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02Feb 2022

Hydrostatic transmissions require advanced fluids

February 2, 2022 Tech Articles

Hydrostatic transmissions require advanced fluids AMSOIL’s Hydrostatic Fluid has become a high demanded product with nearly no advertising. Accelerated word of mouth impressions works quickly in the landscaping industry. Especially when there are no other specialized products in such a void. Professionals have zero tolerance for zero-turn-mower inefficiency. Mike Nelson | SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER […]

02Feb 2022

Engine Oil Viscosity breakdown

February 2, 2022 Tech Articles

Viscosity breakdown Lubricant viscosity affects wear protection, fuel efficiency and other critical areas of oil performance. Matt Erickson | VP, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Viscosity is one of the most important properties of a lubricant. Using the right viscosity oil is vital to providing your engine the best wear protection. The real secrete to our formulations is […]

14Sep 2021

Fuel dilution can wreak havoc on an engine

September 14, 2021 Tech Articles

Diesel Fuel dilution A Problem to Watch Motor oil quality plays a big role in wear protection. Matt Erickson | TECHNICAL MANAGER – PCLT PRODUCTS AND MECHANICAL R&D Years ago, after dirtying your hands working on the car or painting, it was common to clean-up using gasoline. Its excellent solvency properties make gasoline great […]

05Jun 2020

A Simple Way To Fight Cylinder-Liner Cavitation

June 5, 2020 Tech Articles

Cylinder Liner Cavitation - correct with proper coolant

A SIMPLE WAY TO FIGHT CYLINDER-LINER CAVITATION In extreme cases, cylinder-liner cavitation in diesels can allow oil and coolant to mix. Then it’s just a matter of time until engine failure. Here’s what you can do to help ensure that doesn’t happen. Most diesel engines are designed with replaceable cast-iron cylinder liners that are pressed […]

04Jun 2020

The Debate Over Reduced ZDDP and ZROD Line

June 4, 2020 Tech Articles

The Debate Over Reduced ZDDP and Wear Protection Do modern motor oils formulated with reduced zinc and phosphorus anti-wear additives provide adequate engine protection? It’s a question some industry insiders, auto enthusiasts and motorists have been asking for years. And as engine builders and classic-car owners continue to experience engine failures they attribute to […]

26May 2020

How to Prevent Diesel Fuel From Gelling

May 26, 2020 Tech Articles

Preventing Diesel Fuel Gelling Note: These off season products your will save more money buying now. But these exclusive prices are by telephone only. Check the online price for a case of the cold flow or all in one then call us at 800-579-0580. Mark Nyholm|Oct 29, 2019 10:12 AM We diesel burners get a […]

22Mar 2020

Figuring out Engine Knock

March 22, 2020 Tech Articles

Why Does My Engine Knock? 3 Possible Explanations. John Baker|Aug 06, 2019 10:56 AM There are a few different reasons your engine might make a knocking, ticking or pinging sound. Let’s break each down and talk about what might be happening. Is it an engine knocking sound, tick or ping? One driver’s knock is another driver’s tick. Or ping. […]

14Mar 2020

How to Change the Oil in your Motorcycle

March 14, 2020 Tech Articles

Changing the Oil in your Motorcycle John Baker|Mar 09, 2020 9:20 AM Guest Blog Post by Monica Pretzl Changing oil in your motorcycle is relatively quick and easy. It’s also important; regular oil changes prolong engine life and keep your bike running smoothly all season. We broke down the process into step-by-step directions for both […]

07Nov 2019

Can I Use Diesel Oil in My Gas Engine?

November 7, 2019 Tech Articles

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Can Diesel Oil be used in Gas Engines? John Baker|Oct 19, 2019 8:12 AM The simple answer: Yes, you can use diesel oil in a gas engine, provided the diesel oil meets the appropriate specifications and viscosity requirements of your gasoline engine. For example, if your gas engine calls for a motor oil that meets the […]

06Nov 2019

Lubricant specifications are here to help.

November 6, 2019 Tech Articles

Lubricant specifications are here to help. Matt Erickson | DIRECTOR, TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGEMENT Specs can be confusing if you miss these three points. Let’s step back in time for a minute. It’s the 1920s. You’re cruising around town in your Ford* Model A or maybe your Nash* Advanced Six Coupe. You’re off to the […]

05Sep 2019

Your Manual Transmission Deserves Better!

September 5, 2019 Tech Articles

Get the Most out of Your Manual Transmission Few things connect driver and vehicle like a smooth-shifting manual transmission. Although U.S. automakers have steadily moved away from manuals, many enthusiast cars still come with optional manuals. The heavy-duty market is still dominated by manuals, with many of these transmissions being automated. Most modern automobile manual […]

28Aug 2019

Signature Series: The Measure Of Performance

August 28, 2019 Tech Articles

SIGNATURE SERIES: THE MEASURE OF PERFORMANCE In the NOACK Volatility Test, Signature Series scored far below the API limit for evaporation and proved it remains where it’s needed most – protecting your engine. Nearly 35 years ago AMSOIL became the first oil manufacturer in the United States to use the NOACK Volatility Test as a […]

02Apr 2019

AMSOIL vs. Mobil 1: How We Perform

April 2, 2019 Tech Articles

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 […]

05Feb 2019

Soot isn’t just for diesels anymore

February 5, 2019 Tech Articles

Today’s Gas Engines can Produce as much Soot as Yesterday’s Diesels. Matt Erickson | TECHNICAL MANAGER – PCLT PRODUCTS AND MECHANICAL R&D I bet most of you reading this have some level of emotional attachment to traditional vehicles. The muscle-car era of the 1960s and 1970s kindled a lifelong passion for cars for millions of […]

09Jan 2019

EFFECTS OF EXCESSIVE ENGINE IDLING

January 9, 2019 Tech Articles

EFFECTS OF EXCESSIVE ENGINE IDLING Excessive idling leads to more than just poor fuel economy. Engine idling is often unavoidable during day-to-day vehicle operation. Whether it’s sitting in traffic or waiting in the school parking lot, excessive idling creates engine wear without advancing the odometer. The detrimental effects of high idle times are numerous: Decreased […]

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