Advice on Oil, Spark Plugs, Etc..
03-28-2009, 08:56 PM
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Advice on Oil, Spark Plugs, Etc.. Ok guys..I just recently bought my first LS1 and gonna start doing some basic maintenance on it. I was told the car had Synthetic Oil (MOBIL 1) put in the car. But just got some questions. I have been reading about SEAFOAMING, and the car now has 71K on the odometer, and Just thought maybe I should do it to see what it could change/Clean-out. So do u think this should be done or not? Good or Bad Problems doing this? Also Im gonna Change the oil, but Should I stay with M1 or look at Royal Purple?? Is one better than the other? Finally I am also thinking about changing out the plugs??What are the best to go with?? I am not sure what is in there now.. Any advice and suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I just don't wanna run into any problems or damage anything.
Also Should there be any other things I should check or consider to do at the mileage im at now?
Also Should there be any other things I should check or consider to do at the mileage im at now?
03-28-2009, 09:30 PM
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i wouldnt seafoam it.. why take the chance of breaking up a bunch of gunk in your engine and having it clog your lifters and stuff up?
im against using seafoam in the oil unless you have a major problem that would require tearing the engine down to replace (like a severely clogged lifter)
but thats just my opinion..
its basically the same reason why people do not recommend getting a high mileage transmission flushed.. it breaks up all of the crud that is taking up the gaps inside, removes it so you have an even bigger gap and increases your wear.
im against using seafoam in the oil unless you have a major problem that would require tearing the engine down to replace (like a severely clogged lifter)
but thats just my opinion..
its basically the same reason why people do not recommend getting a high mileage transmission flushed.. it breaks up all of the crud that is taking up the gaps inside, removes it so you have an even bigger gap and increases your wear.
03-28-2009, 09:58 PM
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Ok guys..I just recently bought my first LS1 and gonna start doing some basic maintenance on it. I was told the car had Synthetic Oil (MOBIL 1) put in the car. But just got some questions. I have been reading about SEAFOAMING, and the car now has 71K on the odometer, and Just thought maybe I should do it to see what it could change/Clean-out. So do u think this should be done or not? Good or Bad Problems doing this? Also Im gonna Change the oil, but Should I stay with M1 or look at Royal Purple?? Is one better than the other? Finally I am also thinking about changing out the plugs??What are the best to go with?? I am not sure what is in there now.. Any advice and suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I just don't wanna run into any problems or damage anything.
Also Should there be any other things I should check or consider to do at the mileage im at now?
Also Should there be any other things I should check or consider to do at the mileage im at now?
03-28-2009, 11:32 PM
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Ok guys..I just recently bought my first LS1 and gonna start doing some basic maintenance on it. I was told the car had Synthetic Oil (MOBIL 1) put in the car. But just got some questions. I have been reading about SEAFOAMING, and the car now has 71K on the odometer, and Just thought maybe I should do it to see what it could change/Clean-out. So do u think this should be done or not? Good or Bad Problems doing this?
Also Im gonna Change the oil, but Should I stay with M1 or look at Royal Purple?? Is one better than the other?
I use 20W50 regular oil. South Florida.
I know very few people that use synthetic oil around here. So, to each his own.
Finally I am also thinking about changing out the plugs??What are the best to go with??
Also Should there be any other things I should check or consider to do at the mileage im at now?
Run a full can of Sea Foam through a 1/2-3/4 tank of gas. THEN.....change your fuel filter.
Do the top end engine cleaning with a can of Sea Foam. Use the entire can. Brake booster hose method is good. Don't bother trying to spray a can into the intake, it doesn't do anything.
Check the radiator coolant, see if it needs a flush. 71K is a good time.
03-29-2009, 12:18 AM
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A couple things:
1) I believe that the last owner of my new Camaro said he put M1 Synthetic. would it be bad or good if I drained that to put in like Castrol GSX or something regular.
