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KJS · 04-25-2009, 08:22 AM

Like most everything else, do what the owners manual says....I really don't understand why most people think that there are reasons why they should do something different?

davidj · 04-25-2009, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaddySS

Most engine builders and manufacturers will tell you that you should wait about 30 seconds for oil pressure to build and lubrication to circulate before engaging the transmission and moving the car, then take it easy until the temperature comes up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobH

BMW gives the exact opposite advice (and they know a bit about engines). Always drive your car at low RPMs until the engine is up to temp. Letting oil sit in the sump while idling puts more stress on the BMW engine engine. Perhaps the Camaros are a bit different, but waiting 5 minutes is just a wive's tale from the 60's.

These two sound pretty close does'nt it?

logan1080 · 04-25-2009, 01:38 PM

On a cold morning my camaro will be tucked away under its car cover in hibernation until its a warm morning.

View Poll Results: how long will you warm up your 5th gen on a cold morning
wont	51	54.26%
5min	32	34.04%
10min	10	10.64%
10min plus	1	1.06%
Voters: 94. You may not vote on this poll

04-25-2009, 08:22 AM	#29
KJS Drives: '10 RJT,'95&'14 Vette Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cut Throat, NY Posts: 1,722 View My Garage	Like most everything else, do what the owners manual says....I really don't understand why most people think that there are reasons why they should do something different? __________________ *"As ye sow, so shall ye reap" - Me* Mine at sunset

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04-25-2009, 01:38 PM	#31
logan1080 Drives: 2003 Crew Cab Duramax Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 693 View My Garage	On a cold morning my camaro will be tucked away under its car cover in hibernation until its a warm morning.