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remist17 · 01-26-2010, 09:28 AM

I know this has most likely been posted before. But I would like to know whats the favorite oil. I have a 05 Tahoe and bought it about two months ago it has 30K on it and about ready for a oil change. I normally use Havoline oil but would like peoples input and suggestions. I want a good oil that will not break down. Also what filters are good. I used FRAM for a long time but I understand these have gotten cheap in construction.

Thanks for helping me out on the dumb question.

umwtnt · 01-26-2010, 09:51 AM

I used Castrol synthetic for about 20 years then, I tried royal purple and love the stuff. I seen an increase in mileage when I switch. I also prefer royal purple or K & N filters. Yes there a little more expensive but i believe there worth it.

JohnC · 01-26-2010, 10:41 AM

This question will bring up a slew of arguments and opinions. On that note here is mine.

I use Valvoline Max Life in my 03. I use the Mobil 1 synthetic in the TBSS. I will run regular Valvoline in the 84. I run Wix oil filters in all of them.

clinebarger · 01-26-2010, 10:54 AM

Mobil 1 in my 5.3 with a Delco filter.

Delo 400 15w40 in everything else, Not that LE crap they sell now, I got some old stock.

remist17 · 01-26-2010, 12:29 PM

I have heard some good things about Mobil 1. I uesed Valvoline when I had a Cummins.

Im not trying to stir up trouble, but I have cracked open to many engines and see failures over oil grades. I plan on changing the oil between 3 and 5K. Can I switch to Syn Oil assuming the oil in it now is regular? I hope to have this Tahoe for many years.

I have limited areas to purchase the products, NAPA, Advance Auto and I guess internet if theres a good place to order from.

NateK4340 · 01-26-2010, 06:54 PM

I've got an '02 silverado with the 5.3l engine and over 110,000 miles. I've used castrol syntec, mobile 1 and now use Royal Purple always with a K&N oil filter. The truck runs great and I have never had to have any engine repairs(knock on wood lol). Royal Purple and the K&N filters work great for me! Just my 2 cents

mixermike · 01-26-2010, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by remist17

I have heard some good things about Mobil 1. I uesed Valvoline when I had a Cummins.

Im not trying to stir up trouble, but I have cracked open to many engines and see failures over oil grades. I plan on changing the oil between 3 and 5K. Can I switch to Syn Oil assuming the oil in it now is regular? I hope to have this Tahoe for many years.

I have limited areas to purchase the products, NAPA, Advance Auto and I guess internet if theres a good place to order from.

yes you can switch to syn oil anytime without issues.i have a 2000 gmc that i have run Mobile 1 in for the past 8 years. i also run mobile 1 in my corvette and Wix filters. i change oil and filter every 5,000 miles.

remist17 · 01-27-2010, 08:55 AM

seems alot use Mobil one and Royal Purple. Ill have to see about getting some. Thanks again!

**bwood** · 01-27-2010, 08:54 PM

Mobil 1 on my truck
Valvoline Max LIfe in wife's car
Wix filters

remist17 · 01-28-2010, 09:16 AM

were do you get wix filters.

Whats everyones opinion on Puralator filters?

**truckdude239** · 01-28-2010, 10:25 PM

i run puralator filters at work never had any problems. napa auto parts sells wixs filters.

as to oil i use gastrol gtx in my personal vehicles. i put Mobil 1 in a lot of these trucks at work

1971gmcshortbed · 01-28-2010, 10:29 PM

Any name brand oil is good. Synthetic is not necessary unless you leave it in for a long time or the cap reads to use it. Use oem filters. GM has bulletins on engine failure from non oem filters. They are worth the extra $2. Just my $.02.

Camaro_nut2001 · 01-28-2010, 11:48 PM

Well, I'll tell ya, I have worked on a many of engine's in my 20 plus years of being a mechanic. I will use nothing but MOBIL 1 and WIX filters changed every 3000 miles or so depending on my driving conditions. If you keep a close eye on your oil for breakdown and keep it changed then you should have a long running, happy engine. Routine maint. is the key & using a good quality filter. JMO

**bwood** · 01-29-2010, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by remist17

were do you get wix filters.

