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az5thgen · 07-22-2009, 10:18 PM

What is the track pack exhaust?? Is that the GM axle back I've seen in other threads?

ChevystokerSS · 07-23-2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by az5thgen

What is the track pack exhaust?? Is that the GM axle back I've seen in other threads?

I guess it isan't the track pack, I was misinforumed. It is the Performance Exhaust Upgrade Package GMPP#92231570 (for offroad use only) Not legal in some states I guess.

Wikedwil · 07-23-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jozef

I just changed my oil today, and the car does seem to have come alive. I have 771 miles now, and the last two hundred or so have been somewhat rough... That's all been cleared up!

The only thing I do have to comment on is how dirty the oil was I drained... Black as any oil I've ever seen. I'm going to change the oil again I think once I hit 3,000- with a filter replacement around 1500 miles.

Am I going overboard? Probably.

Changed oil at 1400. Crystal clear. Replaced Air and oil filter with K&N. Put in Castrol Edge Syn. Felt like it made a difference.

jeffny09 · 07-24-2009, 12:27 AM

how much is an oil change for this car? and if i do it at home will that void warrentee?

superstockcam · 07-24-2009, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 04ssSilverado

i changed the oil yesterday at 1545 miles and i swear it feels like it has 50 more h/p.i know it prob. did'nt make that much diff. but it sure feels stronger. and no i'm not some teeny-bopper who does'nt kwow jack about cars.

New shoe syndrome, doing things that improve always feels good! I have 3 changes under the belt @ 1500 mi. and while no increase in power I still look under the car every morning for oil spots, none so far...

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superstockcam · 07-24-2009, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Wikedwil

Changed oil at 1400. Crystal clear. Replaced Air and oil filter with K&N. Put in Castrol Edge Syn. Felt like it made a difference.

oooo, no no on syn oil till at least 5k, stops all break in. IM"and everyone I know"HO
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CatiaJockey · 07-24-2009, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by superstockcam

oooo, no no on syn oil till at least 5k, stops all break in. IM"and everyone I know"HO

Ummm..... I would think this isn't exactly true. The LS3 & L99 come from the manufacture with Mobil 1, I'd venture to say they know what the deal is.

PieNsky · 07-24-2009, 10:36 AM

I have a difficult time believing that there is any difference in the performance after changing the oil. To do so would mean there was an excessive amount of friction from the oil not providing protection as the parts do not actually touch each other in the engine, they are separated by a layer of oil. There is increased friction and particulates during the break in period as the engine mates the parts to each other. As the oil is circulated through the engine, the filter captures the particulates.
I also do not believe that oils such as Mobil 1 would provide such a low level of friction that break in would not occur.
Once the rings mate to the cylinder walls and the compression increases, as well as the the other engine surfaces, I do accept a performance increase, but not from a oil change.
I guess we have to have someone dyno before and after their first oil change, ideally, the same day.

Jeffro19 · 07-26-2009, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by superstockcam

oooo, no no on syn oil till at least 5k, stops all break in. IM"and everyone I know"HO

Yeah I beilieve that Mobil 1 is full synthetic which comes from factory and can be used from here on out? Is this correct ?

nards444 · 07-26-2009, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010SS6SPD

Yeah I beilieve that Mobil 1 is full synthetic which comes from factory and can be used from here on out? Is this correct ?

thats what recomended from the factory to use all the time, as it shows it on your cap. But there a bunch of other brangs GM recommends as well, I will find the list.

Oil changes never hurt. But a lot of this might have to deal with car being broke in.

nards444 · 07-26-2009, 04:52 PM

http://www.gm.com/corporate/responsi...ngine_oils.pdf

check that link out thats all the synthetic oil GM approves.

As far as mobil its good stuff that i plan on using. But as far it being on the oil cap i have a feeling thats a marketing stunt.

Moth · 07-31-2009, 12:57 PM

How many quarts of oil does the 2lt need ?

patriotpa · 07-31-2009, 02:39 PM

Maybe the ECU changed settings after the oil life indicator is reset for the 1st time? Very possible.

Tomato · 07-31-2009, 03:18 PM

Did anyone that had their dealers change the oil ask the obvious? Was there a re-flash while your car was there???

07-24-2009, 12:27 AM	#32
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07-26-2009, 04:52 PM	#39
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,123 View My Garage	http://www.gm.com/corporate/responsi...ngine_oils.pdf check that link out thats all the synthetic oil GM approves. As far as mobil its good stuff that i plan on using. But as far it being on the oil cap i have a feeling thats a marketing stunt. __________________ 2010 1SS/RS Black, CGM stripes, polished Rims, Tinted windows, Hurst shifter

07-31-2009, 12:57 PM	#40
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07-22-2009, 10:18 PM	#29
az5thgen Drives: 2010 1LT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mesa Arizona Posts: 334 View My Garage	What is the track pack exhaust?? Is that the GM axle back I've seen in other threads?

07-24-2009, 10:36 AM	#36
PieNsky Drives: Victory Red 1LS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Louisville,KY Posts: 1,928 View My Garage	I have a difficult time believing that there is any difference in the performance after changing the oil. To do so would mean there was an excessive amount of friction from the oil not providing protection as the parts do not actually touch each other in the engine, they are separated by a layer of oil. There is increased friction and particulates during the break in period as the engine mates the parts to each other. As the oil is circulated through the engine, the filter captures the particulates. I also do not believe that oils such as Mobil 1 would provide such a low level of friction that break in would not occur. Once the rings mate to the cylinder walls and the compression increases, as well as the the other engine surfaces, I do accept a performance increase, but not from a oil change. I guess we have to have someone dyno before and after their first oil change, ideally, the same day.

07-31-2009, 02:39 PM	#41
patriotpa Account Suspended Drives: 02 Silverado, 09 Vue, 10 1SS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Tired of apologizing when we should be kickin' butt! Posts: 1,962 View My Garage	Maybe the ECU changed settings after the oil life indicator is reset for the 1st time? Very possible.

07-31-2009, 03:18 PM	#42
Tomato G-Force Addict Drives: 2010 SS/RS A6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Escalon, CA Posts: 196	Did anyone that had their dealers change the oil ask the obvious? Was there a re-flash while your car was there???