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I know that many of you use and recommend Mobile 1 for your cars. I have been told that for some time the Corvette has come with Mobile 1 from the factory and even has a 'Use Mobile 1' oil filler cap. Since the LS1 engine in the 2002 SS is supposed to be the same engine as in the Corvette, my question is this: does the 2002 SS come with Mobile 1 from the factory? I can't find anything on the engine or in the Owner's Manual that says what kind of oil it comes with or what brand to use. It just says to use 5-30w unless you are in a really cold area and then it is OK to use 0-30w.
I also understand that there are advantages to both synthetic and 'dino' oils. I had used a blended oil in my '95 Impala SS for several years and seemed to have good results. It also made the engine quieter at idle than the one time I tried an all-synthetic oil.
I don't want to start an 'oil war' here, just mainly wondering what kind of oil my new car has in it now.
Thanks,
-------------------- SSteve Wiltsie SSOA Member M02-3311 2002 35th Anniversary SS LE Conv. Stock except for: K&N filter; tinted windows; Mark's caliper decals 2003 100th Anniversary H-D V-Rod Life... This is NOT a drill
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I'm not sure if my SS came with "dino" oil from the factory or synthetic. I changed over to Mobil 1 at 1000 miles and will stick with it. The dealer gave me a Mobil 1 oil cap with the car.
Good luck, Andy
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Wife & Best Friend Mary - copilot. Posts: 5558 | From: Windsor, Ontario. Canada | Registered: Feb 2000
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