Which oil would you use? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

morepowerjoe · 07-28-2023, 03:19 AM

Ok guys a big question here, it's time for me to switch to synthetic oil. Which one of these oils would you choose out of these selections? My engine mods are in my signature. Thanks

LS Driven https://www.summitracing.com/parts/jgr-02906
VR Racing https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vlv-vv955
Mobile 1 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mob-124315-1

DonM · 07-28-2023, 03:40 AM

Here we go again

For the last 7-1/2 years, I have used AMSOIL XL 5W30. My car had 24K when I switched over and currently has 166,200 miles, and I've used a 10K oil change interval (I had been driving 100 miles a day for those 7-1/2 years, 90% highway), and I've had absolutely NO oil-related issues in my LFX V6. I also have AMSOIL in my manual trans and diff - again NO issues.

My wife's 2013 Escape (2.0 turbo) is also a daily driver - short trips mainly - and has had AMSOIL in it since last year (over 12 months) and is approaching 10K miles, with NO oil issues and it's due for its first change since the switch, probably next month.

So AMSOIL has worked extremely well FOR ME, in my two cars.

That being said, almost ANY, QUALITY synthetic (AMSOIL, Mobil 1, Redline and others) SHOULD give you the performance and protection you need. Just follow the OIL MANUFACTURER'S change interval recommendations.

morepowerjoe · 07-28-2023, 03:46 AM

Thanks Don.

ADVMax · 07-28-2023, 05:36 AM

GM recommends Mobil 1.

I use Mobil 1.

2010 Camaro SS, 2010 Caddy CTS Sport wagon, 1985 C10 with a newer turn key crate 350 HO.

seems to work OK?

Nenous1 · 07-28-2023, 06:43 AM

None of them...
I use AC Delco

morepowerjoe · 07-28-2023, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nenous1

None of them...
I use AC Delco

Wow ac delco huh? Didn't even think about that.

ariZona28 · 07-28-2023, 07:07 AM

Mobil One. I use 5w30 in both Camaros. 0w-40 in the track Z06. 10w30 in the trucks. I get it from Autozone. 5 purchases over $20 gets you a $20 store credit. They also price match. Next question is filters. Mobil One or AC Delco.

2010sgm · 07-28-2023, 07:16 AM

id go mobil 1 or amsoil good luck with both...

morepowerjoe · 07-28-2023, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ariZona28

Mobil One. I use 5w30 in both Camaros. 0w-40 in the track Z06. 10w30 in the trucks. I get it from Autozone. 5 purchases over $20 gets you a $20 store credit. They also price match. Next question is filters. Mobil One or AC Delco.

Thanks for the info.

morepowerjoe · 07-28-2023, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010sgm

id go mobil 1 or amsoil good luck with both...

Thanks.

myold88 · 07-28-2023, 08:10 AM

Nothing but Mobil1 for the past 14 years and 72,000 miles. Never a bit of engine trouble on
my 2010 SS L99. I'm ready for my 20th oil change which probably has a lot to do with it

1JEWLDSSRS · 07-28-2023, 09:18 AM

Mobil 1 since brand new. 5W30...129K on the engine, 30k since the cam swap.

Risingson05 · 07-28-2023, 10:20 AM

Driven ls30 for my truck
Driven dt 40 for the camaro

Wizard1183 · 07-28-2023, 02:50 PM

Quakerstake. The best of the best. Amsoil doesn’t have shit on this and it’s 2x cheaper hahaha

07-28-2023, 03:19 AM	#1
morepowerjoe Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro l99 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,105	Which oil would you use? Ok guys a big question here, it's time for me to switch to synthetic oil. Which one of these oils would you choose out of these selections? My engine mods are in my signature. Thanks LS Driven https://www.summitracing.com/parts/jgr-02906 VR Racing https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vlv-vv955 Mobile 1 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mob-124315-1 __________________ DSS FX Forged Pistons, Eagle ESP L19 Forged Rods, ARP Head and Main Studs, TSP PRC 260 CNC Ported Heads milled .030, Cometic .040 Head Gaskets, GPI SS3 VVT Camshaft, GM Performance Racing Lifters, CHE Trunnions , Molly Pushrods, Melling 10355HV Oil Pump, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Fast LSXR Intake Manifold, Nick Williams 103 TB, TSP 1 7/8" Longtubes with 3" TSP Exhaust, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Mishimoto Radiator, Mishimoto Oil Cooler, Tru Cool 40k Tranny Cooler, 3600 Circle D Converter, Fluid Dynamics Balancer Build Thread https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609817

