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Foster26 · 07-01-2009, 10:47 PM

Ok, thanks for the clarification.

*CamaroSpike23* · 07-02-2009, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by camarossrs2150

after early change i put in a magnetic oil drain screw .so if any other particles fall free it will stick to magnet

except the aluminum from the heads.....

Gentry78 · 07-02-2009, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

except the aluminum from the heads.....

yeah and the mobil 1 on the cap is kinda a dead give away but the SS only gets that though lol

fee5fofum · 07-04-2009, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by camarossrs2150

are we saying we cant mix and match .spoke to alot of guys at car shows they like purple over mobil 1 . and they all drive high end cars . if you guys don't agree with purple i will switch, did not do change yet . still can return

I came across this :http://www.roadcarvin.com/tech/synth...ngine-break-in

I have the V6 which is not factory fill with synthetic. I changed the oil/filter at 1000mi. then I will again at 2000 mi.
At 3000 mi I will be switching over to Mobil 1 synthetic changing the oil/filter at least every 4500-5000 mi. ... I might even use the OLM sometimes and see where that takes me ( mileage wise )..

350 HRSS · 07-09-2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyBfromPeoria

How about:

1) Someone with a V-6 pop their hood and verify that the "Mobil 1" sticker is/is not there.

2) Send a sample of your "used" motor oil to Blackstone Labs after you have supposedly "used its life up" at 3000 miles. You'll be surprised at what they say and how they verify and back up what they are showing you. (You are wasting your money changing your oil at 3K). Qualifier...I'm not talking about the first 1500 miles here. I have my own strong opinions about that. I mean after the initial 1500 miles.

3) Learn the difference between type 3 and type 4 synthetic. Amaze your friends.

4) Don't believe a word I say. I'm full of crap.

John B.

Agree w/ this post completely....I have been using Blackstone Labs for year....I don't have time to debate here, but they could really help you track your samples, and they are very knowledgable....

DCJ · 07-09-2009, 10:45 PM

Just changed mine mine today at 1400 miles. Changed to Mobil 1. It had felt like it was riding a little rough the last few times I drove it as my wife drives is mostly so I thought it was a good time to make the change. It feels great now. I think 1200 to 1500 miles is a good timeframe for the initial change. I am going to do the same thing with my 2SS when she gets here too I think.

Rookie13 · 07-14-2009, 09:23 PM

This was an excellent debate and fact finding thread. Thanks to all for the input and validation on many of my questions.

I have been a Royal Purple guy for my current 2, and one previous import. I plan to stick with Mobile-1 100% when my 1SS arrives.

Kudos!!!

*CamaroSpike23* · 07-15-2009, 03:37 PM

to reiterate...

Break in procedures in the owners manual call for the oil to be changed after 1500 miles.

the V8 Camaro's come with Mobil 1 full synthetic oil from the factory
the V6's come with Mobil Clean 5000

after your first oil change at 1500 miles, reset the OLM (oil life monitor) and follow it and/or your warranty guidelines on changing the oil. if the warranty guidelines say to change it before 6000miles and the OLM says you are still at 60%, get it changed. If you are at 4500 miles and the OLM says you are at 20%.... get it changed.

Jeffsss · 07-20-2009, 10:02 PM

I have read the owner's manual cover to cover and it does not state the change the original oil at 1500 miles. Did I miss a page? If so, please point out the page as I may need to consider an oil change. Currently at 1600 miles.

calflan · 07-22-2009, 08:31 AM

Jeff - my dealer's shop told me to use the oil life monitor for changing, first change or not.
There is nothing, as you've identified, that states oil needs to be changed early on first change. On a new car however, there are still alot parts 'breaking in' and seating properly, which increases initial wear on parts and contaminates the oil a bit more than a routine change later in the engines life. Therefore, chaning it early will maintain the engine clean and a smooth break in. This is not stated, nor apparently outlined by Chevy, but many here have expereince with engines and new cars, etc. and the ebenfit of their experience is a good idea to use.
It'll only cost an additional few dollars in comparison to the return, plus an early cahnge, even if NOT needed, can hurt nothing.

DEW · 07-22-2009, 11:03 AM

Yep, I will be changing my oil at 500 miles and getting to know my Camaro a little better by changing it myself.

