Which oil is better??

[Williy]

willy

 

[5030]

Here we go again.....uck.

 

[dadohead]

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2) 5W30 Amsoil Signature Series 100% Synthetic, has no certification labels, but claims it can be used in applications that require GM dexos1-Gen2, ILSAC GF-6A, API SP = 141,851 psi
This oil was tested in Spring 2021.
zinc = TBD
phos = TBD
moly = TBD

148) 5W30 Royal Purple API SN synthetic = 84,009 psi
zinc = 942 ppm
phos = 817 ppm
moly = 0 ppm

 

[Bearsixty7]

I've seen many different tests over the the last 20-30 years and Amsoil usually comes out on top and if not, it's second. No other oil ever tests that well across a battery of tests.

It's why when someone asks what's the best oil for xxxx, I have no hesitation saying Amsoil.

I have used Amsoil for 20-30 years in everything, 2-stroke oil (Actually passed the tests at 200:1 or 300:1 ratio but the engineers decided no one would believe them so they just called it 100:1), Diesel and Gasoline fuel treatments, greases and obviously oils and filters for Jeeps, cars, Diesel pickups, multiple ATV's, Zero Turn mowers, Push mower, Pressure Washer, Edger.

 

[coobie]

willy

YANMAR oil is the best.

 

[Doughknob]

Wal-mart oil has always worked for me. Never an issue. Engines always work. I take the savings, invest them, and come out ahead in the end.....

 

[dadohead]

YANMAR oil is the best.

Lol

What is stunning is the WORST oil on 540 Rat's list... and how bad it is!

 

[Bearsixty7]

Wal-mart oil has always worked for me. Never an issue. Engines always work. I take the savings, invest them, and come out ahead in the end.....

Not necessarily. Amsoil synthetic can be ran a lot longer than the non-synthetic oils and even longer than many other synthetic brands.

"Guaranteed protection for up to 25,000 miles or 1 year" for many Amsoil motor oils.

Amsoil doesn't cost much more per quart/gallon if you're a Dealer or Preferred Customer (PC) so actually over 1 year you can save more money using Amsoil, even factoring the cost to be a PC.

Then there's the added benefit of knowing you have the best protection available for you engines if you use them in high temperatures or very cold climates.

 

[Williy]

coobie Yanmar 15w40 is not for the YT2 or YT3 tractors
Prune juice is the best! If you don't believe me you can
even drink it its so GOOD!

willy

 

[coobie]

coobie Yanmar 15w40 is not for the YT2 or YT3 tractors
Prune juice is the best! If you don't believe me you can
even drink it its so GOOD!

willy

I will stick with Rotella syn. oil and pass on the juice.

 

[tibadoe]

In my book, if the oil meets the manufactures specifications - you good.

 

[kenmac]

I've seen many different tests over the the last 20-30 years and Amsoil usually comes out on top and if not, it's second. No other oil ever tests that well across a battery of tests.

It's why when someone asks what's the best oil for xxxx, I have no hesitation saying Amsoil.

I have used Amsoil for 20-30 years in everything, 2-stroke oil (Actually passed the tests at 200:1 or 300:1 ratio but the engineers decided no one would believe them so they just called it 100:1), Diesel and Gasoline fuel treatments, greases and obviously oils and filters for Jeeps, cars, Diesel pickups, multiple ATV's, Zero Turn mowers, Push mower, Pressure Washer, Edger.

yep. Go buy wally world 2 stroke oil. Mix it @100:1 run it in your favorite 2 stroke engine, and post what happens next !

 

[Doughknob]

"Guaranteed protection for up to 25,000 miles or 1 year" for many Amsoil motor oils.

Can you show where this is?

 

[dodge man]

No doubt Amsoil oil is good. I was buying it for several years but quit a while ago. It does cost more. I always felt their guarantee was a little hollow. It would be hard to collect on.

 

[Bearsixty7]

Can you show where this is?

https://www.amsoil.com/c/gasoline-motor-oil/3/

You can see it on all of the "Signature" top tier oils.

They do offer lower cost "XL" (good for 12,000 miles or 1 year) and "OE" oils but once you understand the differences, why bother with them. They are actually designed to be attractive for new customers to try Amsoil.

 

[Bearsixty7]

Now as far as diesel engine oils, All the new DEF and DPF systems cause a lot of diesel oil wash and other issues. but for pre 2007 diesels they still offer extended capabilities with https://www.amsoil.com/p/sae-15w-40-heavy-duty-diesel-and-marine-oil-ame/

Diesel Engine Service
Three times (3X) OEM* recommendation, not to exceed 50,000 miles/600 hours or one year, whichever comes first. Drain intervals may be extended further with oil analysis

 

[Bearsixty7]

yep. Go buy wally world 2 stroke oil. Mix it @100:1 run it in your favorite 2 stroke engine, and post what happens next !

Why? I have no expectation that it would last with wally world oil or any other 2 stroke oil.

Now with the Amsoil 2 stroke oil, I have no problem mixing it 100:1 and running for just as long as any other mix. I have been running an Echo weedeater with it for about 10 years and it runs great and starts easily.

 

[kenmac]

Why? I have no expectation that it would last with wally world oil or any other 2 stroke oil.

Never mind !

 

[jyoutz]

Not necessarily. Amsoil synthetic can be ran a lot longer than the non-synthetic oils and even longer than many other synthetic brands.

"Guaranteed protection for up to 25,000 miles or 1 year" for many Amsoil motor oils.

Amsoil doesn't cost much more per quart/gallon if you're a Dealer or Preferred Customer (PC) so actually over 1 year you can save more money using Amsoil, even factoring the cost to be a PC.

Then there's the added benefit of knowing you have the best protection available for you engines if you use them in high temperatures or very cold climates.

Walmart sells super-tec synthetic oil. Every brand has synthetic options nowadays. Amsoil isn’t special anymore.

 

[jyoutz]

yep. Go buy wally world 2 stroke oil. Mix it @100:1 run it in your favorite 2 stroke engine, and post what happens next !

You usually mix it 50 to 1, not 100 to 1.