Synthetic vs. Dino
 

Any opinions about the performance of these two oil chemistries?

On 9 Dec 2004 10:51:58 -0800, "VA_Tech_Hokies" >
wrote:

>Any opinions about the performance of these two oil chemistries?

If you change your oil and filter at 3000 mile intervals, you should
not notice much if any of a difference between them. Some people say
synthetic cleans your engine better. Don't know, never use the stuff.

Lg

VA_Tech_Hokies wrote:

> Any opinions about the performance of these two oil chemistries?

What do you mean by **two** chemistries?

So called "dino" oil may now include Type I or Type II/III
hydrocracked base oils. These are much better than "conventional"
oil made just 10 years ago.

Synthetic oils may include polyalphaolefin, polyol esters, etc.
Mobil 1 is a blend of several. They're still considered better
than conventional oils. Some manufacturers sell Type III based
oils as "synthetic". I personally wouldn't pay synthetic oil
prices for this stuff.

Depends on what your needs are. Size and maker of engine. What
ambient temps? Forced induction? There is no simple anwer.

On 9 Dec 2004 10:51:58 -0800, "VA_Tech_Hokies" > wrote:

||Any opinions about the performance of these two oil chemistries?

Yes, there are several.
Texas Parts Guy

If it was only two chemisties, that would be too simple. The
possibilities include: "Full", "100%" or whatever. Even the ILSAC or
API's symbol don't offer a solution. "Full" is not the same as "100%".
SM, SAE designation, will soon be seen on qualified lubricants,
synthetic or dino. My personal preference is Amsoil.
RH