Oil and Spark Plug Change
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From: Deltona, FL
Oil and Spark Plug Change Okay first let me note that I worked as a mechanic years ago. Before Synthetics and before 93+ Camaros. Damn I am old..
Anyways, I am not sure if the previous owner used Synthetic or normal oil. I have heard that switching to Synth can cause oil leaks and such. Is there any way to tell what had been used? Or am I safe to use a quality standard oil, as long as I keep it changed regularly? If it is best to use a non-synth oil, what brand is advised?
Question 2: I would like to change the spark plugs at this time also. I've read about some people drilling a hole in the wheel well. I would rather not go this route. Are there any good tutorials, with pics perhaps, that detail changing the plugs. Additionally, what plugs would be recommended?
Back in my day K&N's were the thing to do as far as air filters go. I dont subscribe to the theory it would gain any hp, but do they not filter out contaminents better than conventional filters? Again, recommendations?
Any other PM items I missed please let me know. FYI it is a 2001 Z28 Automatic with 84k miles. The car seems to be well taken care of, but I want to establish a base to go from as far as PM'ing the vehicle.
Thanks..
Greg
Anyways, I am not sure if the previous owner used Synthetic or normal oil. I have heard that switching to Synth can cause oil leaks and such. Is there any way to tell what had been used? Or am I safe to use a quality standard oil, as long as I keep it changed regularly? If it is best to use a non-synth oil, what brand is advised?
Question 2: I would like to change the spark plugs at this time also. I've read about some people drilling a hole in the wheel well. I would rather not go this route. Are there any good tutorials, with pics perhaps, that detail changing the plugs. Additionally, what plugs would be recommended?
Back in my day K&N's were the thing to do as far as air filters go. I dont subscribe to the theory it would gain any hp, but do they not filter out contaminents better than conventional filters? Again, recommendations?
Any other PM items I missed please let me know. FYI it is a 2001 Z28 Automatic with 84k miles. The car seems to be well taken care of, but I want to establish a base to go from as far as PM'ing the vehicle.
Thanks..
Greg
Most people here like NGK spark plugs. As far as changing them, the driver's side are a piece of cake, but the #8 on the passenger side is a different story. Your best bet is to remove the coil packs on that side or to take it out from underneath your car. About the air filter....most here will recommend a Fram filter.
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NGK Iridiums will be fine & should last longer than copper TR55's which are also good plugs. Switching to synthetic oil should not cause any problems. 10w-30 would be just the ticket for you in Florida. I have always used the Fram air filters in my 2 LS1 engined cars.
Les
Les
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I am also in florida and just switched to Castrol Syntech 0w30, no complaints so far. I also got way better oil pressure, which is always good.
For the Oil Filter I chose Mobil 1 M1-206 (It fits, its just a little longer so it holds more oil and flows better than the M1-106)
As far as Air Filters you can't go wrong with K&N, I would think most of the people on this board would agree.
Also the following link is from install university where the rated the Oil Filters they thought were best.
http://installuniversity.com/install...oil_change.htm
For the Oil Filter I chose Mobil 1 M1-206 (It fits, its just a little longer so it holds more oil and flows better than the M1-106)
As far as Air Filters you can't go wrong with K&N, I would think most of the people on this board would agree.
Also the following link is from install university where the rated the Oil Filters they thought were best.
http://installuniversity.com/install...oil_change.htm
I changed my plugs just this week, They were pretty simple till I got to the #8. I couldnt get the thing to break loose from on top. I ended breaking my swivle extention instead. It looks like it would be easier to pull the plug from underneth the car. Just be prepaired for some sore and scratched up hands when you finish.
I used NGK TR-55s in my car with MSD wires, they are working great so far
I used NGK TR-55s in my car with MSD wires, they are working great so far
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Thanks for all the input guys.. I hit DAP this weekend and picked up the K&N an installed it. That's the easy part. This weekend will be full of activities with the 4th and all. Red Hot Boom baby!!! I will hit the plugs next week!
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Yeah I really need to do plugs ASAP my car is idling like crap... But everyone is saying its easy until #8 which shouldnt be that bad from under the car.
I guess I will get to use my new set of rhino ramps again :-)
I guess I will get to use my new set of rhino ramps again :-)
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Originally Posted by Z28Venom
Like they said..
Don't even bother tryin to get that 8 plug from the top of the car. Get it up in the air, and it'll take 5 min.
I also run a FRAM filter..
Don't even bother tryin to get that 8 plug from the top of the car. Get it up in the air, and it'll take 5 min.
I also run a FRAM filter..
http://groups.msn.com/OldMansWs6/sho...to&PhotoID=100
I have tried a K&n and a Holly Powershot. Both a waste of money. Went back to Fram paper filter.
get a holly powershot and u dont ahve to use that shitty gasket k&n has. get some tr55's. i got my number 8 from up top when i couldnt go to work to get it. and use synthetic but if i were u 5/30 would be the kind to use. that is the only recommendation on our motors, there is no temp recommendation in the manuals i have at work. there may be but i havent seen any. we change synthetic and regular in and out every day, all that stuff is is myth in my mind