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Synthetic Motor Oil
First to develope an API-rated 100 percent synthetic motor oil.

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AMSOIL Introduces OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil

Based on the same concept, new AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OED) offers high-quality protection and performance for original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain intervals at an initial price comparable with other standard-drain synthetic diesel oils.

OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil meets API CJ-4 specifications and is suitable for modern and older, on- and off-road diesel applications.  It is an excellent entry-level product for customers who want to move up to synthetic quality, but won’t pay a significantly higher price than a conventional oil or aren’t initially interested in extending their drain intervals. 

OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is ideal for those applications excluded from the extended drain interval recommendations of Premium API CJ-4 Synthetic Diesel Oil due to persistent fuel dilution issues, including 2007 to present light-duty GM, Ford and Dodge diesel pickups and 2007 to 2009 Caterpillar C13 and C15 on-highway engines.  It exceeds the higher performance demands of modern engines and withstands the stress of heat, soot and acids to help prevent deposits, wear and corrosion.

Meets Emission System Requirements

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is a low-sulfated ash formulation that nmeets the requirements for low-emission quality diesel oil and protects under the most severe conditions found in modern diesel engines.  It is a compatible with all exhaust treatment devices and is designed for engines equipped with diesel particulate filters (DPF).

 Applications

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is recommended for diesel engines and, where appropriate, gasoline engines requiring any of the following specifications:

·         API CJ-4+, SM…

·         ACEA E9

·         DDC 93K218

·         Cummins CES 20081

·         MB 228.31

·         CAT ECF-3, ECF-2, ECF-1a

·         Mack EO-O Plus

·         Volvo VDS-4

·         MAN 3575

·         Renault RLD-3

·         MTU Type 2.1

Extreme –Temperature Performance

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated for improved heat and oxidation resistance over conventional petroleum oil for cleaner engine operation.  It maintains power and fuel efficiency for superior engine performance.  OE Diesel Oil’s dependable cold-temperature flow assures easier startup and improved post-startup protection.

 Resists Oil Consumption and Emissions

Due to its low rate of volatility (burn-off).  AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is able to reduce oil consumption and emissions.  It maintains film strength even during high temperature operating conditions to ensure dependable protection, performance and fuel efficiency.

 Controls Soot-Thickening and Wear

AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated with premium synthetic base stocks and robust detergent/dispersant additives that keep soot particles from agglomerating and forming larger wear-causing particles.  It allows for optimal soot-related viscosity control to maintain stay-in grade performance.

 Article: AMSOIL Magazine:  AMSOIL INTRODUCES OE 15W-40 SYNTHETIC DIESEL OIL, June 2011

Interested in buying AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OED)?   Need to look up AMSOIL products for your vehicle – use our product guide.    Having questions?  Please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you in any way we can.  Thank you for your interest and have a God blessed day!

Three Primary Factors are Normally Responsible for Oil Failure

Because they work to suspend contaminants and byproducts of combustion, it is not uncommon for gasoline and diesel oils to become dark in color.  It may be more noticeable in some applications.  It does not indicate the oil is failing or must be changed.

  Fortunately, a number of different tools are available that measure motor oil’s condition and its ability to continuously protect and perform its other vital functions.

  When motor oil exceeds its useful life or is impacted by a mechanical defect, it is most commonly becomes too thin to separate metal parts, too thick to pump or too acidic for continued use.

 TOO THIN

  When oil becomes too thin, it fails to provide the required oil film thickness to separate metal surfaces.  Different engine designs require different starting oil thickness or viscosity.  Viscosity at 100°C is one of the most highlighted oil prosperities and is a good indicator of adequate oil film thickness in an engine at operating temperature.

   A number of things can cause engine oil to become too thin to protect engine parts.  Excessive mechanical shear can thin oil to the point of causing issues with engine protection.  As motor oil cycles through the engine, it is exposed to shear strength.  Continuous exposure to these conditions causes oil built with inferior shear stability to thin excessively, leaving critical engine parts susceptible to metal to metal contact.

   Fuel contamination of the oil sump is another major cause of excessively thin engine oil.  Both gasoline and diesel fuel are thinner than engine oil and when mixed, the oil’s viscosity, film thickness and ability to separate parts are significantly reduced.  While a small amount of fuel dilution is relatively common and does not have a material impact on oil life, excessive fuel dilution in mechanically compromised equipment is much more harmful.

