Automakers Do Not recommend using Amsoil Signature series

[@NATESINTERACTIVEAUTO]

Tell me your thoughts on why Amsoil isn't used by car Manufacturers.

[@JeremyBlant]

Probably too expensive but any oil that advertises 25,000 mile oil changes has to be bad for a dealership that thrives on customers not knowing their maintenance schedule. Every car I’ve owned in the last 20 years has some kind of switch that requires a reset every 5000 miles. They use that to get people in there so they can “maintain” their car.

[@geoffreyb3337]

What about royal purple

[@RAMCO840]

@@geoffreyb3337 not good for winter.

[@RAMCO840]

@@geoffreyb3337 only for hot summer places.

[@snowdog993]

Full synthetic is not 100% synthetic. I use Amsoil in my vehicles. No problems at all and the lifespan is better than any other motor oil I have used. Believe what you want, but rest assured, it works and it does the job well. Why is it not recommended? Think about money lost from less frequent oil changes and cars lasting years past their prime. Dealerships want you to "upgrade" every so many years. Don't drive that outdated car. It's your choice. See my playlist if you like.

[@davewallace9048]

I’ve been a mechanic for over 40 years and used every oil on the planet. Amsoil signature is the best in my opinion!!

[@ralphwood8818]

I stopped changing oil in 1963 using Standard Delo 100 w 30 and a Frantz oil cleaner. All I use now is Walmart Super Tech. I have Motor Guard filters a Austrailian Jackmaster Classic some Gulf Coast juniors and a flat head Ford V8 canister filter converted to use 4 1/2 inch Scott 1000. I think the oil filters are more important than the oil. Put 250.000 miles on a 84 Subaru with no oil drains using Mobil 1 and a Frantz oil cleaner. I had Amsoil in the 5 speed. I was supposed to go back for a valve adjust. The dealer never saw me again.Never removed the valve covers.Took about 20 years. There was a time when Mercedes cars came new with re refined oil. When done right re refind oil is better than the first refined.. I was a mechanic for a re refiner. Most of it goes to the major oil companies.

[@StepsWay]

​@Ralph Wood to be fair. That doesn't sound so bad. But think about the 10s and 100s of times Walmart has changed their oil formulas.

[@Im_Old_Gregg]

Would you actually be willing to run an oil 25,000 miles? That seems to be the selling point on the signature series oil. Even if the oil will hold up that long is there any filter you can buy that will hold up for 25,000 miles?

[@Theshopowner]

@@Im_Old_Greggyea the Ams oil filter they sell that’s made for it

[@cherrysunburst1959]

@@Im_Old_Gregg I don't think anyone actually runs this for 25k miles. More an indicator of quality or Amsoil marketing.

[@hotroddude6551]

I have been running Amsoil in everything, for over 15 years, from gas, diesel, MX bikes both 2 & 4 stroke, quads and many of my race cars. Most over 800hp. A friend runs Dominator SAE60 in his 4500hp car and loves it. Never had any oil or lubrication failures or abnormal wear. When a 2 stroke can get over 200 hours of severe MX racing and still have compression 20psi under from a new piston/ring rebuild, that's saying something. Dominator 2 stroke had no spooge, piston and powervalves were near perfect and cylinder wall was still like new.

[@joshuaewalker]

My Civic gets 4500hp. In my dreams.

[@mcmuskie2563]

I’ve also had great performance using Amsoil. I change it earlier than they expect, oils cheap at the end of the day. My Turbo engines have ran well.

[@charlenedelamater4797]

I have been using Amsoil products for more than 20 years and have not had to work on my vehicles mechanically because of their great quality oils

[@Jr1987Gt]

I tried all of the over the counter synthetic oils on different vehicles over the years. I can honestly say that I am very pleased when switching to Amsoil signature series. The cars after switching just seemed to run better smoother and stronger. I also never had any issues running amsoil ever. Probably why manufacturers don't want us to use it to because I definitely think helps keeping your engine running longer. Amsoil is definitely not cheap but hey you get what you pay for.

[@Mike-01234]

They never said you can't run it what they say is you can't run it past the interval they require to change it. Amsoil MLM business model only works if they sell you the story about running the oil 25k mile intervals to offset the cost of their oil.

[@SKANK_HUNT49]

I like that pennzoil myself. Amsoil is ti high

[@dalephillips8250]

@@SKANK_HUNT49 Yep Pennziol Ultra Platinum was barely beat by Amsoil....so if you change your oil at 5000 intervals it may not make any difference to keep using Pennziol which is what I use. I may try Amsoil soon though.

[@LamontBoucherville]

Too be fair. Amsoil is not that expensive

[@mikefriday5325]

@@LamontBoucherville amsoil is very expensive

[@BigBear--]

Amsoil, Red Line, and Motul are some of the best lubricants out there. I have used pretty much all the oils out there, Eneos, Mobil 1, Castrol Edge, Pennzoil Ultra, Royal Purple, and others. I always ended up coming back to a mix of Amsoil, Red Line, and Motul lubricants. I primarily use Amsoil Signature for my engine oils, Red Line for my manual transmissions (MTL) and Hypoid gear oil for diffs, and Motul 600/660 for brake fluid.

