Synthetic Motor Oils Reviews

Joe Gibbs 01606 HR-3 15W-50 Synthetic Hot Rod Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

Joe Gibbs 01606 HR-3 15W-50 Synthetic Hot Rod Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• It has synthetic high zinc and high performance motor oil
• Protects against rust and corrosion while your car is in storage; modern ethanol blended fuels can draw moisture into an engine, which can lead to rust and corrosion, Joe Gibbs hot rod oils prevent that from occurring
• Higher levels of zinc anti-wear to protect older style push-rod and flat tappet engines
• Synthetic formula provides improved cold-start protection compared to conventional oils, which reduces engine wear
• Designed for Hot Rods, Classic Cars and Historic Racers

Quaker State 5062782 Q Horsepower Full Synthetic 5W20 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Review

Quaker State 5062782 Q Horsepower Full Synthetic 5W20 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Feature

• Heat activated formula fine-tuned for high performance engines
• Outstanding control of power robbing friction
• Exceptional resistance to thermal and viscosity breakdown
• Great protection against oil shearing, harmful deposits and acids
• Superb protection for turbocharged and supercharged engines

Joe Gibbs 00006 XP1 5W-20 Synthetic Racing Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

Joe Gibbs 00006 XP1 5W-20 Synthetic Racing Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Single 1 quart bottle (32 oz)
• XP1 reduces friction and fights valve-train wear, especially in flat-tappet engines by utilizing multiple synthetic base oils, and anti-wear and friction reducing additives
• Ideal for Spec Miata, Formula Ford engines and V8 engines with clearances under 0025
• Compatible with methanol and high octane race fuels
• XP1 can be blended with XP0, XP3 or XP6 to create custom viscosities

Joe Gibbs 00314 XP3 10W-30 Synthetic Racing Oil - 10 Quart Jug Review

Joe Gibbs 00314 XP3 10W-30 Synthetic Racing Oil - 10 Quart Jug Feature

• Handy 10 quart jugs, it save upto 5 per cent compared to single quart bottles
• XP3 offers outstanding high-temperature, high-shear protection combined with excellent cold-start protection
• XP3 features the same anti-wear and friction reducing additives used XP1 to reduce friction and fight valve-train wear
• Ideal for GM Crate engines, 360 Sprints, Late Model Stock and engines with clearances under 0027
• XP3 can run multiple races on alcohol or race gas before needing to be changed, the oil filter should be changed and top off the oil level after each race

6 Pack Royal Purple 20W50 Synthetic Motor Oil & Fluid Defense Systems 2 Liter Stumpy Kit Review

6 Pack Royal Purple 20W50 Synthetic Motor Oil & Fluid Defense Systems 2 Liter Stumpy Kit Feature

• Price If Items Purchaed Independently on Amazon 3.43
• COLOR OF STUMPY SPOUT LID VARIES BY AVAILABILITY
• 6 Pack Royal Purple 20W50 Synthetic Motor Oil & Fluid Defense Systems 2 Liter Stumpy Kit
• 6 Pack RP 20W50 Synthetic Motor Oil & 2 Liter Drum, Stumpy Spout Lid & Stumpy Spout Hose Ext

Red Line 10W40 Synthetic Oil - 1 Quart, Pack of 12 Review

Red Line 10W40 Synthetic Oil - 1 Quart, Pack of 12 Feature

• Formulated for turbo protection; Provides upper cylinder wear protection
• Prevents foaming even at high speeds; Reduces engine temperatures
• Increases high temperature oil pressure; Protects bearings at high speeds and temperatures
• Flows well in very cold climates; Allows extended drains in non-warranty vehicles
• Compatible with petroleum and synthetic oils; Compatible with seals designed for petroleum

Brad Penn Penn Grade 1 15W40 Partially Synthetic Motor Oil Review

Brad Penn Penn Grade 1 15W40 Partially Synthetic Motor Oil Feature

• Optimum ZDDP content for pre 2001 model cars
• Made in the USA
• May reduce engine noise, increase mileage, decrease consumption

6 Pack Joe Gibbs Performance Manual Transmission Fluid Quart (Full Synthetic) Motor Oil & Fluid Defense Systems 2 Liter Stretch Kit Review

6 Pack Joe Gibbs Performance Manual Transmission Fluid Quart (Full Synthetic) Motor Oil & Fluid Defense Systems 2 Liter Stretch Kit Feature

