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10-22-2009, 08:47 AM
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 Drives: 2LT Acqua Blue Metallic Join Date: Aug 2009
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1000 Mile Oil Change???
I just hit 1000 miles on my car, I was told that it would be a good idea for me to get an oil change once I hit my first 1000 miles.
What are people's opinions on this? Also, as far as were to get the oil changed, is it better to go to the dealer and pay extra or stick it to like a reliable quick lube shop? |
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10-22-2009, 08:54 AM
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Drives: 2010 1SS/RS CGM Join Date: May 2009
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 You need to look at the Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing section. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=65
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10-22-2009, 09:00 AM
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Yes do it! I plan on getting my first oil change at 500 miles.
As for getting it done, it's better obviously to do it yourself but if you can't, go to someone that you can trust and that will use Mobil 1 5w-30. I find that most quick lube places just use the cheapest dino oil they can find and some dealers are this way as well so before you decide visit the places first and ask questions. If you can't find one that you trust to use Mobil 1, buy the oil yourself and take it with you. |
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10-22-2009, 09:01 AM
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Drives: White Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2009
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i didnt get my oil changed until 3000 miles car is running great!!!!!
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10-22-2009, 09:01 AM
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Drives: 09 Vette GT1, 06 350Z, 82 MSE Join Date: Jul 2009
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Nothing says you have to do it, but what can it hurt?
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10-22-2009, 09:06 AM
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I would. But if you dont and wait till 3000 miles it will probably be 10-15yrs before it made a real difference.
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10-22-2009, 09:08 AM
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ALWAYS A MARINE......!!!
Drives: 2010 camaro IOM/2SS/RS/sunroof Join Date: Aug 2009
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I did mine at 1000 miles as well. Car is just awesome.
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10-22-2009, 09:18 AM
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Is it possible to change your oil too often?
 I would have probably done it at 500.
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10-22-2009, 03:28 PM
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The reason people have changing their oil at 1000 miles is due to the metal shavings from the engine break in. They also recommend K&N HP 7003 oil filter with Mobil 1 5w30. I changed my oil around 1000 and then again at 3000. Now I will change it when it comes up in my display.
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10-22-2009, 03:31 PM
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Drives: Black 1SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Sep 2009
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1300 miles, First K&N filter ive ever bought, and valvoline syntec. No shavings (not expected) and she purrs like a kitten.
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10-22-2009, 04:40 PM
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Drives: 2003 avalanche Join Date: Jul 2009
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I see you have 2lt, do you think he should put mobil 1 in it for the first oil change. I know the v6's are shipped with conventional oil not mobil1. Just some food for thought. |
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10-22-2009, 06:37 PM
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Thank you Oshawa/St.Cats!
Drives: was 2010 2LT RS 2G1FC1EV4A9103434 Join Date: May 2009
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First oil change at 900 miles I kept my 2LT as dino, then at 3,000 switched to Mobil 1 and obviously continue on as such...also switched to K&N Oil Filter at 3,000 as well.
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10-23-2009, 08:38 PM
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Drives: Imperial Blue 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Va
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I was given the impression that you shouldn't put synthetic oil in until at least 10K miles... To make sure the motor is broken in. ???
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10-23-2009, 09:50 PM
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