dachtler

So, I just got a call from Novato Chevrolet that they just received some ESP 0W-40 Dexos2 oil, at $12 per quart. I asked the service advisor if they're able to use it for one of the included oil changes yet on my 17 GS, and he's checking with the parts manager. Anyone have any updates on if this oil can be entered into the service system yet for included oil changes on pre-19 C7s yet?

Update: They won't use the 0W-40 yet for an included oil change for anything older than a 2018, since they have not been directed by GM to permit that yet. I'd have to pay for the oil, but they would be able to submit for the labor and filter. They'd charge $9.50/qt for it. So, I think I'll go with 15W-50 for the track season, then move to 0W-40 at the end of the season when all of this has shaken out.

dalo3716

They were handing out the caps, at the Rolex, like candy, during the Mobil 1 talk.

elegant

I have learned a lot from reading this thread. Thank you.

Simple question please: Has GM released a P/N for the new Mobil 1 ESP 0W-40? If so, what is it please?

Thank you.

dachtler

According to the picture in post #51 of the Ask Tadge thread on this subject (https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ll-0w40-3.html), the part number is 19370233.

JDMilw

Lol! Yeah well myself and a bunch of others weren’t there.

Lucky you tho!

Frosty

I got to the Corvette Corral too late- all gone

Gonzo

I had to buy one !!! Just came today. I hope the 0w40 is in stock and available by my 500 mile oil change

DWS44

It's funny that the caps are more readily available than the actual oil itself.

DWS44

Curious...which Charlotte dealer were you trying to work with?

sd7ss

Does anyone have an Exxon-Mobil product number for the 2019 new factory fill oil? Maybe in quarts or five gallon jugs? This so we can all get on the same page in the hunt for some?

I've already looked on the Exxon-Mobile web site, and the usual customer suppliers like WalMart and others to no avail. There are several similar products out there which create confusion.

Checked with three of my favorite Corvette dealers nearby. None had a clue; nobody had heard of anything.

I know, I know. Sit tight for a year and it will be everywhere...

GTVETT

Has anyone seen a change in warm oil pressure with 0w40?

Patman

Unfortunately that's going to be a tough question to answer right now since there are almost no people on here who have been able to switch from 5w30 to this new oil to compare. Most of the people here that do have the 0w40 in their C7s are 2019 owners and there are very few of them so far too (and they won't be able to compare a change in pressure from 5w30 either)

This is a question that will be best asked again in a few months time.

fnbrowning

Midwest update for 23 March.
Where: St. Louis, Missouri
Dealer: Weber Chevrolet, serving the area since 1902, and Elco Chevrolet.

Contacted the Service Manager at Weber. He sez Weber Chevrolet is aware of the spec change, but has not been able to order the oil. They are putting in an order next week to see if it will be fulfilled.

Contacted the Service Manager at Elco. That Service Manager knew nothing about the new 0W-40 spec.

Frosty

Mobil responded to my e-mail query and they are sticking with the schedule of 6 months before the new 0W-40 oil will be readily available outside of the dealerships. But what gave me some concern is that they did not think that Walmart will stock it as they tend to only stock oil with wide applicability in their stores. That would be a bummer for me

Gearhead Jim

As of early this week, Earnhardt Chevrolet in Chandler AZ did not have it in stock. Parts guy said his computer showed only two dealerships in the US with it in stock, one was in Florida and I don't recall the other. Looks like I'll have to use the old 5W-30 for the change next week.

Patman

That would be a huge blow for sure, as that means the price on this new oil is not going to be very good. It definitely doesn't look like we'll be finding 5 quart jugs for $25 like we can with M1 5w30.

I've been worried a lot about the fact that this new oil has such a small market when it first comes out.

Glennm27

Easy solution, stick with your 5W-30

If you don’t plan to run your car for extended periods in a high RPM range (4000-6500) then you’ll be just fine.

amuseti

The new 0W-40 is being made at a different factory and distribution center compared to their main stream oil so hence the logistics are a bit more difficult and smaller volume at the moment. It will make it's way to other retailers, but need a bit of time.

Patman

I know I'll probably be fine with either oil, and I will still see this engine hit 250,000 miles but I'm still anxious to run the new 0w40 nonetheless. As you've known for a long time, I'm a bit obsessed with motor oil and always like to try out the "latest thing". I'll have to wait and see the actual price difference once it's available though, and determine whether or not it's worth it to me in the long run to use it. I don't track the car but I do like to make full throttle blasts as often as I can. My normal 20 minute drive home from work tonight took me 2 hours because it is a nice sunny day and I wanted to drive it on some deserted back roads and "blow some carbon out"

Frosty

Mobil also said it is being specified by Mercedes. I just don't think that will be enough market for Wally World. However, I have Advanced Auto Parts and Autozone in my area. Their prices won't be as good as Walmart, but they should be better than dealerships. Plus Mobil 1 is pretty good about doing regular sales events.