Amsoil...
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From: Midlothian, VA
Re: Amsoil... (Grumpy)
I run it now. It's great. My oil pressure increased by 2-3 PSI at idle @ operating temperature. Their credentials are outstanding for their oil, also. Heck, I even became a dealer for it :D
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Re: Amsoil... (Grumpy)
Great stuff, Grumpy. Been using it for 20 years in different cars and it's always performed as advertised. In fact, I picked up the whole complement of fluids to switch my C5 over next oil change from a fellow forum member, tshac. :cheers: :yesnod:
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MONARTOR
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Re: Amsoil... (tv7son)
so is this something I can get from a store or do I have to find a distributor..? Both of my helicopter mechanics tell me I need to switch over
Team Owner
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Re: Amsoil... (Grumpy)
http://www.amsoil.com or find a local distributor. Not sold over-the-counter.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Mokena Illinois
Re: Amsoil... (Blue 02 C5)
anyone using this??? comments??
gimicky and overpriced.
(flame suit on)
:reddevil
gimicky and overpriced.
(flame suit on)
:reddevil
Yes....the way Amsoil does sell is gimmicky...and it is overpriced if you change the oil every 3,000mi.
Now if you leave your oil in according to the specs (1yr or 25k mi) THEN it becomes a bargain.
Pro
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From: Roseville California
Re: Amsoil... (TAL)
anyone using this??? comments??
gimicky and overpriced.
(flame suit on)
:reddevil
Yes....the way Amsoil does sell is gimmicky...and it is overpriced if you change the oil every 3,000mi.
Now if you leave your oil in according to the specs (1yr or 25k mi) THEN it becomes a bargain.
gimicky and overpriced.
(flame suit on)
:reddevil
Yes....the way Amsoil does sell is gimmicky...and it is overpriced if you change the oil every 3,000mi.
Now if you leave your oil in according to the specs (1yr or 25k mi) THEN it becomes a bargain.
And you only start a flame if you throw out disrespectful comments with out backing it up with FACTS ..... (IMHO)...... :yesnod:
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Le Mans Master
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From: Kennesaw Ga
Re: Amsoil... (Blue 02 C5)
Gimicky? :confused: I guess you would feel better buying it from a kid at Walmart, Who was tossing burgers last week at the local BK telling ya "Just change your filter at 6 months, or 12500 miles & the oil at one year, or 25000 miles" :nono: :nono: I think not!
Most Amsoil dealers (The ones who sell it) have training, and alot of knowledge about the product. :yesnod:
Overpriced? :lol: Do the math :yesnod: even at retail it is cheaper,and at wholesale :eek: Ya just can't beat it! :cheers:
First & Best! :smash: :smash: :smash:
Check it, out you will see . :flag
Don't knock it, until ya try it. :D
[Modified by tshac, 10:50 PM 7/2/2002]
Most Amsoil dealers (The ones who sell it) have training, and alot of knowledge about the product. :yesnod:
Overpriced? :lol: Do the math :yesnod: even at retail it is cheaper,and at wholesale :eek: Ya just can't beat it! :cheers:
First & Best! :smash: :smash: :smash:
Check it, out you will see . :flag
Don't knock it, until ya try it. :D
[Modified by tshac, 10:50 PM 7/2/2002]
Safety Car
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From: Atlanta GA
Re: Amsoil... (tshac)
tshac, Have you found out any info for me on the D4ATF? thanks
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=332842
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=332842
Racer
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Red Oak TX
Re: Amsoil... (tshac)
Gimicky? :confused: I guess you would feel better buying it from a kid at Walmart, Who was tossing burgers last week at the local BK telling ya "Just change your filter at 6 months, or 12500 miles & the oil at one year, or 25000 miles" :nono: :nono: I think not!
Most Amsoil dealers (The ones who sell it) have training, and alot of knowledge about the product. :yesnod:
Overpriced? :lol: Do the math :yesnod: even at retail it is cheaper,and at wholesale :eek: Ya just can't beat it! :cheers:
First & Best! :smash: :smash: :smash:
Check it, out you will see . :flag
Don't knock it, until ya try it. :D
[Modified by tshac, 10:50 PM 7/2/2002]
Most Amsoil dealers (The ones who sell it) have training, and alot of knowledge about the product. :yesnod:
Overpriced? :lol: Do the math :yesnod: even at retail it is cheaper,and at wholesale :eek: Ya just can't beat it! :cheers:
First & Best! :smash: :smash: :smash:
Check it, out you will see . :flag
Don't knock it, until ya try it. :D
[Modified by tshac, 10:50 PM 7/2/2002]
I build engines.
They are gimicky, overpriced oils. Period. They do not protect any better than other certified synthetics.
The only oil that I really think sucks is Pennzoil. I have torn down many a motor with "engine tar" from that stuff.
Le Mans Master
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From: Kennesaw Ga
Re: Amsoil... (Blue 02 C5)
So much for pennzoil being the worst :sad: Looks like it protects better than the Corvette factory fill oil. http://www.amsoil.com/lit/databulletins/g1266.pdf
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
Racer
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Red Oak TX
Re: Amsoil... (tshac)
So much for pennzoil being the worst :sad: Looks like it protects better than the Corvette factory fill oil. http://www.amsoil.com/lit/databulletins/g1266.pdf
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
I'm not saying Amsoil is crap. I am saying it is overpriced, and gimmicky.
Safety Car
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From: Wilmington NC
Re: Amsoil... (Blue 02 C5)
So much for pennzoil being the worst :sad: Looks like it protects better than the Corvette factory fill oil. http://www.amsoil.com/lit/databulletins/g1266.pdf
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
Test numbers mean nothing. I believe what I see in the engines I work with.
I'm not saying Amsoil is crap. I am saying it is overpriced, and gimmicky.
Look at page 1, Bottom right side.
These are ASTM test numbers, NOT Amsoil's numbers. :D
As for the cost :smash: Looks like ya get what ya pay for :smash:
Test numbers mean nothing. I believe what I see in the engines I work with.
I'm not saying Amsoil is crap. I am saying it is overpriced, and gimmicky.
I would like to see some real world results where Amsoil has done a better job of protecting a Corvette... I think Mobil 1 already offers tremendous reserve margins... Unless somebody can show me where Mobil 1 has failed and Amsoil would of saved the day I'm sticking with Mobil 1 at $22.00 for 6 quarts at Sam's. I've been using it since 1978 and have never had an oil related failure.
Le Mans Master
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From: Kennesaw Ga
Re: Amsoil... (Blue 02 C5)
:lol: :lol: So you are one of those who don't believe it. :nopity
Mobil must believe it, because those same ASTM test results have been on the back of each bottle since 1995... :smash:
NO protest by Mobil yet :eek:
Run what ya want! Aint no big deal :cheers:
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Mobil must believe it, because those same ASTM test results have been on the back of each bottle since 1995... :smash:
NO protest by Mobil yet :eek:
Run what ya want! Aint no big deal :cheers:
[Modified by tshac, 11:20 PM 7/3/2002]