Whats everyones opinion on Puralator filters?

NAPA sells Wix filters like stated before, but they do say NAPA on them. You can also get Wix filters at Oreilly Auto Parts. I will also use a Delco if the Wix isn't available.

johndawelder · 01-30-2010, 01:23 PM

I use Mobil 1 and wix filter on my 04 silverado 2500 w/6.0. I have around 100K
on it with no issues.

remist17 · 02-01-2010, 09:20 AM

Thanks all. I will check out the NAPA and compare to OEM prices. I appreciate alls help on this silly question !

sdelmar · 02-01-2010, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Camaro_nut2001

Well, I'll tell ya, I have worked on a many of engine's in my 20 plus years of being a mechanic. I will use nothing but MOBIL 1 and WIX filters changed every 3000 miles or so depending on my driving conditions. If you keep a close eye on your oil for breakdown and keep it changed then you should have a long running, happy engine. Routine maint. is the key & using a good quality filter. JMO

Same combo for me (Wix and Mobil 1)! I got over 400,000 out of the factory motor using Wix and Mobil 1. Unfortunately I sucked a valve...I'm confident that motor would still be running strong if not for that issue! The cylinder walls looked great when I tore that motor down. I used K&N on my motorcycle and had 2 out of 6 filters I put on it NOT flow ANY oil!!!

By the way, using Wix and Mobil 1 on my GM crate motor, I have been doing about 5,000 mile oil change intervals and premium fuel. The oil comes out still translucent with only a slightly darkened color. It shows very minimal breakdown after 5k!

2badgn · 02-01-2010, 04:51 PM

Amsoil and either Wix filter or AC Delco filter.

Whatever u use change it as often as possible

remist17 · 02-03-2010, 01:09 PM

great thanks.. Whats opinion on havolin oil?

BP68 · 02-04-2010, 10:36 PM

Mobil 1 and Delco filters on Silverado and Grand Prix GTP

sdelmar · 02-04-2010, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2badgn

Amsoil and either Wix filter or AC Delco filter.

Whatever u use change it as often as possible

I have been thinking about trying Amsoil. One of my friends' dad is a dealer and would get it for me at cost. How many miles are you going between oil changes? Filter changes?

2badgn · 02-04-2010, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdelmar

I have been thinking about trying Amsoil. One of my friends' dad is a dealer and would get it for me at cost. How many miles are you going between oil changes? Filter changes?

It all depends on how u use your truck. My dad and I use our truck for mics. errands- HomeDepot, firewood, picking up wine grapes, etc. So we put on about 2,000 miles a year. I change the oil and filter once a year.

07HDClassic · 02-06-2010, 12:06 AM

Delo 400 15w40 in my Duramax

01-26-2010, 09:28 AM	#1
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	What oil Brand do you use? I know this has most likely been posted before. But I would like to know whats the favorite oil. I have a 05 Tahoe and bought it about two months ago it has 30K on it and about ready for a oil change. I normally use Havoline oil but would like peoples input and suggestions. I want a good oil that will not break down. Also what filters are good. I used FRAM for a long time but I understand these have gotten cheap in construction. Thanks for helping me out on the dumb question. __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops. Last edited by remist17; 01-26-2010 at 12:23 PM.

01-26-2010, 09:51 AM	#2
umwtnt Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Williamsburg, Va Posts: 226	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? I used Castrol synthetic for about 20 years then, I tried royal purple and love the stuff. I seen an increase in mileage when I switch. I also prefer royal purple or K & N filters. Yes there a little more expensive but i believe there worth it. __________________ The more I learn, the more I find out I don't know. 69 Chevy SWB w/67 front end 4 wheel discs 468 BB 700R4 Bagged Coming around slowly

01-26-2010, 10:41 AM	#3
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? This question will bring up a slew of arguments and opinions. On that note here is mine. I use Valvoline Max Life in my 03. I use the Mobil 1 synthetic in the TBSS. I will run regular Valvoline in the 84. I run Wix oil filters in all of them.

