Camaro This classic Pony Car, the Camaro left the lineup in 2002 and was thought to be gone forever, but is made its long-awaited return in the 2010 model year with a 300 HP V6 and a 426 HP V8 SS

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Old Sep 18, 2015 | 12:21 PM
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I know I should use 5W-30W oil in my new 2015 Camaro. My question is what brand. I have always used Pennzoil in my cars but, I was wondering if I should use something different in this one.
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Pennzoil is fine. I use Mobile 1 in my Tahoe and go by the OLMS for changes.
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Old Sep 19, 2015 | 2:01 PM
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That's good to know.
Somebody told me I should use Royal Purple Synthetic. I never heard of it.
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So the bottom line is I should use a Synthetic motor oOil as opposed to regular oil?
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I do. It costs more but it lasts longer and I think it's better.
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Do you recommend any particular oil filter?
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I use AC filter.
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your oil should be dexos approved or better to meet warranty requirements
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