[From the other side]

I've got about a grand showing on my odometer, should I change the oil now or just wait for 3k?

 

[BULLITT3230]

My practice with a new engine is to change oil after the first 500 miles. This helps to cleanse all the prelubes used during assembly as well as helping to insure any metal shavings are flushed. After that you can go the 3000 routine.

 

[mystang99]

ditto that.
did my 1st change at 500 miles
2nd one at 3500 miles!

 

[Dennis]

I did my first on this car at 650 miles, with the recommended dinosaur 5W-20 and filter from Walmart...total to do it myself was $12....A bargain for the peace of mind it gives you! After another change at 1,500 and 3,000 I'll switch to Mobil 1 synthetic (5W30).

 

[jpmeade]

Dennis, Any reason for waiting till 3000 miles to switch to Mobil1? All new Corvettes come from the factory with Mobil1. BlackBullitt#1768

 

[Jimmy Ray]

Good question!!!!

 

[Mid Life Crisis #388]

Waited till 6000 before switching to synthetic on mine. Needs to break in first to make sure everything is seated.

 

[TXBullitt]

Did my 1st at 886 miles switching to Mobil 1, 5W30.

 

[BULLITT3230]

Things may have changed, but when syn first came out the industry recommended not to use until after break in because the oil was so slick that the rings wouldn't seat

 

[Jimmy Ray]

I never had the problem of 2 much lube....

 

[BULLITT3230]

so that's the secret to Twostang and the three finger trick

 

[Jimmy Ray]

I think so maybe?

 

[TwoStangWmn]

Oh #3230 Kurt! I read that! A little lube never hurt anyone! :wink:

Vicki

 

[BULLITT3230]

what's that other drinkin' song....
slip sliddin' away