Blueyes64 · 08-08-2010, 11:33 PM

I own a 2011 V/R Camaro SS. I took it to the dealer for the first oil change at 1K miles. The service manager laughed and said "You have synthetic Mobil 1 in this engine. I don't need to see you for another 4K miles, then thereafter about every 9K miles." I dunno, It makes me a little nervous. I going on faith that the GM engineers say 9K but I'm gonna change every 7-7 1/2 K miles. Staying with Mobil 1. Dealer charges $94.99 with 8 quart synthetic Mobil 1 change. Not really any higher than my conventional oil change on my truck, just twice as often to change my truck's oil.

blazzin1 · 08-09-2010, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueyes64

I own a 2011 V/R Camaro SS. I took it to the dealer for the first oil change at 1K miles. The service manager laughed and said "You have synthetic Mobil 1 in this engine. I don't need to see you for another 4K miles, then thereafter about every 9K miles." I dunno, It makes me a little nervous. I going on faith that the GM engineers say 9K but I'm gonna change every 7-7 1/2 K miles. Staying with Mobil 1. Dealer charges $94.99 with 8 quart synthetic Mobil 1 change. Not really any higher than my conventional oil change on my truck, just twice as often to change my truck's oil.

Dude, way to resurrect a long dead, year-old thread!!!!!! But, at least your doing a search for your questions, and I'm sure this old thread came up. So, gotta give you props for at least doing a search, that's more than most new guys do!!!
As for the oil, you will get a hundred different opinions on when to change it. Just to be safe, (in my own opinion) I would change out the factory oil after about the first 1500 miles, just to get any nasty stuff out of there that occured during break-in. After that, just follow the "DIC" (Driver Info Center), it will tell you when you need to change the oil. And if you have any mechanical abilities at all (and car ramps) do it your self, you'll save alot of money!! A 5-quart jug of Mobil 1 at Wal-Mart is about $22-$23.

Lil Nix · 02-17-2012, 05:22 PM

Just got a oil change, but my car is still telling me I need a oil change soon.. Will this go away with time?

07-09-2009, 10:45 PM	#34
DCJ Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Madison, Mississippi Posts: 525	Just changed mine mine today at 1400 miles. Changed to Mobil 1. It had felt like it was riding a little rough the last few times I drove it as my wife drives is mostly so I thought it was a good time to make the change. It feels great now. I think 1200 to 1500 miles is a good timeframe for the initial change. I am going to do the same thing with my 2SS when she gets here too I think. __________________ My other hobby or should I say sickness in addition to my 2011 SIM 2SS RS Camaro

07-20-2009, 10:02 PM	#37
Jeffsss Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 43	First oil change I have read the owner's manual cover to cover and it does not state the change the original oil at 1500 miles. Did I miss a page? If so, please point out the page as I may need to consider an oil change. Currently at 1600 miles.

07-22-2009, 08:31 AM	#38
calflan Drives: 1LT; IBM; 6 Spd Manual Join Date: May 2009 Location: Heath, Tx. Posts: 499	Jeff - my dealer's shop told me to use the oil life monitor for changing, first change or not. There is nothing, as you've identified, that states oil needs to be changed early on first change. On a new car however, there are still alot parts 'breaking in' and seating properly, which increases initial wear on parts and contaminates the oil a bit more than a routine change later in the engines life. Therefore, chaning it early will maintain the engine clean and a smooth break in. This is not stated, nor apparently outlined by Chevy, but many here have expereince with engines and new cars, etc. and the ebenfit of their experience is a good idea to use. It'll only cost an additional few dollars in comparison to the return, plus an early cahnge, even if NOT needed, can hurt nothing. __________________ 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]

07-22-2009, 11:03 AM	#39
DEW Drives: Hoopdee Join Date: May 2009 Location: Detroit Posts: 263	Yep, I will be changing my oil at 500 miles and getting to know my Camaro a little better by changing it myself. __________________ 2LT - CYBER GRAY METALLIC - BLACK RALLY STRIPES - MANUAL TRANNY - POLISHED 19" WHEELS BUILD - 6/12/2009 Airaid V2, Flowmaster AT

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