More Than You Ever Wanted to Know About Motor Oil Additives Ed Newman|Jan 18, 2017 8:28 AM It’s been a long, long time since motor oil was “just oil.” In the 1930s, someone decided to begin putting wax modifiers in the oil to address the problem of wax residue after the refining process. Thus […]
AMSOIL provides the training and support you need to succeed in the retail and installer markets. Extensive research has resulted in great AU Online courses and co-op programs proven to increase sales. Tim Golden | PROGRAM SEGMENT MANAGER As an independent business owner in a globalized economy with ever increasing competition, it’s hard enough to […]
Is Starting Fluid Bad for Gas Engines?
June 17, 2017
Tech Articles
Is Starting Fluid Bad for Gas Engines? John Baker|May 22, 2017 8:08 AM The simple answer: In small doses and used properly, it can be effective in hard-starting gasoline engines. But it can be bad for two-stroke or diesel engines. The real question to ask is, “Why does my engine need starting fluid in the […]
HEAVY-DUTY CORROSION PROTECTION
June 10, 2017
Maintenance
HEAVY-DUTY CORROSION PROTECTION You gotta try this stuff!!! AMSOIL Heavy-Duty Metal Protector (AMH) has been reformulated to provide improved performance as a corrosion inhibitor. Call 800579-0580 to get your can on order! MPHD is an easy-to-use, spray-on product that effectively protects metal surfaces that are exposed to the damaging effects of salt, moisture or chemical […]
AMSOIL SABER® Professional Cuts Costs While Helping Your Equipment Run Anyone who’s owned or operated a two-stroke string trimmer, chainsaw, blower or other piece of equipment has been there before. You repeatedly pull the starter cord and adjust the choke, but it’s still hard to start. And, when it finally fires up, it runs rough […]
Al Amatuzio: A Heart of Gold
June 10, 2017
AMSOIL Corporate News
Al Amatuzio: A Heart of Gold Kerry Johnson|Apr 11, 2017 2:08 PM To say AMSOIL founder Al Amatuzio leaves behind a legacy is an understatement. He created the first synthetic motor oil in the world to meet American Petroleum Institute (API) service requirements, fathered a beautiful family, built an AMSOIL family of dedicated employees and […]
Why are We Tearing Apart this Indian Scout? (Plus, Check Out this New Product) John Baker| 2017 1:28 PM Motorcycles occupy a prominent place in our national lore. The V-twin engine, one can argue, belongs in our menagerie of quintessentially “American” items, right next to the bald eagle, the Liberty Bell and Abe Lincoln’s stovepipe hat. […]
Stiction… What Is It?
June 1, 2017
diesel
Stiction… What Is It? Mark Nyholm|May 24, 2017 8:30 AM By now you’ve inevitably seen this term in turbo diesel enthusiast magazines. And if you own a Ford Powerstroke 6.0L diesel engine, then you likely have experienced it. Stiction… it’s a combination of two words. Static and Friction. What it really means is that there […]
INDEPENDENCE, TIME TOGETHER AND SHARED GOALS MOTIVATE THESE DIRECT JOBBERS Direct Jobbers Mike and Tammi Lick of Muscatine, Iowa started their business in March 2015. As is often the case with AMSOIL Dealerships, the opportunity arose at just the right time. Mike was looking for a superior oil for his motorcycle. In the course of […]
15 Reasons to Switch to AMSOIL
May 19, 2017
Auto/Light Truck
15 Reasons to Switch to AMSOIL Ed Newman| 2017 When I received the assignment to share five reasons to switch to AMSOIL, I did something different: I was curious to hear what others at AMSOIL would say, so I decided to crowdsource it, sending an email to several people on our staff to pick their brains […]
Is an Engine Flush Good or Bad?
May 19, 2017
Maintenance
Is an Engine Flush Good or Bad? John Baker|Jan 30, 2017 8:54 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 it safe to use an engine flush in an engine with high […]
Mourning the Loss of AMSOIL founder Al Amatuzio Daisy Quaker|Apr 03, 2017 5:28 PM As many of you have heard, we lost AMSOIL founder, Al Amatuzio, at nearly 93 years of age. His life was a classic David vs. Goliath illustration of the American Dream. We honor the life of a visionary leader, innovator, and […]
Choosing the Right Diesel Oil
April 5, 2017
Diesel Oils
Choosing the Right Diesel Oil Choosing the Right Diesel Oil The introduction of AMSOIL Signature Series Max-Duty Synthetic Diesel Oil and Heavy-Duty Synthetic Diesel Oil brings even greater protection and performance, as well as additional viscosity options. How can you decide which oil is right for you? Signature Series 5W-30 (DHD) Newer Over-the-Road Trucks Mixed […]
Does Premium, High-Octane Gas Boost Performance?
March 24, 2017
Tech Articles
OCTANE EXPLAINED: DOES PREMIUM, HIGH-OCTANE GAS BOOST PERFORMANCE? A recent AAA report found that American motorists wasted $2.1 billion in the last year buying premium gasoline for engines designed to run on regular gas The reasons why are likely due to the following misconceptions about premium gas: Contains higher energy content (increasing power and fuel […]
What Does Horsepower Mean?
March 24, 2017
Automotive Enthusiast Stories, Tech Articles
What Does Horsepower Mean? John Baker|Nov 07, 2016 2:32 PM You’ve likely heard of eighteenth-century Scottish engineer James Watt. He’s credited with coining the term “horsepower.” In a stroke of marketing genius, he used the term to help sell London industrialists on the ability of his new steam engines to more efficiently produce one […]
