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911medic · 08-11-2013, 09:26 AM

I think it's normal. I don't have an LSD, and I had thick buildup on both my plugs at just over 30,000 miles.

babaron · 08-11-2013, 11:32 AM

What's is the current recommendation on when to change dif fluid on an SS?

sac130e · 02-18-2014, 06:50 PM

Approaching 1500 miles soon and going to change the engine oil then.
Might as well as do the diff. also. Have a 2014 SS, and looking at recommendations for best oil/filter and rear diff. fluid I can purchase from local auto store.

Thx

sac130e · 02-19-2014, 11:03 AM

bump

djm96z28 · 02-19-2014, 01:17 PM

I'll probably get mine changed around 15,000 miles. I only have 6,400 now, so I've got time.

wally mayfield · 02-19-2014, 04:41 PM

So Im going to stick with Mobil 1..
do I get the LS 75w90? with or without an additional additive?

sorry but reading it all made me dizzy..

Garcia in advance..

ActNup NY · 02-19-2014, 05:14 PM

Great write up. 👌 question by changing the Rear Diff do you notice a change in how the car now drives? Curious if there's a difference or not?

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K1SSRSS · 02-19-2014, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sac130e

Approaching 1500 miles soon and going to change the engine oil then.
Might as well as do the diff. also. Have a 2014 SS, and looking at recommendations for best oil/filter and rear diff. fluid I can purchase from local auto store.

Thx

I think it's a good idea to change it at 1500-3000 miles and again at 15,000 then just stick to the factory service intervals.

I changed mine at 3,000 miles and noticed the shavings most others are seeing, this is just due to break in, but that is why its a good idea to change the oil early and get them out, you don't want the shavings hanging around getting into bearings and such.

sac130e · 02-19-2014, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by K1SSRSS

I think it's a good idea to change it at 1500-3000 miles and again at 15,000 then just stick to the factory service intervals.

I changed mine at 3,000 miles and noticed the shavings most others are seeing, this is just due to break in, but that is why its a good idea to change the oil early and get them out, you don't want the shavings hanging around getting into bearings and such.

Looking at doing this at 1500, just looking what I should pick up at local auto shop for the rear diff. fluid. Want to make sure use the correct stuff. Same for the oil, looking at the Mobile 1 FS, but if there is something better that can be bought locally vs. online, please let me know..thx

K1SSRSS · 02-19-2014, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sac130e

Looking at doing this at 1500, just looking what I should pick up at local auto shop for the rear diff. fluid. Want to make sure use the correct stuff. Same for the oil, looking at the Mobile 1 FS, but if there is something better that can be bought locally vs. online, please let me know..thx

I personally like royal purple for the rear end and I would stick with mobil 1 for the motor until you warranty is up.

sac130e · 02-19-2014, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by K1SSRSS

I personally like royal purple for the rear end and I would stick with mobil 1 for the motor until you warranty is up.

Does the rear diff. fluid need to have that friction stuff in it for the SS?
Thx again for the info

K1SSRSS · 02-19-2014, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sac130e

Does the rear diff. fluid need to have that friction stuff in it for the SS?
Thx again for the info

The RP has the additive in it, but I would just check the bottle to make sure as many don't have it, but yes you need an the additive for the limited slip diff in the SS.

Garndog · 04-09-2014, 03:38 PM

Anyone have to add more LSF modifier to the mobile one that has it included? Changing it out tonight and didn't get more modifier.

Z4me · 04-10-2014, 06:55 AM

Oops double post see below

08-11-2013, 09:26 AM	#57
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08-11-2013, 11:32 AM	#58
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02-19-2014, 04:41 PM	#62
wally mayfield Drives: 2013 2SS 6M Join Date: May 2013 Location: eastern high sierra Posts: 893	So Im going to stick with Mobil 1.. do I get the LS 75w90? with or without an additional additive? sorry but reading it all made me dizzy.. Garcia in advance.. __________________ Strut tower brace(GM), CAI, Blade Spoiler, ZL1 wheels and tires, Heritage grill, Dual mode exhaust, and thats it, no more..except for the lowering springs..Ok Hotchkis springs were delivered today, thats it.. Last edited by wally mayfield; 02-19-2014 at 06:43 PM.

02-19-2014, 05:14 PM	#63
ActNup NY Drives: 2011 1LT Black Camaro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 2,496 View My Garage	Great write up. 👌 question by changing the Rear Diff do you notice a change in how the car now drives? Curious if there's a difference or not? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ *The DREAM is free... It's the HUSTLE that is sold seperately*

04-10-2014, 06:55 AM	#70
Z4me Drives: 2013 ZL1 IOM Vin #169 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,953	Oops double post see below __________________ Last edited by Z4me; 04-10-2014 at 07:02 AM. Reason: Double post

02-18-2014, 06:50 PM	#59
sac130e Drives: 2014 Camaro SS/RS BRM Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Milton, FL Posts: 268	Approaching 1500 miles soon and going to change the engine oil then. Might as well as do the diff. also. Have a 2014 SS, and looking at recommendations for best oil/filter and rear diff. fluid I can purchase from local auto store. Thx

02-19-2014, 11:03 AM	#60
sac130e Drives: 2014 Camaro SS/RS BRM Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Milton, FL Posts: 268	bump

02-19-2014, 01:17 PM	#61
djm96z28 Drives: 2012 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 1,114	I'll probably get mine changed around 15,000 miles. I only have 6,400 now, so I've got time.

04-09-2014, 03:38 PM	#69
Garndog Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 42 View My Garage	Anyone have to add more LSF modifier to the mobile one that has it included? Changing it out tonight and didn't get more modifier.

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