Synthetic Motor Oil Copyright AA1Car For the ultimate in high temperature
protection,durability and all-round performance,synthetic oil is the way to go.
Synthetic motor oils usually cost about two to three times as much as
conventional petroleum-based oils. They cost more because synthetic oil requires
more processing and refining. Some synthetic POA oils are made from other
chemical stocks rather than refined from petroleum. This improves the oil's
performance in virtually every aspect. Synthetic Motor Oil Advantages Synthetic
oil has superior temperature resistance. Synthetic oil can safely handle higher
operating temperatures without oxidizing (burning) or breaking down. The upper
limit for most mineral based oils is about 250 to 300 degrees F. Synthetic oil
can take up to 450 degrees F or higher. This makes synthetic oil well-suited for
turbocharged applications as well as high rpm and high output engine
applications. Synthetic oil has better low temperature performance. Synthetic
oil flows freely at subzero temperatures,pouring easily at -40 or -50 degrees F.
where ordinary oils turn to molasses. This makes for easier cold starts and
provides faster upper valvetrain lubrication during the first critical moments
when most engine wear occurs. Synthetic oil improves engine performance.
Synthetic oil tends to be more slippery than ordinary motor oil,which improves
fuel economy,cuts frictional horsepower losses and helps the engine run cooler.
The difference isn't great but it can make a noticeable improvement.CAUTION: For vehicles under warranty,extending the
normal change interval beyond the vehicle manufacturer service intervals is NOT
recommended because Not following the OEM maintenance schedule can void your
powertrain warranty. Synthetic oils are available in the same grades as ordinary
motor oils (0W-20 autel
ds708,0W-40,5W-20,5W-30,5W-40 & 10W-30) as well as"extended"grades such
as 15W-50 and even 5W-50. Synthetic Oil Applications Who should use a synthetic
oil? The premium-priced oil is best for: * Turbocharged or Supercharged engines.
* Vehicles used for towing (especially during hot weather). * Vehicles that are
operated in extremely cold or hot climates. FAT A new green
synthetic motor oil made from beef tallow (animal fat) is now available as an
alternative to petroleum-based oils. The new oil is 100%
biodegradeable,non-toxic,and safe (you can even drink it!). Performance is
similar to other synthetic oils but it costs a little less. The product is
called G-OIL. Update: November 2010: GM introduces new dexos motor oil
requirement for 2011 For 2011,General Motors has announced a new oil requirement
called"dexos."GM says their new oil performance specification is better than the
new GF-5 specification,which also goes into effect this fall. GM says dexos is
required in all 2011 and newer GM engines md802
update,and is backwards compatible with older engines that use SM oils.
There are two versions of dexos: dexos1 for gasoline engines and dexos2 for
diesel engines. The specification requires a high quality synthetic base stock
with additives that provide high temperature,high sheer characteristics to
reduce friction for better fuel economy,additives to reduce piston ring deposits
and sludge,and additives to extend oil life (necessary for use with GM's Oil
Life Reminder System). Because it uses high quality synthetic base stocks,dexos
and other brands f oil that meet GM's dexos specification are premium-priced
products. Most major brands of oil have a 5W-30 oil that meets the dexos
specifications.Natural gas is converted a base of pure,crystal clear base oil. The oil
contains fewer impurities found in crude oil,which is the traditional base for
many other conventional and synthetic motor oils. Pennzoil Platinum full
synthetic motor oils with PurePlus Technology are designed to provide engines
Complete Protection. These are five key areas consumers deemed as most critical
for motor oil performance: 1) engine cleanliness,2) fuel economy,3) conservation
of horsepower,4) wear protection,and 5) performance in extreme temperatures.
Pennzoil Platinum premium motor oils keep pistons cleaner than any other leading
synthetic,deliver better fuel economy,protect against horsepower loss,provide
unsurpassed wear protection and deliver excellent performance in extreme
temperatures.
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