07-28-2023, 03:40 AM	#2
DonM Camaro #4 Drives: 2017-Hyper Blue Metallic-2LTmanual Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NE Ohio (Akron) Posts: 1,210	Here we go again For the last 7-1/2 years, I have used AMSOIL XL 5W30. My car had 24K when I switched over and currently has 166,200 miles, and I've used a 10K oil change interval (I had been driving 100 miles a day for those 7-1/2 years, 90% highway), and I've had absolutely NO oil-related issues in my LFX V6. I also have AMSOIL in my manual trans and diff - again NO issues. My wife's 2013 Escape (2.0 turbo) is also a daily driver - short trips mainly - and has had AMSOIL in it since last year (over 12 months) and is approaching 10K miles, with NO oil issues and it's due for its first change since the switch, probably next month. So AMSOIL has worked extremely well FOR ME, in my two cars. That being said, almost ANY, QUALITY synthetic (AMSOIL, Mobil 1, Redline and others) SHOULD give you the performance and protection you need. Just follow the OIL MANUFACTURER'S change interval recommendations. __________________ Don M Supercharged LGX + 6 speed manual = FUN!!

07-28-2023, 03:46 AM	#3
morepowerjoe Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro l99 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,105	Thanks Don. __________________ DSS FX Forged Pistons, Eagle ESP L19 Forged Rods, ARP Head and Main Studs, TSP PRC 260 CNC Ported Heads milled .030, Cometic .040 Head Gaskets, GPI SS3 VVT Camshaft, GM Performance Racing Lifters, CHE Trunnions , Molly Pushrods, Melling 10355HV Oil Pump, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Fast LSXR Intake Manifold, Nick Williams 103 TB, TSP 1 7/8" Longtubes with 3" TSP Exhaust, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Mishimoto Radiator, Mishimoto Oil Cooler, Tru Cool 40k Tranny Cooler, 3600 Circle D Converter, Fluid Dynamics Balancer Build Thread https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609817

07-28-2023, 07:07 AM	#7
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,233	Mobil One. I use 5w30 in both Camaros. 0w-40 in the track Z06. 10w30 in the trucks. I get it from Autozone. 5 purchases over $20 gets you a $20 store credit. They also price match. Next question is filters. Mobil One or AC Delco. __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

07-28-2023, 07:16 AM	#8
2010sgm Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 510 View My Garage	id go mobil 1 or amsoil good luck with both... __________________ David Vianu 2010 Synergy Green 1LT

07-28-2023, 05:36 AM	#4
ADVMax Sporting Foole Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Alabama Posts: 500	GM recommends Mobil 1. I use Mobil 1. 2010 Camaro SS, 2010 Caddy CTS Sport wagon, 1985 C10 with a newer turn key crate 350 HO. seems to work OK?

07-28-2023, 06:43 AM	#5
Nenous1 Drives: 2011 Camaro rs Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: NC Posts: 65	None of them... I use AC Delco

07-28-2023, 08:10 AM	#11
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,112 View My Garage	Nothing but Mobil1 for the past 14 years and 72,000 miles. Never a bit of engine trouble on my 2010 SS L99. I'm ready for my 20th oil change which probably has a lot to do with it __________________

07-28-2023, 09:18 AM	#12
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,435	Mobil 1 since brand new. 5W30...129K on the engine, 30k since the cam swap. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

07-28-2023, 10:20 AM	#13
Risingson05 Drives: 2015 zl1 m6 Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Alaska Posts: 702	Driven ls30 for my truck Driven dt 40 for the camaro __________________ 791whp 699 ft lbs torque on E30 - ported sc /heads by boost mode racing - PAT G cam /Tune PB:10.7 @133.9

07-28-2023, 02:50 PM	#14
Wizard1183 Drives: ABM SS2/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lafayette,LA Posts: 2,232	Quakerstake. The best of the best. Amsoil doesn’t have shit on this and it’s 2x cheaper hahaha __________________ Life is short, drive it like you stole it!