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Alright guys,
I’m working nights tonight so I figured I’d make a new post to help narrow down the remainder of my options with some more input from you guys.
My previous post was in regards to the Mobil 1 0w40 ESP/Supercar Dexos 2 requirement on the ZL1, Z06 and CTS-V for the LT4. From that post, I’ve been able to conclude that Dexos 2 is strictly an emissions based requirement and its purpose is solely to protect the cats/warranty as I suspected all along. On a modified vehicle with cats removed and having no warranty like mine, there are plenty of other options to choose from oil wise.
Now… my car is modded (heads/cam/Whipple,etc) and makes over 900rw. It is currently on the stock bottom end. Car is a weekend driver that sees some spirited driving on the street when it’s taken out. It might make a trip to the drag strip at some point but it’s mainly a street toy. Car has an 160* stat. Oil temps see 200ish at times. Back to back pulls might get it over that but it wouldn’t be by too much if so. I live in Houston, TX where we have warmer weather nearly year round minus the few months it gets a little cooler in which case… it’s rare to see freezing temps (32* or below). Usually we’ll dip into the higher 30’s the odd time and that’s about it.
I know the Mobil 1 FS 0w40 euro oil is a solid option which I’m strongly considering for the sake of being the same weight that’s recommended.
Among my other considerations are…
Rotella T6 5w40
Mobil 1 FS 5w50
Mobil 1 FS 15w50
To be honest… I’ve narrowed it down to these for a couple of reasons. The mobil 1 oils show some good stats on their full SAPS stuff and it’s easily obtainable locally at a good price. Considering I change the oil at 2k miles on average (due to running E85 and meth), I’m not looking for anything with an extended OCI. I’m just trying to decide which oil would work best for my setup, driving style and ambient temps when it comes to protection.
I’m working nights tonight so I figured I’d make a new post to help narrow down the remainder of my options with some more input from you guys.
My previous post was in regards to the Mobil 1 0w40 ESP/Supercar Dexos 2 requirement on the ZL1, Z06 and CTS-V for the LT4. From that post, I’ve been able to conclude that Dexos 2 is strictly an emissions based requirement and its purpose is solely to protect the cats/warranty as I suspected all along. On a modified vehicle with cats removed and having no warranty like mine, there are plenty of other options to choose from oil wise.
Now… my car is modded (heads/cam/Whipple,etc) and makes over 900rw. It is currently on the stock bottom end. Car is a weekend driver that sees some spirited driving on the street when it’s taken out. It might make a trip to the drag strip at some point but it’s mainly a street toy. Car has an 160* stat. Oil temps see 200ish at times. Back to back pulls might get it over that but it wouldn’t be by too much if so. I live in Houston, TX where we have warmer weather nearly year round minus the few months it gets a little cooler in which case… it’s rare to see freezing temps (32* or below). Usually we’ll dip into the higher 30’s the odd time and that’s about it.
I know the Mobil 1 FS 0w40 euro oil is a solid option which I’m strongly considering for the sake of being the same weight that’s recommended.
Among my other considerations are…
Rotella T6 5w40
Mobil 1 FS 5w50
Mobil 1 FS 15w50
To be honest… I’ve narrowed it down to these for a couple of reasons. The mobil 1 oils show some good stats on their full SAPS stuff and it’s easily obtainable locally at a good price. Considering I change the oil at 2k miles on average (due to running E85 and meth), I’m not looking for anything with an extended OCI. I’m just trying to decide which oil would work best for my setup, driving style and ambient temps when it comes to protection.