Tag Archives: AMSOIL

Why are There Different Two-Stroke Oil Mix Ratios for Chainsaw Oil John Baker|Jun 20, 2017 8:36 AM Swamp mix. That’s what you call a concoction of two-stroke oil and gas that’s been slopped together with no measuring tools and no regard for engine protection. Your chainsaw or string trimmer could be running on a 50:1 […]

What’s the Difference Between Horsepower and Torque? John Baker|Feb 13, 2017 9:09 AM Rather than offer a technical explanation few people will understand, let’s talk about what torque and horsepower feel like. You’re idling at a stoplight. Or maybe an IHRA starting line. Someone rolls up to you and revs their engine. Gives you the […]

Best in the West: Team Hybrid Dominates at Las Vegas Import Face-Off Event Jamie Jarvi|Oct 20, 2017 10:21 AM In the competitive arena of the Import Face-off (IFO) series, of which AMSOIL is the Official Oil, Team Hybrid consistently shows up on the West Coast to represent the epitome of a winning formula. This is apparent in both […]

How to Fight Ethanol Problems in Small Engines Andy Arendt| 2017 1:46 PM In 2005, Congress instituted a new renewable fuel standard that you didn’t get to vote on. In response, refiners made a wholesale switch, removing methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) and blending fuel with ethanol. Ethanol helps reduce petroleum use and greenhouse gas (GHG) […]

Spare Tire Blues: Three Tips for New Car Owners Ed Newman|Oct 23, 2017 8:57 AM Here’s the situation. You’re on a road trip with the family. You stop for food and fuel and you notice one of the tires is a little low. Fortunately the convenience store has an air compressor and you’re back on […]

Scuba Diving Basics for Beginners: A Boating World Q&A Ed Newman|Nov 20, 2017 2:30 PM When my brother Ron and his wife were young, they took up scuba diving. They love adventure and they’ve always loved to travel, so scuba diving seemed an exciting way to see the world. The natural beauty beneath the sea […]

AMSOIL Quickshot® Offers a Simple Solution to Ethanol Problems Fuel maintenance is a big issue, whether you own a motorcycle, dirt bike, snowmobile, lawn mower or other piece of equipment. Currently, most gasoline sold in the U.S. contains up to 10 percent ethanol (E10), while gasoline containing up to 15 percent (E15) is becoming available […]

AMSOIL Heads to SEMA New Product Showcase with 13 New Products Jamie Jarvi|Oct 27, 2017 9:46 AM The mighty SEMA show is just around the corner, and our AMSOIL trade show team is busy preparing for another successful presentation to the key players in the automotive industry. SEMA is where companies learn of the latest […]

Which of These 5 Approaches to Vehicle Maintenance Do You Use? Mark Nyholm|Oct 02, 2017 9:09 AM Maintenance is one of those things you either do or don’t do. There isn’t a good way to fall “in between” on the maintenance spectrum, nor do your vehicles, equipment or toys like to be in a state […]

Store Equipment With Confidence AMSOIL keeps your stored equipment fresh for our Omaha spring. Fall is the time to think about getting summer equipment put away before winter hits. Preventive maintenance is critical before storing equipment for any extended period of time. Properly storing equipment through the cold winter months protects the engine, prevents rust […]

AMSOIL Dirt Bike Products Maximize Performance of Bike and Rider Whether you ride to take the checkered flag or conquer the trails near home, AMSOIL has you covered. Most dirt bike riders have one goal in mind when they hit the track or trail: ride faster and more effectively. Clutch performance goes a long toward […]