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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
AMSOIL ADVERTISING 2019 Unlike most multi-level marketing companies, AMSOIL provides strong advertising support to help you generate new customers. Here are some of the things you can expect in 2019. AMSOIL largely relies on Dealers like you to spread the word about the benefits of AMSOIL products on a personal level. You help market the […]
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, […]
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 […]
AMSOIL vs. Mobil 1: One Test of Many Andy Arendt|Jan 16, 2019 1:10 PM Most lists of top-10 performance mods include a turbocharger, supercharger, nitrous oxide or updated engine tune. Increasing the engine’s oxygen intake also increases fuel, which boosts power. While all that extra power is great, it puts additional demands on your engine […]
From the President In late 2017 we conducted an extensive survey of AMSOIL Dealers. We wanted you to tell us what you need and where we can help, so we hired a firm to help us develop a scientific approach designed to get honest feedback. We gathered data from new Dealers, longtime Dealers, former Dealers, […]
Eight Expert Boat Maintenance Tips John Baker|May 26, 2016 8:59 AM Tracker Marine/Bass Pro Shops Photography As fun as it is to own a boat if you ever get a chance to use it, they can create several headaches if you neglect maintenance. Following these tips can help you stay on the water and out […]
Why the Big Advancement in the Signature Series Line? John Baker|Oct 04, 2017 8:23 AM Simply put, we reformulated Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil to solve problems. For all the derision heaped upon the internal-combustion engine, it remains our primary mode of propulsion. And, despite the gains of hybrids and electric vehicles, it will remain so for […]
Winter’s over but Let’s Review Winter Lube Requirements Extreme cold can cause conventional motor oil, transmission fluid and gear lube to thicken, starving vital moving parts of necessary lubrication. In many cases, thick motor oil will prevent vehicles from starting. Cold, thick transmission fluid results in delayed or sluggish shifts and inadequate protection for bearings, […]