 TOO THICK

  When it comes to oil, although it may seem like “the thicker, the better,” oil that is too thick is just as detrimental as oil that is too thin.  Excessively thick oil is the most commonly discussed oil failure and the subject of many big oil company marketing campaigns.

   When oil becomes too thick to flow to engine parts, these areas are starved of oil, resulting in metal to metal contact that can lead to catastrophic engine damage.  The precursor to sludge is oil that has become much thicker than its original design.  The cause is a complex chemical reaction involving heat, combustion by products and oxygen combining to create chemical attack on the oil molecules.  The resulting chemical reaction creates a much thicker substance that does not flow or protect as well as the original oil.  When the reaction continues, sludge begins to form in areas of higher localized temperature and low flow.  While some varnish is normal, sludge is a sign of excessively degraded oil that needs to be replaced in order to inhibit sludge and varnish, the oil must resist attack by oxidation forces.  Synthetic base oils have a much higher level of saturated molecules that inherently resist the constant bombardment.  Additionally, antioxidants are added to either reduce the formation of free radical oxidation precursors or soak up these precursors once they form.

   Another cause of oil thickening, primarily affecting diesel oils, is excessive soot-loading in mechanically unsound engines.  Diesel oils are designed to handle some soot contamination, but when the soot overloads the available dispersants in the oil, the oil thickens.  The agglomerated soot particles reach a critical size and cause excessive wear commonly seen in diesel liners.

 TOO ACIDIC

Acids are a normal byproduct of burning fossil fuels.  Different fuel types, engines and combustion conditions create varying levels of acid formation.  These acids, transferred via blow-by gasses, are carried away to the engine oil.  Oils are designed with a detergent that neutralizes these acids before they accumulate and cause engine damage.  The detergent level is measured with a test called Total Base Number (TBN).  This measure of alkalinity drops over the life of the oil and reaches a critical level when the oil can no longer consume the acids created by combustion.  When TBN reaches a critical level, acids build up quickly and attack the surfaces most susceptible, including yellow metals and lead-lined bearings.  Without correction, this condition quickly worsens and results in excessive chemical wear.  Although less common, this failure mode can cause significant damage if left uncorrected.

  AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are formulated to provide a broad level of overall protection, evidenced by guaranteed extended drain intervals.  Synthetic base oils help resist oxidative decomposition, and a properly balanced, high-quality additive package helps keep contaminates in check and engines running for a long time.

 Article:  Three primary factors are normally responsible for oil failure.  AMSOIL magazine June 2011

 Interested in buying AMSOIL  products?   Need to look up AMSOIL products for your vehicle – use our product guide.    Having questions?  Please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you in any way we can.  Thank you for your interest and have a God blessed day!

AMSOIL reformulates its line of XL synthetic motor oils

AMSOIL has reformulated its line of Extended Life (XL) Synthetic Motor Oils to provide up to 10,000 - mile/six-month drain intervals, or longer when recommended in owners' manuals or indicated by electronic oil life monitoring systems.  Pricing remains unchanged providing customers with enhanced value.

Featuring extended-drain boost technology, the new formulations boast an extra measure of select additives that neutralize contaminants longer.  They continued provide significant benefits compared to conventional oils, including superior wear control, improved high and low temperature protection and increased fuel economy, now throughout a longer drain interval.  Reformulated AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are API SN certified and bear the API donut on the label.  They are also formulated to meet or exceed the ILSAC GF-5 performance requirements for gasoline engines that took effect October 1, 2010.  Because GM only grants dexos1tm licenses to SAE 5W-30 products, only AMSOIL XL 5W-30 carries the dexos1 recommendation.

Increased Drain Interval
The XL line was developed for do-it-for-me (DIFM) customers.  It overcame many of the obstacles Dealers faced from installers who balked at 25,000 mile drain intervals and non API certified oils, and provided DIFM customers with peace of mind beyond 3,000 miles.  At that time, some original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) were beginning to recommend drain intervals beyond the traditional 3,000 miles.  The more recent introduction of electronic oil life monitoring systems extended oil change intervals even further, although most conventional motor oils still carry 3,000 mile/three month maximum drain intervals.  Boasting a 7,500 mile/six month drain interval, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils provided an extra level of performance and protection for motorists extending drain intervals beyond 3,000 miles.
Today, OEMs are increasingly adopting the extended drain intervals AMSOIL pioneered decades ago.  Some Toyota models carry 10,000 mile drain recommendations, while Ford will begin calling for 10,000 mile oil drain changes on certain model year 2011 vehicles.  Meanwhile, the new ILSAC GF-5 and API SN motor oil specifications require oils demonstrate increased fuel economy, reduced emissions and increased robustness.  With the industry evolving, and to stay ahead of the curve, AMSOIL reformulated its XL Synthetic Motor Oils to meet or exceed current performance requirements and continue providing motorists with superior performance and added peace of mind.

