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calflan · 08-13-2009, 02:10 PM

Royal Purple is on neither list.

What's the deal ?

.. and seeing how the manual says only use of 6094 (V6) is recommended, I'm sure warranty might be jeopardized by an oil not held to that standard. Does RP have any identifcation on a label talking about these qualifications ?

Chrisrp454 · 08-13-2009, 03:40 PM

Well my DD 98Z28 at 244,000+ has had nothing but castrol syntec since I bought it new.
And I have never had any motor issues and still running strong, to me that
says a lot.

chrisgalles · 08-13-2009, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Ranger 75

Tom Cat, So to get back to the point! I have 2500 miles 0n my LS3 can I now switch to Royal Purple?

Yes. You will be fine. I changed my oil for the first time right at 1500 miles and put in RP 5w-30. I don't care what anyone says....I backed my car up out of the shop where I changed it and the car just felt smoother. RP is the real deal. It is the only oil that my Camaro will see.

FI4T0MCAT · 08-13-2009, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Ranger 75

Tom Cat, So to get back to the point! I have 2500 miles 0n my LS3 can I now switch to Royal Purple?

Yes you can, and you will be fine. I incourage everyone to research their own products, and decide what you want to use, and what you feel is best for you. I just go by what i have learned, and the advice of a couple of professional engine builders. i DO NOT run RP alone, nor will i ever.

SaintTimothy · 08-14-2009, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by FI4T0MCAT

Yes you can, and you will be fine. I incourage everyone to research their own products, and decide what you want to use, and what you feel is best for you. I just go by what i have learned, and the advice of a couple of professional engine builders. i DO NOT run RP alone, nor will i ever.

What zinc additive do you use? How much?

Paperer · 08-14-2009, 11:16 AM

I've been using Mobil 1 forever, they're the only reason I never used Royal Purple, I thought they were just as good. Welp, looks like I'm buying a bunch of purple bottles in a few miles.

oilman63 · 08-14-2009, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ROBBDOGG1986

But what do you do when your dealer says that ut will void your warranty if you don't use mobile1, what would you do?

Sue! When they tell you that you have to use a specific brand than they better dam well supply it.

oilman63 · 08-14-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by FI4T0MCAT

Royal purple, and yes, but thats just my opinion. With all new engines I add zinc initially (adds cushioning properties to the oil) then make my first oil change at 1500. leave the filter though, Then my second at 3000, and change the filter. Then continue on the every 3000 schedule. I always add a zinc addative, oils now cant have enough zinc in them (thanks uncle sam) to provide proper cushioning. So i basically make my own blend.

I disagree.The oil filter in the first oil change is crucial.That's when your getting the most metal particles.That's why I do 500 miles first 2500to 3000 on second.The filter is most important anyone who says different I wouldn't listen to much they have to say.

Shadowmind · 08-14-2009, 06:18 PM

Can we put 10w30 in the SS?

FI4T0MCAT · 08-14-2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by oilman63

I disagree.The oil filter in the first oil change is crucial.That's when your getting the most metal particles.That's why I do 500 miles first 2500to 3000 on second.The filter is most important anyone who says different I wouldn't listen to much they have to say.

Your right i was a bit tired when i wrote that. This applies to break in on an engine only (that you yourself built), and this is for the first oil change that is no more than 500 miles not 1500. Leave the filter and run the full synthetic. Reason being is the filter still contains some of the break in oil, and will mix in some of the high zinc and phosphoris, that are great for cushioning. (im sure the factory does this sort of process before we ever recieve the car however). So for my first oil change on the 2010 its RP with ZDDP addative.

please forgive me, im on alot of forums, and my sbc thought process flairs up here from time to time.

oilman if you feel different than what i have posted then by all means do not listen to me. As i stated before everyone should do their own research. I have found what works for me and that is what i do. I have IMO a nice fleet of cars, all run as perfect as when they were new. If you do something different then great, but i will certainly never try to make a fool out of you by indirectly saying your thoughts are not worth a damn.

GEN-IV · 08-18-2009, 01:02 PM

I agree that ZDDP is crucial for some engines, especially flat tappet SBC/BBC applications. Does an engine like the LS3 benefit from ZDDP? It has a full roller valvetrain that certainly doesn't benefit from added zinc.

I thought ZDDP primarily helped boundary layer lubrication, it doesn't do anything for hydrodynamic bearings.

toehead93 · 08-18-2009, 03:32 PM

5W30 or 10W30?

ssarrival · 08-18-2009, 04:03 PM

5w30

Moth · 08-19-2009, 12:02 PM

when should i change ? i have 75% oil left and 2500 miles ..

08-13-2009, 02:10 PM	#29
calflan Drives: 1LT; IBM; 6 Spd Manual Join Date: May 2009 Location: Heath, Tx. Posts: 499	Royal Purple is on neither list. What's the deal ? .. and seeing how the manual says only use of 6094 (V6) is recommended, I'm sure warranty might be jeopardized by an oil not held to that standard. Does RP have any identifcation on a label talking about these qualifications ? __________________ 1LT; Airaid CAI; Flowmaster American Thunder Axelback; Int Floor Lts; RS Spoiler; Radio Controls; Sequential tail lights; Oil Catch Can; VMAX Throttle Body; MACE plenum spacer; Mace manifold insulator[/I]

08-13-2009, 03:40 PM	#30
Chrisrp454 Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS M6, 98Z28 M6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Granbury, Tx Posts: 1,532 View My Garage	Well my DD 98Z28 at 244,000+ has had nothing but castrol syntec since I bought it new. And I have never had any motor issues and still running strong, to me that says a lot. __________________ Always Remember! Rest in Peace Brothers 9/11/2001. And thanks to all those who defend and serve! Ordered 5/23/2009 3400 with TPW of 08/03/09 3800 8/11/2009 Arrived 8/21/2009 2SS/RS/Aqua Blue/Grey Interior

08-14-2009, 11:16 AM	#34
Paperer Ragin' Cajun Drives: '02 Camaro SS - '10 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Texas/Oklahoma Posts: 1,166 View My Garage	I've been using Mobil 1 forever, they're the only reason I never used Royal Purple, I thought they were just as good. Welp, looks like I'm buying a bunch of purple bottles in a few miles. __________________

08-18-2009, 01:02 PM	#39
GEN-IV Right Cam Drives: 2010 LS3 / 79 Z28 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 508	I agree that ZDDP is crucial for some engines, especially flat tappet SBC/BBC applications. Does an engine like the LS3 benefit from ZDDP? It has a full roller valvetrain that certainly doesn't benefit from added zinc. I thought ZDDP primarily helped boundary layer lubrication, it doesn't do anything for hydrodynamic bearings. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 CGM E-Force + 2015 1LT V6/A6

08-18-2009, 03:32 PM	#40
toehead93 Drives: 2014 2SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: wpb fl Posts: 3,136 View My Garage	5W30 or 10W30? __________________ Used Racing Brake 2 Peice Rotors for sale: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344754 Summit White 2014 2SS 1LE Recaros, NPP exhaust, Nav 2010 2SS A6 - sold.

08-14-2009, 06:18 PM	#37
Shadowmind Drives: 2010 2SS - IOM, fully loaded Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 216	Can we put 10w30 in the SS?

08-18-2009, 04:03 PM	#41
ssarrival ZUL8TR Drives: 94 Z28 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Kernersville,NC Posts: 101	5w30

08-19-2009, 12:02 PM	#42
Moth Drives: 2010 Black 2LT/RS camaro Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 142 View My Garage	when should i change ? i have 75% oil left and 2500 miles .. __________________

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