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Old January 26th, 2022, 01:15 AM
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Default Re: 305 V-6 engine oil

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Originally Posted by MoscowMule View Post
Hello I'm new to this group.My wife and I just purchased a 1965 GMC C-15 with the 305E V-6 in it.We are going to restore it.We want to keep this motor in it.I'm curious what kind of oil everyone is running in there 305's ? What is the oil canister filter number you running? Thanks I advance.
Congratulations on your purchase, MM! If you treat it right, it should outlast you. These engines are capable of going over a half million miles with the right preventative maintenance. Oil changes are number one. Regarding what kind of oil, you'll get a variety of answers since everyone has their favorite. I've always used Amsoil 10W-40 synthetic oil.

My trucks use the spin-on filters, and I don't remember what the cartridge filter number is any more. I'm sure someone on the forum here can help with that though. By the way, C-15 (C-20 in your ID) is a Chevy type of model number. If your truck is a half ton, you have a model 1000. If it's a three quarter ton, you have a 1500.

We're looking forward to learning more about your truck, and seeing some photos of it.
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1962 1000 Pickup 401M & Muncie 318 with overdrive
1962 K1000 Suburban 401M & SM420
1965 2500 Suburban 351C & SM420 with Watson overdrive
1967 CM1500 pickup 351E & NP435
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