Engine oil

[1930]

I’ve read that once synthetic oil is used there’s no turning back to a conventional?
Any truth to this?

I want to start running this in my B6100 and my L 2501 with the cost of Rotella synthetic oil getting so high

 

[Tinhack]

Synthetics contain different detergents, seal-swellers, and other additives, but there's nothing there preventing you from going back to normal oil.

Synthetic oil is a man-made lubricant created through chemical modification or synthesis of various materials, primarily petroleum-based components. While it can be derived from crude oil, it's distinguished by its highly refined, controlled molecular structure and the addition of specific additives to enhance performance.

 

[RayIN]

Years go a man wrote this article with help from several oil companies. I think you''ll find it interesting. At the time of writing, he included links to substantiate everything he wrote.
Synthetic oils_aren't???

 

[Fugawi69]

I’ve read that once synthetic oil is used there’s no turning back to a conventional?
Any truth to this?

I want to start running this in my B6100 and my L 2501 with the cost of Rotella synthetic oil getting so high

Nothing wrong with Rotella T4, it will do a good job.

 

[5030]

T4 is a semi synthetic btw. I like the T6 simply because it flows easier in cold temps which makes starting a cold motor easier. I use T6 in everything from the lawnmowers to the generators to the motorcycles. I get mine in bulk from my supplier. The more you buy at one time, the less it costs so I get mine in 55 gallon drums.

 

[RayIN]

T4 is a semi synthetic btw. I like the T6 simply because it flows easier in cold temps which makes starting a cold motor easier. I use T6 in everything from the lawnmowers to the generators to the motorcycles. I get mine in bulk from my supplier. The more you buy at one time, the less it costs so I get mine in 55 gallon drums.

Ya, most people think it's only for diesel engines; in reality it's made to withstand higher temperatures and contains an additive to keep soot in suspension instead of caking in low spots.
I shoulda been buying in bulk too, my Cummins ISC engine in the MH takes 7 gallons for an oil change.

 

[Midniteoyl]

Rotella T6 is $25/gal at Tractor Supply.. And $23.50 at Walmart.

Of course T4 is $18 and $16, respectfully.

 

[1930]

Rotella T6 is $25/gal at Tractor Supply.. And $23.50 at Walmart.

Of course T4 is $18 and $16, respectfully.

I understand you get what you pay for typically but Walmart just recently had it for just under 14.00 gallon

 

[Midniteoyl]

I understand you get what you pay for typically but Walmart just recently had it for just under 14.00 gallon

The T6? Did I miss that deal, dang it?

 

[nyone]

Rotella T6 is $25/gal at Tractor Supply.. And $23.50 at Walmart.

Of course T4 is $18 and $16, respectfully.

Is it really worth saving less than $10?

Btw rotella is doing there rebate now. Check there website.