• Price If Items Purchaed Independently on Amazon 5.43
• COLOR OF STRETCH SPOUT LID VARIES BY AVAILABILITY
• 6 Pack JGP Manual Trans Fluid Full Synthetic AND a Fluid Defense Systems 2L Stretch Kit
• Contains 6Pk Manual Trans Fluid & 2 Liter Drum, Stretch Spout Lid & Stretch Spout Hose Extension

Royal Purple Street Synthetic Motor Oil - SAE 5w20, Quart Bottle, Pack of 12 Review

Synthetic oil is a lubricant consisting of chemical compounds which are artificially made (synthesized) using chemically modified petroleum components rather than whole crude oil. Synthetic oil is used as a substitute for lubricant refined from petroleum when operating in extremes of temperature, because it generally provides superior mechanical and chemical properties than those found in traditional mineral oils.

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In the 1970s, typical cars took 10W-40 oil which was used for a duration of 2,000 mi or less[citation needed]. In the 1980s, to improve fuel economy and engine performance 5W-30 oil was introduced which was then used for a duration of 3,000 miles. A modern typical application would use 5W-20 viscosity oil or synthetic oils for durations greater than 7,500 miles.

From the early 1980s most oil change shops have been recommending an oil change every 3,000 miles. During the following decades engine technology and oil technology have advanced requiring less frequent oil changes under normal driving conditions.


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Synthetic motor oils are man made oils from the following classes of lubricants:

*Polyalphaolefin (PAO) = American Petroleum Institute (API) Group IV base oil

*Synthetic esters, etc = API Group V base oils (non-PAO synthetics, including diesters, polyolesters, alklylated napthlenes, alkyklated benzenes, etc.)

*Hydrocracked/Hydroisomerized = API Group III base oils. Chevron, Shell, and other petrochemical companies developed processes involving catalytic conversion of feed stocks under pressure in the presence of hydrogen into high quality mineral lubricating oil. In 2005, production of GTL (gas-to-liquid) Group III base stocks began, the best of which perform much like polyalphaolefin. Group III base stocks are considered synthetic motor oil only in the United States;[13] elsewhere they are not allowed to be marketed as "synthetic".

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The technical advantages of synthetic motor oils include:

*Measurably better low and high temperature viscosity performance

*Better chemical & shear stability

*Decreased evaporative loss

*Resistance to oxidation, thermal breakdown and oil sludge problems

*Extended drain intervals with the environmental benefit of less oil waste.

*Improved fuel economy in certain engine configurations.

*Better lubrication on cold starts

*Longer engine life

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The disadvantages of synthetic motor oils include:

*The lower friction may make them unsuitable for break-in (i.e. the initial run-in period of the vehicle) where friction is desirable to cause wear. Improved engine part machining has made break-in less critical than it once was, though. Many modern cars now come with synthetic oil as a factory fill.

*Potential decomposition problems in certain chemical environments (industrial use dominantly)

*Potential stress cracking of plastic components like POM (polyoxymethylene) in the presence of PAOs (polyalphaolefins).

*Synthetics do not hold lead in suspension as well as mineral oil, thus caution is advised when the engine is run on leaded fuel.[citation needed] As an example, leaded fuel is still commonly used in aviation (avgas).

*In July 1996, Consumer Reports published the results of a two year motor oil test involving a fleet of 75 New York taxi cabs and found no noticeable advantage of synthetic oil over regular mineral oil. In their article, they noted that "Big-city cabs don't see many cold start-ups or long periods of high speed driving in extreme heat. But our test results relate to the most common type of severe service -- stop-and-go city driving." According to their study, synthetic oil is "worth considering for extreme driving conditions: high ambient temperatures and high engine load, or very cold temperatures."

