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Amsoil 2-stroke mixing chart

Your String Trimmer, Chainsaw and Blower Mix Ratio Made Easy Andy Arendt|Jun 04, 2018 2:07 PM Depending on two-stroke equipment age, brand and owner preferences, keeping track of two-stroke oil mix ratios can be complicated. Professional lawn and landscape companies in particular face challenges when it comes to ensuring employees are using the correct mix […]

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Is an Engine Flush Good or Bad? John Baker|Nov 26, 2018 11:00 AM To flush or not to flush. It’s a question whose answer is obvious in the bathroom, but vigorously debated in the garage. Let’s get right to the point. Is an engine flush good or bad? Side note from Oilordering Team: There are two […]

wind turbine gearboxes rely on AMSOIL for profits and efficiency.

Leading the Way in Wind Power Nearly 58,000 wind turbines dot the American landscape. Nearly 50 percent of those now use AMSOIL synthetic lubricants in their gearboxes. Here´s the story of how we shook up the wind industry. We dove into the wind market more than a decade ago for the same reasons we enter […]

AMSOIL Compressor Fluid Cross-Reference I had this on the old website to help customers and AMSOIL Dealers determine the best fit for our compressor oils. I recommend calling AMSOIL tech to verify as this is outdated. Posting for quick reference but before going with one of these for certain please call 715-399-TECH (8324) Contains many […]

lawn mower piston after using Amsoil

Top Landscapers Only Trust AMSOIL Andy Arendt|Mar 18, 2019 12:26 PM Landscape professionals provide the most demanding proving grounds for two-stoke equipment. Their string trimmers, backpack blowers, chainsaws and other equipment run continuously in hot, dirty and wet conditions. And their brutal schedules leave no time for breakdowns. As the video shows, AMSOIL synthetic lubricants […]

SEVERE GEAR®: THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Your vehicle’s differential is likely not top of mind while hauling snowmobiles or ATVs for a fun weekend on the trails. Unfortunately, towing is in the severe service category and places extreme stress on your drivetrain. Today’s vehicles produce substantially more horsepower, torque and towing capacity than […]

extensive motorcycle oil testing

Don’t Let Extreme Heat Sideline Your Motorcycle Extreme summer heat combined with slow-moving rally or parade traffic can pose big problems for you and your motorcycle. As heat intensifies, motor oil loses viscosity and becomes thinner. The oil can become so thin that the engine loses oil pressure, causing the oil-pressure gauge to bottom out. […]

old transmission fluid lifetime fill

Seriously? Filled-for-Life Transmission? John Baker|Jan 04, 2019 9:10 AM Casual motorists generally take no interest in crawling under their vehicles on a Saturday afternoon. And, when was the last time you heard someone express excitement over dropping their car off at the dealership for maintenance? The automakers know this, which explains the proliferation of sealed, […]

AMSOIL Products For The Whole Hunting Outfit Hunting season is fast approaching. Your weapons help you harvest your prey, but your truck, UTV/ATV, trailer and other equipment help you find it. As you’re scouting your hunting area or clearing firing lanes, take some time to prep your vehicles and equipment, too. That way you can […]

500,000 Miles using AMSOIL Works! Fraser is a satisfied long-term PC who uses AMSOIL lubricants in all of his vehicles and equipment. Preferred Customer Brock Fraser of Las Vegas counts on his 1998 Toyota Tacoma to keep his business on the road. “This is a pickup I use primarily for work,” Fraser said. “I own […]

Royal Purple compared

Simply Add more Engine Life with Signature Series In general, the higher an oil’s TBN, the better its ability to neutralize contaminants such as combustion by-products and acidic materials. Higher TBN oils neutralize a greater amount of acidic material, which results in longer oil life and cleaner engines. TBN levels decrease as the oil remains […]

The Mint 400 is Not to Miss Lindsay Premo|Mar 05, 2019 2:53 PM “In some circles, the Mint 400 is a far, far better thing than the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby and the Lower Oakland Roller Derby Finals all rolled into one. This race attracts a special breed…”  – Hunter S. Thompson In 1971, […]

The new Mudslinger to Keep Mud Off Your ATV, Dirt Bike and Machines Daisy Quaker|Dec 17, 2018 1:37 PM If you spend your time racing down muddy trails or forging questionable terrain on your ATV, UTV, dirt bike, off-road truck or snowmobile (well, snowy trails for the latter), AMSOIL Mudslinger is about to be your best friend. This handy […]

CVT

What is a CVT Transmission? John Baker|Mar 27, 2019 11:18 AM “CVT” stands for continuously variable transmission. A CVT transmission uses a pair of variable-diameter pulleys and a belt or chain to provide unlimited gear ratios. How does a CVT work? To illustrate, think of a traditional automatic or manual transmission. They’re built with a defined […]