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stephen wilson · 03-19-2010, 06:35 AM

Hmmm... I only see viscosity loss results for 5 of the oils tested? Though they even mention, viscosity loss is not expected in such a short test.

An oil with "middle-to-fair wear particle rating" is one you'd choose, not good or excellent?

Also of note: AMSOIL is rated #1; coincidentally, the website is an authorized AMSOIL dealer!

Low viscosity oils are used for increased H.P. and fuel economy ( reduced friction ) , not for increased engine protection. The site states ( concerning 0 wt. oils ), "for regular street-driven engines, it would be better to look at an oil with a good service interval". Check the descriptions given by any supplier of racing oils, they call 20 wt. oils "qualifying oils", and recommend 30-50 wt. for longer races.

Steve

03-19-2010, 06:35 AM	#15
stephen wilson Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southern New jersey Posts: 1,054	Hmmm... I only see viscosity loss results for 5 of the oils tested? Though they even mention, viscosity loss is not expected in such a short test. An oil with "middle-to-fair wear particle rating" is one you'd choose, not good or excellent? Also of note: AMSOIL is rated #1; coincidentally, the website is an authorized AMSOIL dealer! Low viscosity oils are used for increased H.P. and fuel economy ( reduced friction ) , not for increased engine protection. The site states ( concerning 0 wt. oils ), "for regular street-driven engines, it would be better to look at an oil with a good service interval". Check the descriptions given by any supplier of racing oils, they call 20 wt. oils "qualifying oils", and recommend 30-50 wt. for longer races. Steve Last edited by stephen wilson; 03-19-2010 at 07:06 AM.