*Synthetic oils are not recommended in automotive rotary engines
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12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-95666-56 Syn-Pack 100% Synthetic 5W30 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-95666-56 Syn-Pack 100% Synthetic 5W30 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Ultimate in engine protection for both gasoline and diesel engines
• Syn-Pack Full-Synthetic Motor Oils are formulated to meet or exceed all new car manufacturers' warranty requirements
• Low-phosphorous level design ensures that these superior oils are environmentally friendly
• Sold in 12 quart case

EF PRODUCTS INC 343 R-134A SUB ZERO SYNTHETIC 14 OZ W/ SS DISP.CAP Review

EF PRODUCTS INC 343 R-134A SUB ZERO SYNTHETIC 14 OZ W/ SS DISP.CAP Feature

• 14 oz.
• R-134a with Sub-Zero Synthetic A/C Booster increases cooling capacity
• by improving lubricity, better heat exchange and overall better efficiency
• Provides up to 18% colder air? Compatible with all PAG and Ester lubricants
• Comes with a built in disposable dispenser in a shelf saver cap

FRAM 1057043 Full Synthetic 5W/20 Motor Oil - 12/1 Quart Net Weight Bottle Review

FRAM 1057043 Full Synthetic 5W/20 Motor Oil - 12/1 Quart Net Weight Bottle Feature

• A full-synthetic oil designed for maximum protection
• Exceeds new car warranty requirements as defined by ILSAC GF-4
• Energy conserving for improved fuel economy
• Enhanced protection against viscosity breakdown

Lucas 10050 Synthetic High Performance 10w-30 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Review

Lucas 10050 Synthetic High Performance 10w-30 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Feature

• Consistent viscosity oil
• Perfect oil for high RPM engines
• Excellent normal highway usage oil

Lubro-Moly Longtime High Tech 5W-30 Motor Oil (1 Liter) Review

Lubro-Moly Longtime High Tech 5W-30 Motor Oil (1 Liter) Feature

• Smooth engine running characteristics
• Long engine service life due to exceptional protection against wear
• Rapid oil delivery at low temperatures
• Optimum oil pressure at all engine speeds
• Premium lubrication reliability at high and low temperatures

Mobil 1 98JQ67 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Review

Mobil 1 98JQ67 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Feature

• Low friction, fully synthetic formula Helps to increase engine efficiency and improve fuel economy up to 2 percent, based on a comparison versus those grades most commonly used
• Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability Reduces oil aging resulting in longer lasting protection
• Outstanding low temperature capabilities Quick cold weather starting and fast protection helps extend engine life
• supersyn antiwear component system provides excellent overall lubrication and wear protection performance for all driving styles and conditions where a 5W-30 or 0W-30 is recommended
• Recommended for extreme cold conditions to deliver quick starts and fast lubrication

MOTUL 5100 4T BLEND 10W40 QT- 3081QTA Review

ENEOS 5w-40 QT Fully Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Review

ENEOS 5w-40 QT Fully Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Feature

• Fully synthetic
• High performance motor oil
• API SM/CF ACEA B3/C3

Screamin' Eagle® Synthetic Blend Motorcycle Engine Oil - SAE 20W50 Review

ENEOS 5w-40 CS Fully Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart, Pack of 6 Review

I pulled the trigger on purchasing this oil because I have heard such great things about it. I was initially going to purchase some Amsoil, but I stopped myself because of the fact that you need to purchase a membership and then pay shipping and tax. Purchasing from amazon gives you tax free shopping and free shipping.

I really researched this oil thoroughly, as I really like to know if it's worth shelling out the extra money. I came up with a lot of people being unfamiliar with the oil and some people that raved about it. The oil is produced by Japan's largest oil company "Nippon Oil". Even though there isn't a lot of information about this oil, I remain at peace of mind because it's a Japanese company. The Japanese for the most part produce some of the best products from electronics to cars. I don't think this oil would be a bad product because of all of the huge advertisements and the fact that it's not exactly a trial and error product because Nippon is such a big company. Many of the Japanese cars come with Nippon Oil from factory.


My Impressions:


I swapped out my old oil on my 2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i to this oil. I was formally running Pennzoil Platinum, which is a great oil, but I really wanted a top notch group "FUllY Synthetic" oil. When I first opened a quart I smelled the fresh oil because many people have said that the oil smells like alcohol because it's fully synthetic. I can confirm that this oil does smell like hard liquor. The oil is also very different in color when comparing to other oils. It's almost completely clear with a light yellow hue. It's almost similar in color to corn syrup.

After swapping my oil out I took my car for a ride and was pleased with the smoothness and overall throttle response.
I'm also impressed with the gas mileage. I tried a 40w oil once before and it tanked my mileage pretty badly. My manual states that the preferred oil is 5w30. However, I wanted to try this in the 40w form.

ENEOS 5w-40 CS Fully Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart, Pack of 6 Feature

• Fully synthetic
• High performance motor oil
• API SM/CF ACEA B3/C3