Oil - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Garndog · 08-21-2012, 12:11 AM

I read all the stuff about which oil each person uses!! I have always used Quaker state in my cars to include a 77 camaro and have never had an issue with any vehicle. Would Quaker state or pennzoil ultra (since they are both shell) be ok to run in my 2012 camaro ? I want full synthetic and have always been happy with Quaker state oils. I know im going to hear RP, amsoil,mobil 1 ect. But I just want to know if these two oil brands will protect my vehicle ? I have heard of a few using them in there camaro but not many talk about there satisfaction with them. Thanks in advance!

1BADLS3 · 08-21-2012, 01:10 AM

Let me put it this way...the 'satisfaction' most people get out of engine oil choices is mostly mental, and mostly make-believe. All oils that meet GM's oil specifications lubricate the engine mostly the same and will also contribute to the success of a long-lasting engine.

Stick to the manufacturer's recommendations, and if anything goes wrong, then you can blame them.

Personally, I used Mobil 1 5-30 in my SS, but that's because I can generally find it at any auto parts stores, and there's deals to be had online as well. But I'm sure Quaker synthetics and others are just as good.

bw26ss · 08-21-2012, 01:16 AM

mobil 1, it says it right on your oil cap, not that you can't use something else, but that is what chevy recommends.

1BADLS3 · 08-21-2012, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 11fastss

mobil 1, it says it right on your oil cap, not that you can't use something else, but that is what chevy recommends.

Mostly because Mobil paid them the most to have the privilege of putting their name on the oil cap and being the 'recommended' oil.

I've had Chevy engines run well past 150k on mixed brands of oil. I'm not sure what was factory-fill in my '72 blazer with the 350, but it was still running strong on the original motor in 2010 before I sold it. It saw it's fair share of Jiffy-lube oil changes, DIY oil changes, etc. Heck, you could probably have put vaseline in the engine for oil and beer for fuel, and it would keep running faithfully.

bw26ss · 08-21-2012, 01:27 AM

I agree, it has more to do with how often you change it, then what oil you use, but i would definitely use synthetic, with the correct weight.

Sir Nuke · 08-21-2012, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 1BADLS3

Let me put it this way...the 'satisfaction' most people get out of engine oil choices is mostly mental, and mostly make-believe. All oils that meet GM's oil specifications lubricate the engine mostly the same and will also contribute to the success of a long-lasting engine.

Stick to the manufacturer's recommendations, and if anything goes wrong, then you can blame them.

ENSURE that your oil of choice meets GM's oil specifications for your car and all will be good in the world.

jrisebo · 08-21-2012, 07:29 AM

How often do you guys change said oil, do you go by the DIC?

Garndog · 08-21-2012, 08:03 AM

@11fastss: My oil cap does not say Mobil 1 on it just so you know. It's a 2012 and it has the new GM dexos synthetic blend oil on the cap. Sorry to burst your Mobil 1 bubble. Just hate how veveryone claims Mobil 1 Is the oil that comes in my car when in fact it is not. Thanks for the good info guys!!

suplex · 08-21-2012, 08:45 AM

The oil that came in the car is:

AC Delco Dexos 5W-30 Synthetic Oil

At least that's what came in my 2011 1LT.

GTUPONIT · 08-21-2012, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by 1BADLS3

Let me put it this way...the 'satisfaction' most people get out of engine oil choices is mostly mental, and mostly make-believe. All oils that meet GM's oil specifications lubricate the engine mostly the same and will also contribute to the success of a long-lasting engine.

Stick to the manufacturer's recommendations, and if anything goes wrong, then you can blame them.

Personally, I used Mobil 1 5-30 in my SS, but that's because I can generally find it at any auto parts stores, and there's deals to be had online as well. But I'm sure Quaker synthetics and others are just as good.

GTUPONIT · 08-21-2012, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Garndog

@11fastss: My oil cap does not say Mobil 1 on it just so you know. It's a 2012 and it has the new GM dexos synthetic blend oil on the cap. Sorry to burst your Mobil 1 bubble. Just hate how veveryone claims Mobil 1 Is the oil that comes in my car when in fact it is not. Thanks for the good info guys!!

It is a matter of preference. I changed the dexos synthetic to Mobil 1 because that is what I ran in my Corvette. Oil is oil, they have to meet the same Federal standard that all auto manufacturers are compliant to.

