Request for DIY Oil Change info/sticky

[Burby]

Hi - it would be helpful to have a sticky covering the oil types and filter model numbers for short and long filters by brand. Also helpful would be to list socket sizes for the plug. Thanks -

 

[LT1ZOB]

I too find it a bit odd that I can't seem to find any stickies on common stuff. But I'm new here, maybe I'm missing them. Anyway, I have a 16 5.3 Tahoe. One of the easiest modern trucks when it comes to oil changes:

Filter: PF63 OR PF63e
Drain plug: 15 mil
Oil: 0 20 (I use Mobil1 full synthetic) 8qts

Don't forget to lube the 2 tie rod ends with every oil change. Just a plain grease gun (I use Lucas red grease)

 

[BigBlueLB756]

Here's a really helpful site:
http://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/

PF63F if you don't care for the e-filters.
Drain plug thread size is m12x1.75 if you want to get a magnetic drain plug.
Fumoto drain is the F-107N.

 

[Burby]

Great info thanks -

To be clear 2015 and later 5.3 engine gets 0W-20

Anyone care to fill in the blanks on filters?

AC Delco OEM - PF63e
Bosch
WIX
Fram
Mobile 1
Etc

 

[BigBlueLB756]

Using the previously cited website:
Click here for results: http://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/convert/AC-Delco/PF63

 

[dbbd1]

PF63F if you don't care for the e-filters.

What's the difference between the "e" and "f" filters?

 

[BigBlueLB756]

A picture is worth.........
This is the PF 48s. PF 63 construction similar.

And..... there's a rebate available on Mobil 1 oil now, even if you get it at wallyland:

https://apfco.com/secure/R9798W/

You're very welcome.

 

[dbbd1]

Thanks!

 

[yukonchief]

I too find it a bit odd that I can't seem to find any stickies on common stuff. But I'm new here, maybe I'm missing them. Anyway, I have a 16 5.3 Tahoe. One of the easiest modern trucks when it comes to oil changes:

Filter: PF63 OR PF63e
Drain plug: 15 mil
Oil: 0 20 (I use Mobil1 full synthetic) 8qts

Don't forget to lube the 2 tie rod ends with every oil change. Just a plain grease gun (I use Lucas red grease)

Why is it that they have to be lubed every oil change? Is this just for Tahoe? I have a 2017 Yukon 2wd

 

[LT1ZOB]

I too have a 2wd, live in a salty winter area and asked here. Seems like people answered as they did back in the old days; every oil change lube the 2 points, one on left, one on the right. I suppose you don’t have to, but since I’m playing with oil anyway during my oil change, I might as well. Don’t really get why GM has to put these two lube fittings on their trucks, while most everything else is a sealed system.

 

[HiHoeSilver]

I too have a 2wd, live in a salty winter area and asked here. Seems like people answered as they did back in the old days; every oil change lube the 2 points, one on left, one on the right. I suppose you don’t have to, but since I’m playing with oil anyway during my oil change, I might as well. Don’t really get why GM has to put these two lube fittings on their trucks, while most everything else is a sealed system.

Because they're waiting for you to replace the rest with real stuff that all has zerks on it.

 

[LT1ZOB]

^ I think the “real stuff” was no more or less reliable than we’d like to remember.

 

[yukonchief]

If you all haven’t used redline oil before I recommend this brand oil for all your auto needs. This brand has been by far the best synthetic oil I have ever used. I use it on my ram and I just bought some for my Yukon since I will be doing the first oil change here soon.

 

[BigBlueLB756]

Some comparison info:

PF63

Product Type Full-Flow Lube Spin-on

Anti-Drain Valve YES

Gasket I.D. 2.45"

Gasket O.D. 2.76"

Gasket Usage Base

Product Height 4.06"

Product I.D. 22mmx1.5mm Th'd

Product O.D. 2.98"

Relief Valve Setting PSI 9-15



PF48

Product Type Full-Flow Lube Spin-on

Anti-Drain Valve YES

Gasket I.D. 2.45"

Gasket O.D. 2.76"

Gasket Thickness .19"

Gasket Usage Base

Product Height 3.33"

Product I.D. 22mmx1.5mm Th'd

Product O.D. 3"

Relief Valve Setting PSI 9-12



The correct part number is PF63 89017525.

The PF48 oil filter will fit, but can cause the oil pressure to go low and DTC P0521 to set.

PF63 part number 89017525 is for the GEN5 V6 and V8.

 

[BigBlueLB756]

One thing that will make your oil change easier if you're willing to do a little "mod" is an oil filler extension to help keep from spilling that Mobil 1 on your engine.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-Filler-...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Since there are two tabs inside the oil fill hole at 12 and 6, you'll have to "Dremel-notch" another pathway for the tab at 12 into the new tube. Compare it to your oil fill cap to see where it should be cut.

 

[dbbd1]

^ Neat trick, thanks.

 

[LT1ZOB]

One thing that will make your oil change easier if you're willing to do a little "mod" is an oil filler extension to help keep from spilling that Mobil 1 on your engine.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-Filler-Tube-12559505/263258467235?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Since there are two tabs inside the oil fill hole at 12 and 6, you'll have to "Dremel-notch" another pathway for the tab at 12 into the new tube. Compare it to your oil fill cap to see where it should be cut.
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A million thanks. I don’t have many complaints about my Tahoe, but at 5’8, I feel I need to be a pro basketball player to reach the idiotically placed dipstick and oil cap. This helps tremendously, at least with the cap

 

[cmatt]

I like the RP 20-500 oil filter. It’s longer than the factory filter.

Royal Purple 20-500 Extended Life Premium Oil Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004A61MAC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_iF.iDbGHHZNBF


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