2)I don't know why I feel nervous about Seafoaming my Camaro(MY last car, my mustang I would sea-foam ever other oil change, and never had a problem), but maybe its cause of it being a different style car and has ALOT more mods. So Im just guessing that I Should take a pass on this or Should it really be done? I would Sea-Foam the car before I change the oil, That also what I use to do with my Mustang.
3)I will probably do the Sea-foam(whole can) in my gas tank. But where can I find info to locate the fuel filter. I have an Idea where it is but just thought I would ask? Or is there a How 2, for showing how to replace them?
1) I believe that the last owner of my new Camaro said he put M1 Synthetic. would it be bad or good if I drained that to put in like Castrol GSX or something regular.
2)I don't know why I feel nervous about Seafoaming my Camaro(MY last car, my mustang I would sea-foam ever other oil change, and never had a problem), but maybe its cause of it being a different style car and has ALOT more mods. So Im just guessing that I Should take a pass on this or Should it really be done? I would Sea-Foam the car before I change the oil, That also what I use to do with my Mustang.
3)I will probably do the Sea-foam(whole can) in my gas tank. But where can I find info to locate the fuel filter. I have an Idea where it is but just thought I would ask? Or is there a How 2, for showing how to replace them?
03-29-2009, 12:23 AM
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A couple things:
1) I believe that the last owner of my new Camaro said he put M1 Synthetic. would it be bad or good if I drained that to put in like Castrol GSX or something regular.
2)I don't know why I feel nervous about Seafoaming my Camaro(MY last car, my mustang I would sea-foam ever other oil change, and never had a problem), but maybe its cause of it being a different style car and has ALOT more mods. So Im just guessing that I Should take a pass on this or Should it really be done? I would Sea-Foam the car before I change the oil, That also what I use to do with my Mustang.
3)I will probably do the Sea-foam(whole can) in my gas tank. But where can I find info to locate the fuel filter. I have an Idea where it is but just thought I would ask? Or is there a How 2, for showing how to replace them?
1) I believe that the last owner of my new Camaro said he put M1 Synthetic. would it be bad or good if I drained that to put in like Castrol GSX or something regular.
2)I don't know why I feel nervous about Seafoaming my Camaro(MY last car, my mustang I would sea-foam ever other oil change, and never had a problem), but maybe its cause of it being a different style car and has ALOT more mods. So Im just guessing that I Should take a pass on this or Should it really be done? I would Sea-Foam the car before I change the oil, That also what I use to do with my Mustang.
3)I will probably do the Sea-foam(whole can) in my gas tank. But where can I find info to locate the fuel filter. I have an Idea where it is but just thought I would ask? Or is there a How 2, for showing how to replace them?
Jack the driver side rear tire up, you'll see the fuel filter attached to the frame right in front of that rear tire. Looks like a black short coke can. Taking it off is easy, takes 5 minutes to change it out.
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03-29-2009, 12:45 AM
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When you change the fuel filter remove your fuel pump fuse from the fuse box and start the car. This will relieve most of the pressure. I had some pressure spray out still but this usually makes it better. Also remove the gas cap and break the seal.
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Isn't there a schrader valve on the fuel line that you can relieve pressure from, like where you would attach the fuel pressure gauge? You'd just have to put some rags around it to catch the the gas that comes out.
03-29-2009, 09:24 AM
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Everything you need to know about replacing the fuel filter:
http://www.installuniversity.com/ins...sity/index.htm
http://www.installuniversity.com/ins...sity/index.htm
03-30-2009, 11:31 PM
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I still am not sure if I should Sea-Foam the car. Also, not sure if I should just use regular Castrol GSX and not put in Mobil 1 again for new oil.
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This link has every pro, con, debate, arguement, precaution and side effect of Seafoam. All of your answers are there...
https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...-your-car.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...-your-car.html
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There is no need to use an engine flush or to Seafoam your car. You just got it, you don't know anything about it, and to simply start doing stuff because somebody else told you is begging for trouble. Spend your time reading through all the back posts, look stuff up in Google, and take your time to know WHY you want to do what people are telling you to do. Then you can decide for yourself. People can be pretty bossy, and the way they have done things for (various days/years/decades) is the best/only way to do things. 
