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  1. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Im replacing the drain plug, can I move the OEM washer/gasket over to it or should I find a part number and grab some spares just in case, like this maybe? http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/chevrolet/s...ain-plug-o-ring
  2. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Another question, does anyone know if my truck has a drain plug gasket/washer that I need to account for or replace in changes? Im also planning on ordering a dimple plug, http://magneticdrainplugs.co/recentgmandbuick.php Can the AC delco filter for my truck be found on amazon? Dont want to...
  3. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Originally Posted By: BrocLuno Fram Ultra's are good. But I'd use an AC Delco filter on the first change at home, then have the dealer do their thing at OLM intervals. They won't know you changed early. They will have you in the database if some warranty issue comes up ... Then I'd do as you...
  4. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Never looked into powder coating, cool idea thanks! Looks like Ill be going with Fram Ultra filters and Mobil 1 oil. As I mentioned, Ill never be a "long life oil changer" I prefer getting more often and like getting dirty. I used to be a mechanic, before being diagnosed with Muscular...
  5. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Originally Posted By: userfriendly The dealer should be able to program the ATAK exhaust in 90 seconds. Just plug in, select Borla and press enter. Same with the intake.... Do a before 'n after Borla fuel economy and post it here for us. What do they need to program? That is the first I have...
  6. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Originally Posted By: userfriendly What mods do you have planned? There is a dealer installed (or DIY) Borla exhaust that is GM programmable and a fresh air intake. Tires on stock wheels if you like 33s; 255/80/17 Cooper ST Maxx, 265/70/18s Toyo CT and 265/60/20 Toyo CT. All fit with no rubbing...
  7. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Wow thank you all so much! I half expected a couple replies, but super appreciate the knowledge. Ill steer clear of the AMSoil, I had not considered Fram filters, I always kinda thought they where the cheap everywhere filters found at Napa etc. My truck is the 5.3 Direct Injection yes. Should...
  8. thatryan

    Oil Selection Help Please

    Hi all! Never thought so much about oil etc before, but this is the last vehicle I want to buy and want to make sure I take the best care of it from the beginning. I tried to address all the great points the sticky asked for I am looking for the best options for my vehicle for both oil and...
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