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Cetane booster for diesel fuel - more power and diesel economy

What is Cetane?   Cetane numbers are used to indicate the combustion speed of diesel fuel. Diesel fuels with higher cetane ratings have shorter ignition delays, providing more complete combustion and allowing engines to operate more effectively. Although diesel engines operate best on fuel with a cetane value of 50 or higher, most diesel fuel […]

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ATV/UTV Maintenance: 7 Tips to Maximize Your Machine’s Life John Baker|Jun 06, 2019 1:47 PM 4-Wheeler’s aren’t cheap. And neither should be your approach to maintenance if you want your machine to deliver peak performance and last for years. Fortunately, ATV and UTV maintenance boils down to a handful of relatively simple practices any do-it-yourselfer […]

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AMSOIL K-9 Foundation Dog Lovers Carli Amatuzio|Jun 20, 2019 1:54 PM AMSOIL is involved in races and events all over the country, but one event we especially love is “Operation K-9,” which supports the AMSOIL Northland Law-Enforcement K-9 Foundation. AMSOIL founder and lifelong dog lover Al Amatuzio started the foundation when he saw a need for […]

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Simple Steps Avoid Diesel Fuel Injector Problems Mark Nyholm|May 23, 2019 8:29 AM It feels like forever ago, but it’s only been 13 years since the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandated reduced sulfur content in diesel fuel, in 2006. Boy, were people angry. They knew sulfur helped protect their fuel pump and injectors from […]

Look! More AMSOIL Products Available in the EZ Pack Jamie Gibson|May 30, 2019 11:15 AM Sometimes an idea so great comes along it makes some wonder, “Why didn’t anyone think of this sooner?” Case in point: AMSOIL easy-packs. Their innovative, flexible design has revolutionized the challenging task of changing fluids, reducing mess, waste and hassle. […]

Team AMSOIL Update – Something for Everyone Lindsay Premo|Jul 17, 2019 8:26 AM Summer is in full swing, race fans! Which means Team AMSOIL is busy, busy, busy. Let me take a moment from taking in all the exhaust fumes and evaluating my farmer’s tan to let you know what we’ve been up to and […]

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Words from AMSOIL’s President Alan Amatuzio We’ve been hearing a lot about the unemployment rate in the U.S. of late. The most recent statistics at the time I’m writing this show it’s down to 3.9 percent nationwide. That’s phenomenal! Most people believe that at rates this low, anyone who wants to work has a job. […]

Ultimate Protection for Competition Diesel Engines Whether competing in sled pulls, drag races or dyno challenges, competitors using DOMINATOR® 20W-50 Competition Diesel Oil enjoy the confidence and security that come with providing their diesel trucks maximum protection and performance. Racing and high-performance diesel engines are modified to deliver maximum horsepower and torque. Their powerful designs create shearing forces […]

AMSOIL Garage Helps Racers Compete on Race Day Lindsay Premo|Jul 13, 2018 9:59 AM Hey, race fans! Did you miss me? While I’ve been at home preparing my newborn son for racing glory (see insert), my co workers have been doing some pretty awesome things around here. Awesome things like working with KR4 Performance to provide […]

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Engine Sludge Is Easily Avoidable John Baker & Associates |Jul 24, 2019 4:20 PM Engine sludge. It’s a back gelatinous substance that wreaks havoc in engines. And long before the engine’s demise, engine sludge can foul engine sensors and interfere with performance. Some mechanics call it the “black death.” How does motor oil, which is […]

AMSOIL Dirt Bike Crown Winner -Chase Sexton Wins Again Lindsay Premo|May 08, 2019 8:52 AM As I plopped down on the sofa with my second cup of coffee Sunday morning, I tuned the DVR to watch the Supercross finals from Vegas (#centraltimezoneprobs). I knew two things from watching heats and LCQs the night before: 1. […]

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Injector’s Require It – Diesel Fuel Additive Only overlooked by those who don’t understand the critical fuel issues. Stock up and enjoy your diesel to the N’th degree!! New Diesel Injector Clean + Cetane Boost Available Now, Diesel Injector Clean + Cetane Boost (ADS) combines the superior detergency and improved lubricity of AMSOIL Diesel Injector […]

Weed Eater Won’t Start? Try This John Baker|Jun 19, 2019 9:28 AM No matter what you call it – weed eater, weed whacker, string trimmer – chances are at some point it won’t start. Few things are more annoying than destroying your shoulder trying to start the weed eater when there’s work to do. Fortunately, […]