01-26-2010, 10:54 AM	#4
clinebarger Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 6,370	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Mobil 1 in my 5.3 with a Delco filter. Delo 400 15w40 in everything else, Not that LE crap they sell now, I got some old stock.

01-26-2010, 12:29 PM	#5
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? I have heard some good things about Mobil 1. I uesed Valvoline when I had a Cummins. Im not trying to stir up trouble, but I have cracked open to many engines and see failures over oil grades. I plan on changing the oil between 3 and 5K. Can I switch to Syn Oil assuming the oil in it now is regular? I hope to have this Tahoe for many years. I have limited areas to purchase the products, NAPA, Advance Auto and I guess internet if theres a good place to order from. __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

01-26-2010, 06:54 PM	#6
NateK4340 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Shallowater, Texas Posts: 151	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? I've got an '02 silverado with the 5.3l engine and over 110,000 miles. I've used castrol syntec, mobile 1 and now use Royal Purple always with a K&N oil filter. The truck runs great and I have never had to have any engine repairs(knock on wood lol). Royal Purple and the K&N filters work great for me! Just my 2 cents __________________ "Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American Soldier, One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom. " In the Garage: '02 Silverado Ext. Cab Z71 5.3l '70 C20 Longstep 402BB

01-27-2010, 08:55 AM	#8
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? seems alot use Mobil one and Royal Purple. Ill have to see about getting some. Thanks again! __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

01-27-2010, 08:54 PM	#9
bwood Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Denison, Texas Posts: 1,919	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Mobil 1 on my truck Valvoline Max LIfe in wife's car Wix filters __________________ 1998 GMC Sierra SLE 1/2 ton 2WD 305 Vortec -Gibson Stainless Cat Back Swept Side -SS Wheels 2005 Honda CRF250R 2006 Honda CRF150F

01-28-2010, 09:16 AM	#10
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? were do you get wix filters. Whats everyones opinion on Puralator filters? __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

01-28-2010, 10:25 PM	#11
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,220	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? i run puralator filters at work never had any problems. napa auto parts sells wixs filters. as to oil i use gastrol gtx in my personal vehicles. i put Mobil 1 in a lot of these trucks at work __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

01-28-2010, 10:29 PM	#12
1971gmcshortbed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Las Cruces, NM Posts: 284	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Any name brand oil is good. Synthetic is not necessary unless you leave it in for a long time or the cap reads to use it. Use oem filters. GM has bulletins on engine failure from non oem filters. They are worth the extra $2. Just my $.02.

01-28-2010, 11:48 PM	#13
Camaro_nut2001 Chevy Lover Till The End. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mascot TN. Posts: 795	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Well, I'll tell ya, I have worked on a many of engine's in my 20 plus years of being a mechanic. I will use nothing but MOBIL 1 and WIX filters changed every 3000 miles or so depending on my driving conditions. If you keep a close eye on your oil for breakdown and keep it changed then you should have a long running, happy engine. Routine maint. is the key & using a good quality filter. JMO

01-30-2010, 01:23 PM	#15
johndawelder Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loudon,TN Posts: 101	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? I use Mobil 1 and wix filter on my 04 silverado 2500 w/6.0. I have around 100K on it with no issues.

02-01-2010, 09:20 AM	#16
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Thanks all. I will check out the NAPA and compare to OEM prices. I appreciate alls help on this silly question ! __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

02-01-2010, 04:51 PM	#18
2badgn Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Yonkers, NY Posts: 276	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Amsoil and either Wix filter or AC Delco filter. Whatever u use change it as often as possible



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02-03-2010, 01:09 PM	#19
remist17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 406	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? great thanks.. Whats opinion on havolin oil? __________________ 2013 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door 2005 Chevy Silverado, Z71, 5.3L, 4 door, 3.40 Support the Troops.

02-04-2010, 10:36 PM	#20
BP68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Olive Branch, MS Posts: 824	Re: What oil Brand do oyu use? Mobil 1 and Delco filters on Silverado and Grand Prix GTP __________________ 68 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 06 Chevy Ext Cab Fleetside 03 Grand Prix GTP My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=269999

02-06-2010, 12:06 AM	#23
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