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Jpb972 · 12-29-2013, 08:11 AM

Just curious as to how often everyone is changing their oil (crankcase oil) on supercharged cars. I was thinking 3-4k since the engine is taking more of a beating.

Bo White · 12-29-2013, 09:15 AM

Probably along the right lines of thinking since the OLM is programed with stock parameters but I change mine at 5000 miles or 50% anyway.

Iam Broke · 12-29-2013, 09:20 AM

Once a year. lol. ~3k miles.

My DIC says 82% life remaining since the spring when I changed it last.

grocerygetter · 12-29-2013, 10:00 AM

man...I don't treat it any different than NA...but, I check the dipstick for color and or fuel smell just as a precautionary. But if nothing else, every 6 months because I don't see the mileage on the car since it isn't my primary driver. If I make 3 trips to the races with it, it is probably close to ready to change. I check my catch cans after a trip to the track also.

UNRIVALED SS · 12-29-2013, 01:58 PM

With more power comes the need for reducing the maintenance intervals . I don't see a down side to this approach other than the added expense. However, engines cost a pretty penny as well. My engine shop says every 3K. It's a sporty 3K also.

Jpb972 · 12-29-2013, 02:07 PM

Got it. Think I will go with that. Mine sits more than I drive it, so I may even change it sooner. Better safe than sorry. Like was said, an oil change is cheaper than an engine. As the saying goes, "you gotta pay to play".

Iam Broke · 12-29-2013, 02:22 PM

I let mine go 3k because every time I start it, it's at least a 50 mile cruise. If it were short trips twice a year or 1500 miles would do it.

10aSSee D · 12-29-2013, 05:23 PM

3k or every 3 months just because it starts to break down, no need in hurting a engine over a oil change.

*SSE 4 2SS* · 12-29-2013, 06:37 PM

Max miles for me is 2500, or every racing event...

jvoisel · 12-29-2013, 06:38 PM

What oil does everyone use? I found a few posts from ADM recommending 15w50

Jpb972 · 12-29-2013, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jvoisel

What oil does everyone use? I found a few posts from ADM recommending 15w50

I use the factory recommended in Mobil 1. Don't know if I should be using anything else. Good question tho!

Iam Broke · 12-29-2013, 06:59 PM

I ran Red Line 5w 30 this year, prob Penz Ultra when I change it soon. 5w-30 on stock internals IMO. I do run a 160* stat tho to help keep the temps in the 180* range.

Bo White · 12-29-2013, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpb972

I use the factory recommended in Mobil 1. Don't know if I should be using anything else. Good question tho!

I too run Mobil 1 5w30. I will be adding a zinc additive after my cam swap.

Jpb972 · 12-29-2013, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Iam Broke

I ran Red Line 5w 30 this year, prob Penz Ultimate when I change it soon. 5w-30 on stock internals IMO. I do run a 160* stat tho to help keep the temps in the 180* range.

Was thinking about a 160. Does it really help?

12-29-2013, 08:11 AM	#1
Jpb972 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: South jersey Posts: 584 View My Garage	Oil changes on FI cars Just curious as to how often everyone is changing their oil (crankcase oil) on supercharged cars. I was thinking 3-4k since the engine is taking more of a beating. __________________

12-29-2013, 09:15 AM	#2
Bo White Drives: 2015 Summit White 2SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vance Alabama Posts: 8,019	Probably along the right lines of thinking since the OLM is programed with stock parameters but I change mine at 5000 miles or 50% anyway. __________________ Retired wanna be cylinder head porter 2015 2SS 1LE Clutch reservoir, Vararam DRX, ported TB, TSP 2" headers, MGW shifter Totalled: 2010 1SS Wilkes Performance/Eagle 416 shortblock, TSP custom valvetrain, PRC 260 heads, Edelbrock Pro Flo 102, th400 swap, 8" PTC 5500 stall= 535/435 at the wheels tuned Gen 3 Performance and Dyno 10.97 @ 124 full weight in 3100 DA CamaroFest X

12-29-2013, 09:20 AM	#3
Iam Broke PHAT B33 Drives: 2012 TF3 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Dark of the Moon Posts: 1,460 View My Garage	Once a year. lol. ~3k miles. My DIC says 82% life remaining since the spring when I changed it last. __________________ Another 1 of 371 '12 T3 LS3 M6's built.

12-29-2013, 10:00 AM	#4
grocerygetter instigator Drives: 2020 6.2 Trail Boss, 2022 XC90 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: 72034 Posts: 3,979 View My Garage	man...I don't treat it any different than NA...but, I check the dipstick for color and or fuel smell just as a precautionary. But if nothing else, every 6 months because I don't see the mileage on the car since it isn't my primary driver. If I make 3 trips to the races with it, it is probably close to ready to change. I check my catch cans after a trip to the track also. __________________ -John S.

12-29-2013, 02:07 PM	#6
Jpb972 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: South jersey Posts: 584 View My Garage	Got it. Think I will go with that. Mine sits more than I drive it, so I may even change it sooner. Better safe than sorry. Like was said, an oil change is cheaper than an engine. As the saying goes, "you gotta pay to play". __________________

12-29-2013, 01:58 PM	#5
UNRIVALED SS Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: El Paso Posts: 704 View My Garage	With more power comes the need for reducing the maintenance intervals . I don't see a down side to this approach other than the added expense. However, engines cost a pretty penny as well. My engine shop says every 3K. It's a sporty 3K also.

12-29-2013, 02:22 PM	#7
Iam Broke PHAT B33 Drives: 2012 TF3 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Dark of the Moon Posts: 1,460 View My Garage	I let mine go 3k because every time I start it, it's at least a 50 mile cruise. If it were short trips twice a year or 1500 miles would do it. __________________ Another 1 of 371 '12 T3 LS3 M6's built.

12-29-2013, 05:23 PM	#8
10aSSee D Drives: Silver 2010 SS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: TN Posts: 2,562	3k or every 3 months just because it starts to break down, no need in hurting a engine over a oil change. __________________ MODS: ADM built 417, 2.9L Whipple with 3.250 pulley, ADM ported and polished LSA heads,ADM stage3 cam,ADM LSA belt drive system,ADM CAI race scoop, ADM dual fuel pumps, ID 850's, BMR full suspension, Gforce 9 inch kit with 3.5 inch driveshaft, Street Slayer twin carbon clutch, Lingenfelter oil seperator. Tuned by built by ADM Performance, 763rwhp,705rwtq

12-29-2013, 06:37 PM	#9
SSE 4 2SS Boosted Moderator Drives: Bone Stock LS3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Marion Tx Posts: 15,495	Max miles for me is 2500, or every racing event... __________________ If the car feels like it is on rails, you are probably driving too slow. -Ross Bentley Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall. Torque is how far you take the wall with you. “If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough.” Mario Andretti If you can turn, you ain't going fast enough...

12-29-2013, 06:38 PM	#10
jvoisel Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: New Orleans, La Posts: 436	What oil does everyone use? I found a few posts from ADM recommending 15w50 __________________ 2010 2SS/RS

12-29-2013, 06:59 PM	#12
Iam Broke PHAT B33 Drives: 2012 TF3 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Dark of the Moon Posts: 1,460 View My Garage	I ran Red Line 5w 30 this year, prob Penz Ultra when I change it soon. 5w-30 on stock internals IMO. I do run a 160* stat tho to help keep the temps in the 180* range. __________________ Another 1 of 371 '12 T3 LS3 M6's built. Last edited by Iam Broke; 12-29-2013 at 09:32 PM.