1LE owners oil opinions

[L99CAMA2011]

Redline users good luck, you'll need it.

[Camaro Dude]

Originally Posted by L99CAMA2011

Redline users good luck, you'll need it.

Can u elaborate plz?
Share your story if you must, for the better of the good.

We aren't here to hold hands you know .

[14DPTcamaro1le]

Originally Posted by Camaro Dude

Can u elaborate plz?
Share your story if you must, for the better of the good.

We aren't here to hold hands you know .

Just ask the dude...he knows best

[Camaro Dude]

Originally Posted by 14DPTcamaro1le

Just ask the dude...he knows best

Like I said.

[Scotty D]

I've used Redline in the past and never had a problem ! But thanks

[sengli]

Going to let the dealer put in whatever they deem is needed for warranty purposes. The cap says dexos, so I am sure that is what they will use. I have used M1 in other cars before, but they specifically called for it too.

[CamaroTom]

AMSOIL SS 5W30

[redsled]

I just dumped 5w-40 penzoil ultra in mine. 83 bucks with a wix filter.

[Indydriver]

Here's what 45 years of experience have taught me. YMMV, and I'm OK with that.

You have purchased four Dexos1 semi-syn dealer oil changes with your car. Might as well take advantage of that to get rid of the break-in contaminants. Pick whatever intervals flip your switch. For me the first two were at 1,000 and 4,000. The next two will probably be at 8,000 and 12,000. Then I will switch to DIY and full synthetic. Stick with the manufacturer recommended weight. If they want you to use 5W-30, use 5W-30. Heavier is not better. Lighter is not better. There are reasons they spec what they spec.

Again, pick any Tier One brand. They all work just fine. I happen to like M1 and Pennzoil. XOM and Shell will always put out competent products. XOM is an American company if that means anything to you. Shell is not. Pennzoil's new GTL oil is made in Qatar. Which do you want to support? If it makes you feel good to waste money on a pricey boutique brand, that's OK, they will work too, just know you're wasting money. Use a solid standard filter. The AC Delco filter is nothing special but it works. So do just about any of the others. I like Wix/Napa Gold-a well made filter that just works and can be purchased in bulk at a discount.

After your first DIY service, run the OLM down to 0%, take a sample and send it off to a lab for a UOA. Spend a few extra bucks to get a TBN reading. That will tell you how much of the additives have been used up. By doing this, you are confirming the accuracy of the OLM. Once you've backed it up with a test, you can confidently use it for your OCIs. Repeat as needed.

[GONIF]

Looks like everyone has a favorite OIL . FYI if you run a free flow oil charged air filter expect high silicate number on your oil sample .

[Andy-AMSOIL]

Originally Posted by GONIF

Looks like everyone has a favorite OIL . FYI if you run a free flow oil charged air filter expect high silicate number on your oil sample .

True that everyone has a favorite oil, but is everyone looking at how each oil properties are designed, example TBN levels, ZDDP levels, flash points, and other ASTM data points that may lead you down a path of Oil X is of better quality than Oil Z... I've heard a lot the say that all oils are the same, this comment is purely incorrect.. oil is a product like everything else good quality products are used to make them and inferior products as well.

[14DPTcamaro1le]

Originally Posted by Indydriver

Here's what 45 years of experience have taught me. YMMV, and I'm OK with that.

You have purchased four Dexos1 semi-syn dealer oil changes with your car. Might as well take advantage of that to get rid of the break-in contaminants. Pick whatever intervals flip your switch. For me the first two were at 1,000 and 4,000. The next two will probably be at 8,000 and 12,000. Then I will switch to DIY and full synthetic. Stick with the manufacturer recommended weight. If they want you to use 5W-30, use 5W-30. Heavier is not better. Lighter is not better. There are reasons they spec what they spec.

Again, pick any Tier One brand. They all work just fine. I happen to like M1 and Pennzoil. XOM and Shell will always put out competent products. XOM is an American company if that means anything to you. Shell is not. Pennzoil's new GTL oil is made in Qatar. Which do you want to support? If it makes you feel good to waste money on a pricey boutique brand, that's OK, they will work too, just know you're wasting money. Use a solid standard filter. The AC Delco filter is nothing special but it works. So do just about any of the others. I like Wix/Napa Gold-a well made filter that just works and can be purchased in bulk at a discount.

After your first DIY service, run the OLM down to 0%, take a sample and send it off to a lab for a UOA. Spend a few extra bucks to get a TBN reading. That will tell you how much of the additives have been used up. By doing this, you are confirming the accuracy of the OLM. Once you've backed it up with a test, you can confidently use it for your OCIs. Repeat as needed.

Before posting this thread I overlooked the fact that my brother is a test engineer for a diesel engine company that starts with the big C. So i had him ask the opinion of different technicians he works with...basically said the same thing you did, but added that GM uses that oil during the testing of their engines and if it wasnt up to par they wouldnt offer it....so i went with the free oil change this time around!

[29er]

mobil1 full synth.

[JimE]

Originally Posted by 14DPTcamaro1le

Before posting this thread I overlooked the fact that my brother is a test engineer for a diesel engine company that starts with the big C. So i had him ask the opinion of different technicians he works with...basically said the same thing you did, but added that GM uses that oil during the testing of their engines and if it wasnt up to par they wouldnt offer it....so i went with the free oil change this time around!

Most everyone overlooks that fact. They tested what they are using and have to stand behind the warranty.

Everyone has a favorite brand. Whether it's an educated decision or not. Spend more money if it makes you feel better. Many people also change the oil way too often. Again, spend more money if it makes you feel better.