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Caterham, The temperature can reach as low as -20F or -30F a few times a year. I do use a block heater when a plug in is available. Typically the temps are around 10 to -10F.

I had previously been running Mobil 1 0w40 in my 2000 Z28 Camaro LS1 with about 45,000 miles on the engine. It's a daily driver, mostly in town driving and I don't run it very hard. A few of the oil analysis' came back less that spectacular so I switched to PP 5w30. I've noticed while running...

I'm thinking I'll give the Penzoil Platinum 5W-30 a shot and see how that works... I'll let everyone know what I find.

Originally Posted By: dave1251 Did you run a fuel system cleaner in this run? GM V8'S spit copper for about 36,000 miles. This is normal and does not affect engine life. Negative on the fuel system cleaner...

Originally Posted By: e40 Looking at the oldest report, in 2005 this 2000 Camaro only had 3600 miles on it? Or, was the engine replaced? The engine was replaced with a crate LS1, when I bought the vehicle.

I don't race either, normal driving for the most part...

Originally Posted By: wannafbody Originally Posted By: ZZman I think the oil is too thin for that engine. Run what the manufacturer says. What would that be a 5w-30? **I hate how those GM engines spit out copper. A 40 weight oil is thicker than a 30 weight oil. The 0 cold weight is good for...

My report: This sample was taken during a rather harsh winter, during which my block heater quit working. I'm assuming some of the higher wear metals are due to this. Enjoy! Edit: I'm working on trying to get the image up...