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TheHorse13 · 08-06-2011, 08:33 AM

You certainly can use cruise control for short spans. That said, I wouldn't set it at 65 for 300 miles. The best advice I received from a reputable engine builder is use moderation during the first 1,500 miles. Drive hard, drive easy and vary your speeds as much as you can. Using this logic, I've never had a problem with a motor setting up correctly during break in nor have I had the rings go bad/oil burning.

dcarlos55 · 08-06-2011, 09:05 AM

1. Read the manual.
2. Ignore the break in part and drive it like ya stole it.
3. Spend time reading this forum. Tons of good info here.

I'm firmly in the hard break in camp. Just be sure it's warmed up good before you stand on it and let off of it occasionally. Most important thing is don't run at the same rpm for long periods.

Oh yea, changing the oil at about 500 to 700 miles is a good idea too. My dealer thought I was crazy when I took mine in for it's first oil change at 700.

As others have already said, serious modding is just dependant on when you feel comfortable about voiding your warranty. My powertrain warranty has been gone since about 1200 miles.

Most importantly, have fun and be safe. You're gonna love it.

*SSE 4 2SS* · 08-06-2011, 10:37 AM

Hard acceleration is good, engine deceleration is bad... Drive it hard, feel free to jump on her, but do not decelerate on the engine... It sounds cool, but in the first 1000-1500 miles, it's bad for the rings... Don't downshift to slow...that's what brakes are for...

And Amen on the oil change at 700 or so miles...

Jefe's SS · 08-06-2011, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

engine deceleration is bad...

I disagree. So does Motoman.

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

mhood · 08-06-2011, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

Hard acceleration is good, engine deceleration is bad... Drive it hard, feel free to jump on her, but do not decelerate on the engine... It sounds cool, but in the first 1000-1500 miles, it's bad for the rings... Don't downshift to slow...that's what brakes are for...

That's how I played it.

evan · 08-06-2011, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jefe's SS

I disagree. So does Motoman.

http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm

I followed his break in procedure. I didnt engine decel tho. Brakes are for braking, engine is for going vroom.

Jefe's SS · 08-06-2011, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by evan

I followed his break in procedure. I didnt engine decel tho. Brakes are for braking, engine is for going vroom.

Then you didn't follow his break in procedure.

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The best method is to alternate between short bursts of hard acceleration and deceleration.

Quote:

The racetrack is the perfect environment to break in an engine !! The combination of acceleration and deceleration is just the ticket for sealing the rings.

evan · 08-06-2011, 11:34 AM

Wellp, the method I used worked for me. Call it the new and improved Method of Badassery.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jefe's SS

Then you didn't follow his break in procedure.

BaylorCamaro · 08-06-2011, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Taintedveins

Good move on your part! I read the manual then it led me in a circle and i joined Camaro5 better solution!

Plus the owner's manual says since the transmission is a sealed gearbox the trans fluid doesn't need to be replaced.

lawman007 · 08-06-2011, 11:50 AM

That's because he needs someone to read it to him.
Owner's manual=knowledge.

Seriously though, there was a good break-in thread here not too long ago. Search function works wonders.
Welcome and congrats on your wise purchase! Some say break it in hard, while some say don't break it in hard. It's up to you to figure out what you think is best in your situation, and why.

<<My opinion begins>>
I think with modern engines, you don't really need to break it in. That being said, if it doesn't matter one way or the other I chose to break it in hard since you can't really hurt it. <<My opinion ends>>
Only time will tell whether I did the right thing or not.

Angrybird 12 · 08-06-2011, 11:58 AM

Many times when I see a post about an engine problem, brake problem..exc, i ask what break in procedure was used and I have yet to get one answer.
I wonder why?
I have ALWAYS used the method outlined in the owners manual and have yet to have one brake, driveline or Engine problem.

Rock-It Man · 08-06-2011, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian52682

I refuse to open the owners manual, that is violation #1 of the man code.

Really?

I think the man code is to know and understand your car.

squat · 08-06-2011, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian52682

I refuse to open the owners manual, that is violation #1 of the man code.

mhood · 08-06-2011, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

Really?

I think the man code is to know and understand your car.

Do we need a man card ruling here?

08-06-2011, 09:05 AM	#16
dcarlos55 Drives: 2017 HBM A10 ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 1,205	1. Read the manual. 2. Ignore the break in part and drive it like ya stole it. 3. Spend time reading this forum. Tons of good info here. I'm firmly in the hard break in camp. Just be sure it's warmed up good before you stand on it and let off of it occasionally. Most important thing is don't run at the same rpm for long periods. Oh yea, changing the oil at about 500 to 700 miles is a good idea too. My dealer thought I was crazy when I took mine in for it's first oil change at 700. As others have already said, serious modding is just dependant on when you feel comfortable about voiding your warranty. My powertrain warranty has been gone since about 1200 miles. Most importantly, have fun and be safe. You're gonna love it. __________________ My build thread http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=224342 Go is good. Stop is better.

08-06-2011, 10:37 AM	#17
SSE 4 2SS Boosted Moderator Drives: Bone Stock LS3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Marion Tx Posts: 15,799	Hard acceleration is good, engine deceleration is bad... Drive it hard, feel free to jump on her, but do not decelerate on the engine... It sounds cool, but in the first 1000-1500 miles, it's bad for the rings... Don't downshift to slow...that's what brakes are for... And Amen on the oil change at 700 or so miles... __________________ 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...

08-06-2011, 11:50 AM	#24
lawman007 Panama-Gulf War Vet Drives: '11 SW 1LT/RS 6M Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: From Carmichael, CA to Matthews, NC 01/2021 Posts: 769	That's because he needs someone to read it to him. Owner's manual=knowledge. Seriously though, there was a good break-in thread here not too long ago. Search function works wonders. Welcome and congrats on your wise purchase! Some say break it in hard, while some say don't break it in hard. It's up to you to figure out what you think is best in your situation, and why. <<My opinion begins>> I think with modern engines, you don't really need to break it in. That being said, if it doesn't matter one way or the other I chose to break it in hard since you can't really hurt it. <<My opinion ends>> Only time will tell whether I did the right thing or not. __________________

08-06-2011, 11:58 AM	#25
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	Many times when I see a post about an engine problem, brake problem..exc, i ask what break in procedure was used and I have yet to get one answer. I wonder why? I have ALWAYS used the method outlined in the owners manual and have yet to have one brake, driveline or Engine problem. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

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08-06-2011, 08:33 AM	#15
TheHorse13 Drives: 2011 Black SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Harpers Ferry, WV Posts: 1,116	You certainly can use cruise control for short spans. That said, I wouldn't set it at 65 for 300 miles. The best advice I received from a reputable engine builder is use moderation during the first 1,500 miles. Drive hard, drive easy and vary your speeds as much as you can. Using this logic, I've never had a problem with a motor setting up correctly during break in nor have I had the rings go bad/oil burning.