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Kiteboarder85 · 10-01-2013, 04:20 PM

Changing my oil for the first time is coming up towards the end of October before storage. Yes, I can search other threads, but a forum is for small talk isn't it?

Whats the best oil I should chose for my SS oil change? Is it Mobile 1? Also, which type of oil filter is best?

mliebs · 10-01-2013, 06:55 PM

After reading a million threads about it I think I'm just going to go with Mobil 1. I used it in my Vette's and never had any issues so I think I may just stick with what I've used before. I change my oil every 5000 miles and 75% of my miles are on the freeway so I'm not sure some of the real expensive oils would even be worth it. Anyway, that's my 2 cents.

White_SS/RS · 10-01-2013, 08:36 PM

I have been using Pennzoil Platinum, Ive noticed it keeps the valvetrain a little quieter. Mobil 1 is good, I use to use it... may start using it again. For a filter? Wix all the way!

2SS45th · 10-02-2013, 12:11 AM

Valvoline VR1 Synthetic here, works well, but takes a long time to get warm with it.

Scott@Bjorn3D · 10-02-2013, 07:04 AM

Pennzoil Platinum here.

BullF-16 · 10-02-2013, 12:35 PM

Alternate Amsoil Dominator 15w50 then Amsoil Zrod 20W50.

On my wifes 2 V6 5th gens wix filters with Pennsoil Ultra 5w30

ClawSS · 10-02-2013, 02:22 PM

Schaeffer Oil: #9003 Supreme 9000™ Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30

#9003 Supreme 9000™ Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30 is recommended for use in all gasoline fueled automobile and light duty truck engines including those that are turbocharged and supercharged. #9003 is API SN, Resource Conserving, ILSAC GF-5 and GM dexos-1™ Compliant.

TD Sheet:

wakespeak · 10-02-2013, 02:53 PM

I am trying out Mobil 1 ESP 5w-30, which is built for the European market and is Dexos 2 approved. It has an HTHS of 3.5 so it should take some pounding, but it is low in ZDDP which may or may not be critical for this engine. I sent in an oil analysis for my Pennzoil Platinum to use as a base line.

Avenging Orange · 10-02-2013, 02:57 PM

Spin the big wheel of oil. Most all major brands (dino, semi and synthetic) will do well. The key is regular changes. As for filters, most are good as well, but I'd steer clear of fram..

Mouse6.2 · 10-02-2013, 03:44 PM

Any of the dexso1 oils and 5k oil changes and sleep well.

When was the last time anyone had an engine go bad due to the oil causing the problem? Besides, most don't keep their vehicles long enough to make a difference.

1Slow6.2 · 10-02-2013, 10:58 PM

I use pennzoil ultra! With a K&N synthetic filter. So far so good. According to the onstar monthly report it's not due for a change until 15k and i put the ultra In at around 8k

If you're reading this objects In side view mirrors are losing as I'm rowing the 3:91's

Vipercar · 10-08-2013, 09:22 AM

Question about oil. A mechanic friend of mine has suggested I check out an oil called Motul. Does anybody here have any personal knowledge of this product. I have not even seen this product mentioned on this forum.

wakespeak · 10-08-2013, 10:06 AM

Here is my oil analysis report from BlackStone. Pennzoil Platinum 5w-30, PF48 AC filter, and AC ZL1 air filter. The ZL1 air filter offers more flow but was concerned until this report that it might let in more dirt.

wakespeak · 10-08-2013, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Vipercar

Question about oil. A mechanic friend of mine has suggested I check out an oil called Motul. Does anybody here have any personal knowledge of this product. I have not even seen this product mentioned on this forum.

Motul is popular in Europe like Castrol, but looks today a little overrated. Check out www.bobistheoilguy.com. Any oil that meets ACEA A3 (a European rating) is designed for high performance driving and typically has high film strength relative to other oils. If you have the V-6, an oil like that could help as a Mercedes study I saw indicated that a lot of the intake valve deposits were from the viscosity improvers in the oil. A3 rated oils I would say have synthetic base stocks that require very little if any viscosity improvers.

10-01-2013, 04:20 PM	#1
Kiteboarder85 Drives: 2018 SS - 2015 SS 1LE - 2013 SS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Freeland, MI Posts: 418 View My Garage	Oil Oil Oil, which to chose? Changing my oil for the first time is coming up towards the end of October before storage. Yes, I can search other threads, but a forum is for small talk isn't it? Whats the best oil I should chose for my SS oil change? Is it Mobile 1? Also, which type of oil filter is best? __________________ Billy B. Current: 2018 Hyper Blue SS

10-01-2013, 08:36 PM	#3
White_SS/RS Drives: 14 1LE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 1,567	I have been using Pennzoil Platinum, Ive noticed it keeps the valvetrain a little quieter. Mobil 1 is good, I use to use it... may start using it again. For a filter? Wix all the way! __________________ LMS Engineering

