Synthetic Motor Oils Reviews

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 20W50 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Review

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 20W50 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Greater wear protection
• Superior technology, Synerlec is Royal Purple's proprietary, lubricant technology that strengthens the oil to provide unmatched performance and protection
• Feel the Difference, the most frequent comment from customers is how they can feel the difference in their vehicles after switching to Royal Purple
• High film strength and reducing friction improves performance
• Increased oil life saves time, money, and the environment

Joe Gibbs 01706 XP7 10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Racing Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

Joe Gibbs 01706 XP7 10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Racing Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Single 1 quart bottle (32 oz)
• XP7 provides excellent bearing oil film thickness and high temperature protection compared to conventional racing oils without the higher cost of a full synthetic
• XP7 delivers high zinc protection in a semi-synthetic formula
• Ideal for Off-Road truck engines, IMCA Modified, Dirt Late Models and 360 Sprints
• XP7 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

Joe Gibbs 01706 XP7 10W-40 Semi-Synthetic Racing Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Specifications

Joe Gibbs Driven XP7 Racing oil is the perfect solution for racing enthusiasts who need the protection and reliability of a high performance motor oil, but who don't want to break the bank. Developed for hydraulic lifter engines, the XP7 formula is a semi-synthetic racing oil, meaning that users get the protective benefits of the higher zinc content of Joe Gibbs Driven's top end petroleum and synthetic blends all in one affordable formula with a viscosity typical of SAE 10W-40.

The benefits of both petroleum and synthetic formulas in a single, inexpensive blend.
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Joe Gibbs Driven XP7 racing oil specs.
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Semi-Synthetic Protection for Racing Engines

Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oils are specially formulated for the specific needs to racing engines. Engineers and engine builders at Joe Gibbs Racing have put in countless hours perfecting our oil to maximize horsepower and protect vital parts. The result is a line of semi-synthetic oils offer the combined benefits of improved high temperature shear and oxidation stability compared to mineral oils without the higher cost of a full synthetic

Joe Gibbs Driven developed their XP7 semi-synthetic racing oil specifically for hydraulic lifter engines (either flat-tappet or roller). This oil features the same anti-wear chemistry as our race proven XP1, but is sold at a fraction of the cost and utilizes a unique combination of synthetic and mineral base oils for maximum horsepower via improved ring and lifter sealing. XP7 also works well in GM crate engines (either 602 or 604), NASCAR Spec engines, aluminum or steel block spec engines and dirt or pavement modified engines.

Product Features

• Performance benefits of XP3 with the price of XP5
• A semi-synthetic racing oil that provides a blend of our high zinc content petroleum oils and our full synthetic oils
• Designed for clearances under .0030

Applications/Instructions

• IMCA modified engines
• Spec engines
• Flat-tappet camshafts
• Hydraulic lifter engines
• Crate motors

About Joe Gibbs Driven Products

Joe Gibbs Driven is an extension of Joe Gibbs Racing, which is not an oil company - it is a NASCAR race team owned by Joe Gibbs, former head coach of the Washington Redskins. With three Super Bowl rings, Coach Gibbs knows that to win at the highest level, whether on the track or the field you need to have access to the best resources possible. That's why Joe Gibbs Racing developed Joe Gibbs Driven products. These products have brought Joe Gibbs Racing multiple NASCAR Cup Series Championships, and now you can use the same products they use in your own high performance vehicles.

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 10W40 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Review

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 10W40 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Greater wear protection
• Superior technology, Synerlec is Royal Purple's proprietary, lubricant technology that strengthens the oil to provide unmatched performance and protection
• Feel the Difference, the most frequent comment from customers is how they can feel the difference in their vehicles after switching to Royal Purple
• High film strength and reducing friction improves performance
• Increased oil life saves time, money, and the environment

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil SAE 40 1 Quart Bottle Review

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil SAE 40 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Greater wear protection
• Superior technology, Synerlec is Royal Purple's proprietary, lubricant technology that strengthens the oil to provide unmatched performance and protection
• Feel the Difference, the most frequent comment from customers is how they can feel the difference in their vehicles after switching to Royal Purple
• High film strength and reducing friction improves performance
• Increased oil life saves time, money, and the environment

Joe Gibbs 01506 HR-4 10W-30 Synthetic Hot Rod Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

Joe Gibbs 01506 HR-4 10W-30 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

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

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

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

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

Pennzoil 5063685 Platinum 5W30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle, Pack of 6 Review

Since this product came out approx 2 years ago.. I've used it religiously in my vehicle.

2000 Honda Accord 4 Cyl. Currently 170,000 Miles. It shows very little burn-off of oil in the 3-4k mile oil change, and runs strong and clean.

I recommend this to anyone who seeks a synthetic.

Remember to change your oil regularly!

Pennzoil 5063685 Platinum 5W30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle, Pack of 6 Feature

• Protects against harshest winter cold and hottest humid summer days
• Stronger and more durable ingredients than found in traditional motor oil
• Ultimate engine protection
• For the harshest weather conditions hot & cold

12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-99106-56 Extreme-Duty Synthetic Blend 15W40 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Review

12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-99106-56 Extreme-Duty Synthetic Blend 15W40 Motor Oil - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• High performance diesel engine oil
• Protects your engine
• Helps your engine operate within the new emission and pollution requirements
• Sold in 12 quart case

12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-92866-56 Super Universal Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) - 1 Quart Bottle Review

12 Pack Wolf's Head 836-92866-56 Super Universal Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) - 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• It may be used in virtually every automatic transmission on the road today
• For all types of automatic transmissions, power steering units and hydraulic systems
• Sold in 12 quart case

Royal Purple Street Synthetic Motor Oil - SAE 40, Quart Bottle, Pack of 12 Review

Royal Purple Street Synthetic Motor Oil - SAE 30, Quart Bottle, Pack of 12 Review

Royal Purple Street Synthetic Motor Oil - SAE 30, Quart Bottle, Pack of 12 Feature

• Greater Wear Protection on Startup
• Greatly Extends Oil Drain Intervals
• Saves Fuel
• Increases Horsepower
• Superior Corrosion Protection

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Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 15W40 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Review

Royal Purple Synthetic Engine Motor Oil 15W40 Multi-Grade 1 Quart Bottle Feature

• Greater wear protection
• Superior technology, Synerlec is Royal Purple's proprietary, lubricant technology that strengthens the oil to provide unmatched performance and protection
• Feel the Difference, the most frequent comment from customers is how they can feel the difference in their vehicles after switching to Royal Purple
• High film strength and reducing friction improves performance
• Increased oil life saves time, money, and the environment

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