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BehindBlueI's · 04-09-2020, 07:47 AM

I changed my oil yesterday after finally building some ramps so I can get under it and do it myself. I used Mobil 1 and a Mobil 1 filter, which should have been the same oil as was in it but replacing the GM filter. I haven't driven the car since last fall since it's a warm weather only car for me.

Either I'm mis-remembering the oil pressure that's "normal" for the car or the Mobil 1 filter allowed for an increase in oil pressure. Once warm it's idling at just under 30 and at a normal load it's roughly at the 3/4 to max mark on the gauge. That seems like 5-10 lb more then I remember it being.

So either this filter flows better or my memory is crap. Or both. It could completely be both. Just curious if anyone else has noticed an increase in oil pressure with this filter.

Oh, and as for the ramps I used nearly 50 feet of 2x10 to make a nice gentle angle since I've got about 4" of ground clearance in the front. They are *heavy* but work like a champ. I think I'm going to cut an old tie down strap and use screws/washers to make some handles on the sides to make them easier to move around.

drew peacock · 04-09-2020, 08:08 AM

yeah i also made my own ramps out of timber...way way better than any ones i have owned that you buy.
i use the same oil and filter and when i changed it yep the pressure was higher..i think it maybe because the oil is new

CamaroBarb · 04-09-2020, 08:32 AM

Higher flowing oil filter and fresh oil.

George-CZ · 04-09-2020, 09:38 AM

New oil, new K&N filter and this is my gauges after 60 miles...
Idle, of course.

ariZona28 · 04-13-2020, 12:29 AM

Fresh Mobil 1 5W-30, Mobil 1 filter. I don't have those fancy highfalutin instruments in my Z/28 but this is what's displayed on my DIC at idle after a mild "track night" session. Not sure why the GM geniuses went with bar but it equates to 27.5 psi.

InFiD3ViL · 04-13-2020, 12:50 AM

I idle at 40-42 psi (warm engine) and max at around 62-64 psi. Fresh oil I will idle around 43-44 for a few hundred miles. This is with Valvoline VR1 10w-30. I will be switching to synthetic Mobil 1 5w30 EP soon, as the VR1 is high zinc content conventional and was just for my engine/cam break in.

byrds8 · 04-13-2020, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by George-CZ

New oil, new K&N filter and this is my gauges after 60 miles...
Idle, of course.

Looks like mine. I use Pennzoil Platinum 5/30 and a Wix filter

BehindBlueI's · 04-13-2020, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

I idle at 40-42 psi (warm engine) and max at around 62-64 psi. Fresh oil I will idle around 43-44 for a few hundred miles. This is with Valvoline VR1 10w-30. I will be switching to synthetic Mobil 1 5w30 EP soon, as the VR1 is high zinc content conventional and was just for my engine/cam break in.

OEM oil pump? Mine looks like the photo posted above once warm. I'm sure it's fine, I think the synthetic media filter is probably the difference.

InFiD3ViL · 04-13-2020, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by BehindBlueI's

OEM oil pump? Mine looks like the photo posted above once warm. I'm sure it's fine, I think the synthetic media filter is probably the difference.

No, I forgot about that derp. Running the Melling 10296. But fresh oil still makes a little difference.

Black_SS10 · 04-13-2020, 07:27 PM

I hot idle between 18-20 psi. Cold start idle at 50+ psi. I use Ac Delco filters and synthetic VR1 10w30 with a Melling high pressure pump. Oil pressure is measure of restriction. My engine is built slightly loose.

04-09-2020, 07:47 AM	#1
BehindBlueI's Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Midwest Posts: 314	Normal oil pressure? I changed my oil yesterday after finally building some ramps so I can get under it and do it myself. I used Mobil 1 and a Mobil 1 filter, which should have been the same oil as was in it but replacing the GM filter. I haven't driven the car since last fall since it's a warm weather only car for me. Either I'm mis-remembering the oil pressure that's "normal" for the car or the Mobil 1 filter allowed for an increase in oil pressure. Once warm it's idling at just under 30 and at a normal load it's roughly at the 3/4 to max mark on the gauge. That seems like 5-10 lb more then I remember it being. So either this filter flows better or my memory is crap. Or both. It could completely be both. Just curious if anyone else has noticed an increase in oil pressure with this filter. Oh, and as for the ramps I used nearly 50 feet of 2x10 to make a nice gentle angle since I've got about 4" of ground clearance in the front. They are heavy but work like a champ. I think I'm going to cut an old tie down strap and use screws/washers to make some handles on the sides to make them easier to move around.

04-13-2020, 12:29 AM	#5
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,225	Fresh Mobil 1 5W-30, Mobil 1 filter. I don't have those fancy highfalutin instruments in my Z/28 but this is what's displayed on my DIC at idle after a mild "track night" session. Not sure why the GM geniuses went with bar but it equates to 27.5 psi. Attached Images __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

04-13-2020, 12:50 AM	#6
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,570	I idle at 40-42 psi (warm engine) and max at around 62-64 psi. Fresh oil I will idle around 43-44 for a few hundred miles. This is with Valvoline VR1 10w-30. I will be switching to synthetic Mobil 1 5w30 EP soon, as the VR1 is high zinc content conventional and was just for my engine/cam break in. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

04-13-2020, 07:27 PM	#10
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	I hot idle between 18-20 psi. Cold start idle at 50+ psi. I use Ac Delco filters and synthetic VR1 10w30 with a Melling high pressure pump. Oil pressure is measure of restriction. My engine is built slightly loose. __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.

04-09-2020, 08:08 AM	#2
drew peacock Banned Drives: 2012 2SS INFERNO ORANGE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: sweden Posts: 1,843	yeah i also made my own ramps out of timber...way way better than any ones i have owned that you buy. i use the same oil and filter and when i changed it yep the pressure was higher..i think it maybe because the oil is new

04-09-2020, 08:32 AM	#3
CamaroBarb Banned Drives: cheby Camaro Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: usa Posts: 575	Higher flowing oil filter and fresh oil.

04-09-2020, 09:38 AM	#4
George-CZ Drives: 2010 2SS LS3 and 1978 STROKER 383 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 1,592	New oil, new K&N filter and this is my gauges after 60 miles... Idle, of course.