10-02-2013, 12:11 AM	#4
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Valvoline VR1 Synthetic here, works well, but takes a long time to get warm with it. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-02-2013, 12:35 PM	#6
BullF-16 USAF retired! Thank God! Drives: 2011 1SS, 1LT red,1LT/RS SGM 98Z28 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: North Texas Posts: 2,799	Alternate Amsoil Dominator 15w50 then Amsoil Zrod 20W50. On my wifes 2 V6 5th gens wix filters with Pennsoil Ultra 5w30 __________________ HKE LSX427(Mast blk lbl 305 6bolt LS7heads, PatG231/246 blower cam, RWHP/TQ: 1281/1133 SNL Performance Custom Twin PT6766 BB turbos 4 to 25psi selectable on the Boost Leash controller, Squash dual 400LPH/ID2000s, ALKY 4 gal meth, Autometer AFR/Bst/oilpres/oiltemp/fuelpress gauges, Pedders Justice road crs pkg: All HD bushes, supercar 12kg coil overs, supercar ZL1 sways, camber plates all setup by JusticePete! :Gforce 9" 35spline S-Trac, 1500hp Outlaw axles, 3.5"alum DS, Monster Triple disc; 4xForgeline 19x10.5 4xBridgestone 305/30R19 RE-11, CTS-v calipers/rotors/Cobalt friction XR1/3 pads

10-02-2013, 02:22 PM	#7
ClawSS High-tech Redneck Drives: '10 CGM SS, '02 2500HD, '09 300SRT8 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 757	Schaeffer Oil: #9003 Supreme 9000™ Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30 #9003 Supreme 9000™ Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30 is recommended for use in all gasoline fueled automobile and light duty truck engines including those that are turbocharged and supercharged. #9003 is API SN, Resource Conserving, ILSAC GF-5 and GM dexos-1™ Compliant. TD Sheet: __________________ "My friends call me Chris. Are you my friend?" 2010 CGM L99 2SS/RS - GPI SS3 VVT, BTR DoD Delete, Circle D 4c, BTR springs, Katech C5R Timing Chain, MRR-228 315/275, CAI, Elite catch-can, TSP 1 7/8" Headers + offroad pipes, Magnaflow 3", Pfadt springs, BMR LCAs, toelinks, trailing arms, cradle bushings, & sway bars w/ endlinks, Vitesse paddles, heritage grille, and an eBay splitter. Power upgrades by Race Proven Perf.; Tuning by ShorTuning.

10-01-2013, 06:55 PM	#2
mliebs Drives: 2022 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Houston TX Posts: 118	After reading a million threads about it I think I'm just going to go with Mobil 1. I used it in my Vette's and never had any issues so I think I may just stick with what I've used before. I change my oil every 5000 miles and 75% of my miles are on the freeway so I'm not sure some of the real expensive oils would even be worth it. Anyway, that's my 2 cents.

10-02-2013, 07:04 AM	#5
Scott@Bjorn3D Drives: Kami, 2013 2SS LS3 Luvin Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Eufaula, Alabama Posts: 6,427	Pennzoil Platinum here.

10-02-2013, 02:53 PM	#8
wakespeak Drives: 2020 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,390	I am trying out Mobil 1 ESP 5w-30, which is built for the European market and is Dexos 2 approved. It has an HTHS of 3.5 so it should take some pounding, but it is low in ZDDP which may or may not be critical for this engine. I sent in an oil analysis for my Pennzoil Platinum to use as a base line.

10-02-2013, 02:57 PM	#9
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 3,297	Spin the big wheel of oil. Most all major brands (dino, semi and synthetic) will do well. The key is regular changes. As for filters, most are good as well, but I'd steer clear of fram.. __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather, Sun Roof, OBX Headers, Borla touring axle back, Cold Air Inductions CAI , non synthetic fluids, BMR total bushing upgrade/1" lowering springs, DSE 32mm rear sway bar. GM fe4 shocks/struts/LCA's, AAM 3.91 diff, Vertini RFS1.8 20x9 +30. Conti ExtremeContact Sport 275/35/20. sjm autoprod ABL dash kit. Mike Norris tuned 413/419. Avenging Orange: 43 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!! https://youtu.be/9JD9it6SmB8 https://youtu.be/xmelTlEzI34 KICKING CANCERS ASS SINCE 2015!!

10-02-2013, 03:44 PM	#10
Mouse6.2 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS M6 NPP Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 340	Any of the dexso1 oils and 5k oil changes and sleep well. When was the last time anyone had an engine go bad due to the oil causing the problem? Besides, most don't keep their vehicles long enough to make a difference.

10-02-2013, 10:58 PM	#11
1Slow6.2 Drives: 2013 1LE camaro Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NorCal/Abilene Posts: 383	I use pennzoil ultra! With a K&N synthetic filter. So far so good. According to the onstar monthly report it's not due for a change until 15k and i put the ultra In at around 8k If you're reading this objects In side view mirrors are losing as I'm rowing the 3:91's

10-08-2013, 09:22 AM	#12
Vipercar Drives: 2010 IOM 2LT/RS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oshawa, Ont Posts: 499	Question about oil. A mechanic friend of mine has suggested I check out an oil called Motul. Does anybody here have any personal knowledge of this product. I have not even seen this product mentioned on this forum.

10-08-2013, 10:06 AM	#13
wakespeak Drives: 2020 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,390	Here is my oil analysis report from BlackStone. Pennzoil Platinum 5w-30, PF48 AC filter, and AC ZL1 air filter. The ZL1 air filter offers more flow but was concerned until this report that it might let in more dirt. Attached Images