Chevrole+ · 08-21-2012, 08:54 AM

i used mobile 1 once. never spend that much on oil again. no point. i can change the oil twice for that cost and have better engine protection from viscosity levels of fresh oil.

SonomaJohn · 08-21-2012, 08:58 AM

Whether Mobil 1 is what comes in the cars now or not, it is one of the oils that specifically meets the dexos requirements and has proven to be very good oil. I use it and will continue to use it.

Grey Ghost · 08-21-2012, 09:07 AM

I was told by the dealer to use a dexos rated oil. I was told by a vendor of the forums to use Mobil 1 full synthetic.
I think the brand really comes down to choice. As long as you meet the requirements and change your oil regularly you will be good.
I change mine between 5000-6000 miles.

08-21-2012, 12:11 AM	#1
Garndog Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 42 View My Garage	Oil I read all the stuff about which oil each person uses!! I have always used Quaker state in my cars to include a 77 camaro and have never had an issue with any vehicle. Would Quaker state or pennzoil ultra (since they are both shell) be ok to run in my 2012 camaro ? I want full synthetic and have always been happy with Quaker state oils. I know im going to hear RP, amsoil,mobil 1 ect. But I just want to know if these two oil brands will protect my vehicle ? I have heard of a few using them in there camaro but not many talk about there satisfaction with them. Thanks in advance!

08-21-2012, 07:29 AM	#7
jrisebo Drives: 2011 Camaro RS "Bumble C" Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dayton Posts: 569	How often do you guys change said oil, do you go by the DIC? __________________

08-21-2012, 08:45 AM	#9
suplex Drives: 2011 Coupe, 1LT, A6, No RS Package. Join Date: May 2011 Location: Freehold, NJ. 07728 Posts: 1,042	The oil that came in the car is: AC Delco Dexos 5W-30 Synthetic Oil At least that's what came in my 2011 1LT. __________________ Never Underestimate The Power of Forums

08-21-2012, 09:07 AM	#14
Grey Ghost Drives: 2013 HWSE 2SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Nokomis, FL Posts: 1,304 View My Garage	I was told by the dealer to use a dexos rated oil. I was told by a vendor of the forums to use Mobil 1 full synthetic. I think the brand really comes down to choice. As long as you meet the requirements and change your oil regularly you will be good. I change mine between 5000-6000 miles. __________________ 2013 Hot Wheels 2SS

08-21-2012, 01:10 AM	#2
1BADLS3 Drives: Sold: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: United States Posts: 1,896	Let me put it this way...the 'satisfaction' most people get out of engine oil choices is mostly mental, and mostly make-believe. All oils that meet GM's oil specifications lubricate the engine mostly the same and will also contribute to the success of a long-lasting engine. Stick to the manufacturer's recommendations, and if anything goes wrong, then you can blame them. Personally, I used Mobil 1 5-30 in my SS, but that's because I can generally find it at any auto parts stores, and there's deals to be had online as well. But I'm sure Quaker synthetics and others are just as good.

08-21-2012, 01:16 AM	#3
bw26ss Banned Drives: ss camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 876	mobil 1, it says it right on your oil cap, not that you can't use something else, but that is what chevy recommends.

08-21-2012, 01:27 AM	#5
bw26ss Banned Drives: ss camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 876	I agree, it has more to do with how often you change it, then what oil you use, but i would definitely use synthetic, with the correct weight.

08-21-2012, 08:03 AM	#8
Garndog Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 42 View My Garage	@11fastss: My oil cap does not say Mobil 1 on it just so you know. It's a 2012 and it has the new GM dexos synthetic blend oil on the cap. Sorry to burst your Mobil 1 bubble. Just hate how veveryone claims Mobil 1 Is the oil that comes in my car when in fact it is not. Thanks for the good info guys!!

08-21-2012, 08:54 AM	#12
Chevrole+ Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern KY Posts: 454 View My Garage	i used mobile 1 once. never spend that much on oil again. no point. i can change the oil twice for that cost and have better engine protection from viscosity levels of fresh oil.

08-21-2012, 08:58 AM	#13
SonomaJohn Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS 6M Convertible Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Sonoma County, CA Posts: 68	Whether Mobil 1 is what comes in the cars now or not, it is one of the oils that specifically meets the dexos requirements and has proven to be very good oil. I use it and will continue to use it.