NGK plugs are good. Take a good look at your plug wires. Any big name oil in a 5w-30 is good, as is any big name filter except Fram. Synthetic is up to you, but find out why you want it first. 3k to 5k mile oil changes are normal. The big thing is that you DO change your oil and filter regularly!
As for other things to maintain...first thing to do is get a maintenance book. Chiltons or Haynes. Check your brake pads for wear, check your discs for cracks or blueing, check your brake fluid, change your tranny fluid and filter, change your diff lube (don't forget the friction modifier), check your air filter, get a flush/fill for your coolant (stick w/Dexcool if your car still has it and it isn't all full of brown junk), the fuel filter change was a good idea (along with some fuel system cleaner). Take a close look at your serpentine belt. It may need replacement and is probably one of the easier things to do.
NGK plugs are good. Take a good look at your plug wires. Any big name oil in a 5w-30 is good, as is any big name filter except Fram. Synthetic is up to you, but find out why you want it first. 3k to 5k mile oil changes are normal. The big thing is that you DO change your oil and filter regularly!
As for other things to maintain...first thing to do is get a maintenance book. Chiltons or Haynes. Check your brake pads for wear, check your discs for cracks or blueing, check your brake fluid, change your tranny fluid and filter, change your diff lube (don't forget the friction modifier), check your air filter, get a flush/fill for your coolant (stick w/Dexcool if your car still has it and it isn't all full of brown junk), the fuel filter change was a good idea (along with some fuel system cleaner). Take a close look at your serpentine belt. It may need replacement and is probably one of the easier things to do.
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04-02-2009, 03:06 PM
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There is no need to use an engine flush or to Seafoam your car. You just got it, you don't know anything about it, and to simply start doing stuff because somebody else told you is begging for trouble. Spend your time reading through all the back posts, look stuff up in Google, and take your time to know WHY you want to do what people are telling you to do. Then you can decide for yourself. People can be pretty bossy, and the way they have done things for (various days/years/decades) is the best/only way to do things.
NGK plugs are good. Take a good look at your plug wires. Any big name oil in a 5w-30 is good, as is any big name filter except Fram. Synthetic is up to you, but find out why you want it first. 3k to 5k mile oil changes are normal. The big thing is that you DO change your oil and filter regularly!
As for other things to maintain...first thing to do is get a maintenance book. Chiltons or Haynes. Check your brake pads for wear, check your discs for cracks or blueing, check your brake fluid, change your tranny fluid and filter, change your diff lube (don't forget the friction modifier), check your air filter, get a flush/fill for your coolant (stick w/Dexcool if your car still has it and it isn't all full of brown junk), the fuel filter change was a good idea (along with some fuel system cleaner). Take a close look at your serpentine belt. It may need replacement and is probably one of the easier things to do.
NGK plugs are good. Take a good look at your plug wires. Any big name oil in a 5w-30 is good, as is any big name filter except Fram. Synthetic is up to you, but find out why you want it first. 3k to 5k mile oil changes are normal. The big thing is that you DO change your oil and filter regularly!
As for other things to maintain...first thing to do is get a maintenance book. Chiltons or Haynes. Check your brake pads for wear, check your discs for cracks or blueing, check your brake fluid, change your tranny fluid and filter, change your diff lube (don't forget the friction modifier), check your air filter, get a flush/fill for your coolant (stick w/Dexcool if your car still has it and it isn't all full of brown junk), the fuel filter change was a good idea (along with some fuel system cleaner). Take a close look at your serpentine belt. It may need replacement and is probably one of the easier things to do.
Ok cool..Thanks alot for the info. The guy I actually bought the car from he gave me a Haynes Manual. but ya I will start with doing those Basic maintenance things first.
04-11-2009, 02:54 PM
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you will see small bottles of it around the gear oil section of your parts store
its usually called lsd additive or something like that
