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Lucavi · 07-11-2011, 02:33 PM

Thread topic says it all. What type of Oil do you use for your Camaro? As I have an SS, I'm specifically targeting other SS owners, but any responses are good responses.

Bonus question: How often do you check your oil?

docindoyle · 07-11-2011, 03:16 PM

http://www.gmdexos.com/ My dealer says I have to use it or warranty is void. Not expensive though. Under $4.79 a quart. Not bad from the dealer in GM bottles.

docindoyle · 07-11-2011, 03:19 PM

Funny part is the oil fil cap says Mobile 1 only. Dealer did a search on the oil and the labeling on the cap, and the cap was supposed to be blank. They ordered a new one for me. Car was built 2-11...

Lucavi · 07-11-2011, 04:01 PM

That's a good price. I'll pick up 2 quarts from the dealership when I head in Saturday to get some work done.

sodapop · 07-11-2011, 04:08 PM

Mobile1 is dexos approved. Dealer oil is syn blend. Mobile1 is better!!!!!!!

PAUL SS · 07-11-2011, 04:20 PM

Amsoil

Now dexos 1 approved!

ClutchKargo · 07-11-2011, 04:34 PM

Mobil 1

5000 miles

BigRed585Lbs · 07-11-2011, 05:56 PM

Here's the official list from GM:

http://www.gmdexos.com/licensedbrands.html

Can't argue with the printed word.

Three of Swords · 07-11-2011, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PAUL SS

Amsoil

Now dexos 1 approved!

I've looked, and have yet to see where Amsoil has been officially Dexos1 certified. Got a link? It's not on the 'official list', but there could be some lag in updates on the list.

I'm not an Amsoil hater. In fact, I want to use it. Just curious where ppl are getting this info.

pdesanctis · 07-11-2011, 07:22 PM

I'd stick with M1 5w30 over the Amsoil unless you can get a sweet deal.

M1 0w40 also performs very well in the Camaro and all LS engines in general. I believe 5w30 is mostly issued for CAFE reasons..

131 SS · 07-12-2011, 12:49 AM

Mobil 1 5w30.

Mike

kevin1106 · 07-12-2011, 12:54 AM

I use REDLINE.... I changed over all my fluids... motor, trans and rear diff.....

jehartley · 07-12-2011, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by docindoyle

http://www.gmdexos.com/ My dealer says I have to use it or warranty is void. Not expensive though. Under $4.79 a quart. Not bad from the dealer in GM bottles.

You don't have to use that oil. Any oil that is dexos certified is acceptable. That AC Delco dexos oil is only a synblend. Use Mobil 1.

jehartley · 07-12-2011, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Three of Swords

I've looked, and have yet to see where Amsoil has been officially Dexos1 certified. Got a link? It's not on the 'official list', but there could be some lag in updates on the list.

I'm not an Amsoil hater. In fact, I want to use it. Just curious where ppl are getting this info.

Amsoil is not offically licensed, therefore, they are not on GM's list. Amsoil says on their bottles that they meet the spec, and everyone thinks that is good enough. Sorry, it isn't.

Meeting the spec and being certified are two different things.

07-11-2011, 02:33 PM	#1
Lucavi Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Burgundy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 117 View My Garage	What type of Oil do you use for your Camaro? Thread topic says it all. What type of Oil do you use for your Camaro? As I have an SS, I'm specifically targeting other SS owners, but any responses are good responses. Bonus question: How often do you check your oil?

07-11-2011, 04:20 PM	#6
PAUL SS The Mark of Excellence Drives: 2010 ABM 1SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Smallest State in the Union Posts: 8,690 View My Garage	Amsoil Now dexos 1 approved! __________________ BMR, CAI, DynoMax, Elite Eng., Hurst, Jannetty, Clear Image Headers & Hi Flow cats, Jet Hot, LSR, TSW, VMax, Vredestein

07-11-2011, 04:34 PM	#7
ClutchKargo Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 RJT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Knoxville Posts: 211	Mobil 1 5000 miles __________________ Solo Mach XL CatBack w/ J Pipe - Texas Speed LT Headers - 3M Nano-Carbon Polyester Tint 20% - 3M Crystalline 90% Tint on Windshield - Azentek Smart Mirror w/Back up Camera - CAI Intake - ADM Scoop - APEX Washer Tank Kit - PowderPro Ported & Polished TB

07-12-2011, 12:49 AM	#11
131 SS Camaro Enthusiast Drives: 2010 Camaro SS, 2012 Silverado LTZ Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 400	Mobil 1 5w30. Mike __________________

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docindoyle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 9 View My Garage	http://www.gmdexos.com/ My dealer says I have to use it or warranty is void. Not expensive though. Under $4.79 a quart. Not bad from the dealer in GM bottles.

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docindoyle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 9 View My Garage	Funny part is the oil fil cap says Mobile 1 only. Dealer did a search on the oil and the labeling on the cap, and the cap was supposed to be blank. They ordered a new one for me. Car was built 2-11...

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Lucavi Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Burgundy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 117 View My Garage	That's a good price. I'll pick up 2 quarts from the dealership when I head in Saturday to get some work done.

07-11-2011, 04:08 PM	#5
sodapop Drives: 2011 2SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: new port richey, fl Posts: 52	Mobile1 is dexos approved. Dealer oil is syn blend. Mobile1 is better!!!!!!!

07-11-2011, 05:56 PM	#8
BigRed585Lbs Drives: Sierra and Tahoe Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: By Marion, MS Posts: 1,324 View My Garage	Here's the official list from GM: http://www.gmdexos.com/licensedbrands.html Can't argue with the printed word.

07-11-2011, 07:22 PM	#10
pdesanctis i like to go fast Drives: 2011 SS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: jupiter, florida Posts: 154	I'd stick with M1 5w30 over the Amsoil unless you can get a sweet deal. M1 0w40 also performs very well in the Camaro and all LS engines in general. I believe 5w30 is mostly issued for CAFE reasons..

07-12-2011, 12:54 AM	#12
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