Alright, so I would like to change my own oil for the first time, but I am going to need some help from you guys. Sorry if some of these are noob questions, I know we have a how-to on oil change, but it is for the SS; and when you seach 'oil change' you get nothing. So here it goes:

1) Is this the filter I should use? http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...P1671C193.aspx It is part number PF457G, but my manual says to use PF456G.

2) Will I need to jack my car up? If so, what is a good brand to get?

3) Where is the best place to buy oil?

4) The how-to says I need a 1 1/4" socket and a 1/2" drive ratchet, Is this what I need for my 2.2?

5) Any other tips would be helpful... like not to forget to buy an oil pan.

Thanks Guys!

 

No one has any answers?

 

(changing the oil is no different between the SS and base models.. the supercharged one is more difficult because the supercharger is in the way during the oil filter removal/replacement)

Make a trip to your local Auto parts store (autozone, murrays, Advance, etc..)

Get some ramps like these


ask them to make sure you have the right filter
Get 6 quarts of 5W30 in the brand that you like most
Get a drain pan like this



Then just take the used oil back to the auto parts store so they can dispose of it...

 

Thanks man! Are ramps the better way to go?

 

the ratchet and drive should be the same, if i'm not wrong we all have the canister filters. not sure on the filter, go to your local autoparts store, and look throught the book next to all the oil filters, find your vehicle model and engine, it will list the compatable filters. i suggest acdelco if you can find them.

as for oil itself, look around, they all sell the same stuff, usually very little difference in price.

jack brand? just go to autozone or similar and get the set with two jackstands. yes, you need to jack it up to drain the oil. make sure you look up how much oil you'll need, it's in the owners manual.

yes, you'll need an oil pan, and something to put it inot, because you need to dispose of the used oil properly, it's considered hazardous waste.

i can't think of anything else, GOOD LUCK!

 

Ramps are what i use for oil changes.. its quicker

but if you prefer jacking it up, use a nice jack and be sure its securely placed on jackstands before going underneath!!!!!!! do not go under it without it being on Jackstands or ramps... Never trust a JACK alone! (another reason i use ramps.. its usually safer)

 

true^ forgot about ramps, i just mentioned the jacks cuz oyu can use them for other diy projects.

 

Thanks guys! Do you recommend any brand of oil?

 

Penzoil

 

really, if your going to change it every 3000-5000 miles.. any decent brand will work fine

Stay away from the ULTRA cheap brands though..

 

ROYAL PURPLE

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lol.. it really doesnt matter.. its all a matter of opinion and most oils are still have quite a bit of life left when you drain them..

All good syntheic oils are overkill for 3000 mile oil changes

if you are a diehard fan for a single brand you have been a victim of good marketing..

so dont worry just pick something decent..

 

If you have long arms you can reach in from just in front of the passenger's side tire and remove the drain plug without raising the car. Need strong hands for this since there is no room for leverage. Oh, and a shallow drain pan.

 

haha, dude it's better to just get it up in the air. why struggle if you don't have to. work smarter, not harder.

 

I usually get two 2x4s and put them under one side, drive up on them. That elevates the car enough to get the leverage necessary.

 

Yeah don't forget you are going to need to get a filter cap adapter... Yeah changing the oil on the SS Supercharged's are a bitch! At least you will have an easier time than we do...

 

Where in metro detroit are you?

 

i wish i could use ramps...im just too low haha i just push them with my bumper if i try.

 

I dunno, I like my method; its 100% safe and much faster and easier. Also, I hate ramps.

 

I live in Canton during the weekends, and I live, work, and go to school in Dearborn during the week.

I have a friend that lives in Howell, and one of my aunt and uncles live right off or Wright Road, and D-19 like a couple houses from the new Howell high school...

 

LS motors are only 5 quarts of oil. dont over fill, it causes problems.
buy a 5 quart jug they are so much easier to deal with.

 

I know exactly where that is, I live off d19.

UM dearborn? I'm at kettering in flint.

 

yeah I'm at U of M-Dearborn.... Kettering? Nice, know some people that go there too. Great engineering program I hear. Haha well IDK, if you know a guy named Brad Hill, graduated from Howell High in 05... he rolls around in a orange Grand Am GT Coupe, haha I don't know how many of those are around in Howell but if you see one give it a hard time for me ok????

Well I'm trying to get a bunch of people on here together for the Woodward Dream Cruise this Aug. As of now the date we're planning on getting together is Friday Aug 15th day before the main cruise also got a post on here about it as well. PM me or check it out if you are interested.

 

Name sounds familiar...real familiar, but not sure. I'll keep an eye out. Moving back to flint today and won't be back in Howell for a month or two so who knows.

As far as the cruise, I'm real busy at school with fraternity stuff on weekends, but if it's free I'll hit you up.

 

^ Cool Cool. yeah if you're around let me know.