ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
| QUESTIONS: |
ANSWERS: |
| What are AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils? |
AMSOIL Synthetic Lubricants are fuel efficient, extended life lubricants manufactured from select
synthetic base stocks and special purpose additives. These lubricants provide improved overall performance characteristics
when compared to conventional petroleum oils. (See the Technical Page on this site if you are interested in learning more
about the fundamental properties of Amsoil lubricants.) |
| Will AMSOIL Motor Oils void the warranty of a new boat or watercraft? |
Absolutely not! Manufacturers’ warranties are based upon the use of oils meeting specific API Service
Classifications, for example, SJ/CF. (AMSOIL lubricants meet the current API Service requirements and, thus, are perfectly
suited for use in any new vehicle without affecting the validity of the new vehicle warranty.) |
| Are AMSOIL Motor Oils True All-Season Oils? |
Synthetic oils are made to protect and perform better than petroleum oils at both high and low temperature
extremes. That’s why every jet engine in the world is lubricated with synthetic oil. AMSOIL Motor Oils have extremely low
pour points and flow readily at extremely low temperatures for easier winter starting and significantly reduced engine wear.
At high temperatures, no conventional motor oil can compare to the overall protection AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils provide.
That’s extremely important for today’s turbocharged and small, non-turbocharged engines! |
| Will using AMSOIL Motor Oils reduce gas consumption? |
Tighter government regulations and increases in engine manufacturers’ demands are calling for more fuel
efficient lubricants. AMSOIL Motor Oils reduce friction and drag better than petroleum oils, resulting in significant fuel
economy increases. In a recent 1.2 million mile demonstration, AMSOIL Lubricants showed a 4.5% increase in gas mileage.
Other tests have shown increases of as much as 15% under certain weather and driving conditions. Yet, because every vehicle
is different, as are driving habits and conditions, it is difficult to accurately project an exact increase. |
| Will AMSOIL Motor Oils decrease oil consumption? |
Yes. When used in mechanically sound engines, AMSOIL Motor Oils can reduce oil consumption. Under test
conditions, a reduction of as much as 42% was demonstrated for prolonged periods. However, this should not be taken to mean
that AMSOIL Motor Oils are “cure-alls” for engines that consume oil because of mechanical problems. |
| Should oil additives or After Market products be added to AMSOIL Motor Oils? |
No, they are not necessary! AMSOIL Motor Oils are formulated under the strictest quality
control procedures using the optimal additive package to provide superior lubrication performance. |