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Old Jul 26, 2018 | 02:16 PM
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Default Procharged C7, what engine oil?

I have a dilemma. I need an oil change but cannot find that sweet 0w-40 soup anywhere. This would be my preferred choice but I can't get it so... oh well.

I have a procharger in my C7 now and mainly use it for abuse on the road and autoX.

Should I drop in the regular dexos 5w 30 or the old track spec oil?(whatever that is)

I ask mainly because temps get pretty high with this blower on!
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I am running this stuff. 5W-40 Dexos 2 certified. I believe this is better for hot summer driving than the 5W-30... and probably just as good or better than the new Mobil 1 0W-40, unless you drive in winter.

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I am running this stuff. 5W-40 Dexos 2 certified. I believe this is better for hot summer driving than the 5W-30... and probably just as good or better than the new Mobil 1 0W-40, unless you drive in winter.

https://www.amazon.com/Valvoline-5W-...ne+5w-40&psc=1

Hmm... Damn I wish GM and Mobil1 would just get the new spec out wide...
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I am running this stuff. 5W-40 Dexos 2 certified. I believe this is better for hot summer driving than the 5W-30... and probably just as good or better than the new Mobil 1 0W-40, unless you drive in winter.

https://www.amazon.com/Valvoline-5W-...ne+5w-40&psc=1

Hmm... Damn I wish GM and Mobil1 would just get the new spec out wide...
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I run year round 15w-50. But I track mine. And in Texas it doesnt get too cold nor for too long.
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