Extended-Drain Boost Technology 
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils use extended drain additive technology to provide longer service life.  During normal engine operation, the combustion process creates acidic by products that can lead to internal component corrosion and a reduction in the life expectancy of both the engine oil and engine.  The motor oil's reserve alkalinity, expressed as its Total Base Number (TBN), aids in the control of acidic by products.  The higher the motor oil's TBM, the more effective it is at reducing the corrosive effects of acids over an extended period of time.  AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils feature a unique additive chemistry that effectively raises TBN and allows the oils to neutralize more acidic contaminants and provide superior protection over a longer period.

Meets or Exceeds New Motor Oil Specifications 
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils meet or exceed the ILSAC GF-5 and API SN service requirements for motor oils used in gasoline-powered vehicles.  API SN is the designation of the American Petroleum Institute and shares a number of criteria with ILSAC GF-5.  The International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) created ILSAC GF-5 primarily to address three important areas within the automotive industry: fuel economy, emissions system life and oil robustness.

Improved Fuel Economy
 To achieve government mandated fuel economy standards, OEMs are examining every engine component for potential efficiency gains, including motor oil.  To meet the GF-5 specification, motor oils must demonstrate an improvement in fuel economy compared to a reference oil and retain at least part of that improvement after 100 hours of testing.AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are fuel efficient formulations that reduce the friction related energy loss and meet the GF-5 specification.  They provide better fuel economy compared to conventional, non-fuel efficient motor oils.

Emission System Improvements
Phosphorus is often used as an anti-wear agent in motor oils.  Over time, however, it can volatize and enter after treatment devices such as catalytic converters and oxygen sensors, shortening their lifespan, increasing tailpipe emissions and causing increased engine oil oxidation and thickening.AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils have excellent phosphorus retention and help improve catalytic converter service life for low exhaust emissions, in accordance with GF-5 requirements.

Engine Oil Robustness
For GF-5, engine oil robustness is defined as an oil's performance in the areas of piston cleanliness, sludge resistance and turbo protection.  Oils meeting GF-5 must exhibit improvements in each area relative to previous GF-4 specification.Fortified with extra detergent and dispersant additives, AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are engineered to resist sludge better than conventional oils, promoting clean operation for longer lasting, better running engines.As temperatures inside the combustion chambers of modern engines continue rising, piston cleanliness and turbo protection become more important.  Deposits on the piston crown can cause  pre-ignition, reducing performance, while sticking rings can cause blow-by, reduced compression and poor performance.  Turbochargers can reach 100,000 rpm and temperatures of 1,200 Deg F, creating an environment that can destroy lesser oils, leading to thermal coking and bearing failure.AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils resist the effects of thermal breakdown, including evaporation, viscosity loss and deposit formation for increased piston cleanliness and turbo protection.

Applications
AMSOIL XL Synthetic Motor Oils are excellent for use in all types of gasoline fueled vehicles.  They are recommended for all domestic and foreign vehicles requiring any of the listed performance specifications:
5W-20 (XLM)  API SN, SM, ILSAC GF-5, 4 ACEA A1/B1, GM 6094M, Ford WSS-M2C930-A, Chrysler MS-6395N

5W-30 (XLF)  API SN, SM, ILSAC GF-5, 4 ACEA A1/B1, Ford WSS-M2C930-A, Chrysler MS-6395N, GM dexos1(supersedes LL-A-025, 6094M and 4718M) Fortified with detergents that exceeds dexos1 sulfated ash specifications.

10W-30 (XLT)  API SN, SM, ILSAC GF-5, 4 ACEA A1/B1, GM 6094M, 4718M, Chrysler MS-6395N

10W-40 (XLO) API SN, SM, ACEA A1/B1

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