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Originally Posted by stashu
I have a 07 Silverado V8. I only put on about 15 miles per day, because I live so close to work. I understand that short trips are not good for the engine. I have 700 miles on it and will change it around 1000. Do you think a Synthetic oil would be better for my use?--short trips and all?---I wonder if Chevy recommends it??.
I was thinking of Valvoline Syn. 5/30 or just use Castrol GTX and change it more often??
Thanks in advance!!
Stashu
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The problem is when the trip is so short that the engine does not reach operating temp. 15 miles should be OK. Personally, I would recommend a good syn oil. Take your pick.
On my 2000 Yukon, I changed the oil at 1000, then again at 4000 before switching to syn. I wanted to be sure the engine was broken in before the switch. Not sure if it made a difference waiting until 4000.
Others may have a different opinion of when to switch.
//2000CAYukon