[@johnr7022]

Facts the three best oils period.. Motul in my motorcycle, Amsoil in my jeep grand Cherokee, pennzoil ultra Platinum is great oil to second to amsoil in my opinion 👍

[@BigBear--]

@@johnr7022 Yeah the penzoil ultra platinum is not bad. True. Though given the choice I'd still go Amsoil or Motul. Especially cause I love Amsoil's Ea oil filters...and I'm an Amsoil member which gets me preferred cheaper pricing, and quick free next day or 2 day max, delivery. If you have at least 2 vehicles that you service twice a year each, it makes financial sense to join. I use much shorter oil change intervals, 5,000 for family daily drivers, and 3,000 for my FL5 Type-R, so I change fluids more often than twice a year. Not following the manufacturer specified extended drain intervals is one of the primary reasons you can really extend the life of your modern powertrain reliably.

[@ronladuke7235]

I have used Amsoil since the 1980s and it has kept my vehicles cars trucks boats motorcycles and yard care equipment in EXCELLENT CONDITION. My old lawnmower and chainsaw are about 40 years old lol!

[@margelatutrandafirulgalben3156]

Have you used amsoil saber? I am very interested in this particular oil because I intend to use it in a string trimmer and in chainsaws. What ratio do you recommend?

[@bradleysmith3121]

I have used Amsoil since 1978. They and Mobil 1 forced a response from the other oil companies to make a better product than they were. Oil back then left a lot to be desired. Through the years Valvoline was the best overall conventional oil there was. Amsoil is about quality and they continually push to make a better product. Now that they are recognized as a top tier lubricant, the others are forced to offer better products of their own. Instead of taking dumdassed pot shots at them. There is no oil that voids a warranty. All that criticize Amsoil should be thanking them. No oil company offers more information to their products and direct technical support than Amsoil. Tear down an engine that uses Amsoil compared to other oils and it is very clear, how much they reduce wear and deposits on daily driven vehicles. I have used many fine synthetic oils, bought them when they were cheap, etc. on a direct injection vehicle, I will only use Amsoil.

[@wiredforstereo]

The main downside is the multi level marketing. I signed up as a dealer once, and got to talk to a lot of those people. Gave me the heebeejeebees. I can't handle cultists.

[@richardlahan7068]

​@wiredforstereo That's kinda how I feel. Their marketing plan is overly complicated, and it feels a bit like they're selling Amway.

[@wiredforstereo]

@richardlahan7068 Well, yeah, that's pretty much exactly what it is, multi-level marketing, MLM. Cutco is also MLM, and I got looped into that for a few weeks out if high school, but that sort of thing skeezes me out. I can't deal with people with alterior motives. I do like Amsoil. I have zero complaints with the product aside from the price. Looking at more real world style tests, they always do very well, and their filters are very good. I have run extended drain intervals on most things I own (three cars, 2 semi trucks, a school bus, and numerous smaller engines, diesel and gas) and never one single issue. They always start and their starts are a lot less dry than with other oils. Never blown an engine. And the one car that I had that went full life cycle was totaled at 330k miles with zero issues, oil only changed once per year. The only vehicle I haven't used Amsoil in is my 6.7 Ford because I don't trust it for fuel dilution and I want to get through the warranty, I use Rotella T6, but still with Amsoil filter.

[@jarimando]

If you start using amsoil. You will never use another oil in your truck. I use it for the last 20 years. No issue.

[@chris61670]

Even at 50000 trans flush the fluid still looks great as well!

[@dalephillips8250]

What truck do you have and how many miles so far? I may try amsoil oil ....I've already ordered diff fluid from amsoil as I'm going to change out my front and read diffs on my Tundra.

[@mikeprice8307]

It's making my car blue smoke a puff on startup

[@Rick4345]

I don’t even drive enough miles when I change my oil. I usually end up changing it on the time schedule. The interval is 6 months or 6,000 miles. Why should I spend 17 dollars a quart for oil? I use Royal Purple or Mobil 1. As for filters, I use Wix.

[@Fireman24TO]

I change my oil evert season, I use Pennzoil full synthetic 5w 30, I have a 1996 Volvo 275,893. I get an engine flush from Walmart and every oil change I add Marvel's Mystery Oil, so will Amsoil replace all the hassle? I'm trying to get to 1M miles?

[@steveashworth6707]

It's all about money!, been using amszoil since the late 70's in my trucks and cars and my race cars!, not once have I ever had a problem!.

[@Mike-01234]

I have been running Pennzoil in my cars, trucks, boats and racecars since the 1960's never had a problem cost me lot less then Amsoil did.

[@edwardogarcia5800]

I been using vavoline full synthetic With wix filter and never had an engine break

[@mikecacciatore543]

Amsoil is king. Once you use it you will know the difference.

[@bassheadlife492]

I've been running walmart supertech since the 20s in all my vehicles and never had a problem!

[@stevennunez6013]

As long as you keep up on maintenance you’ll be fine I work at a Chevy dealership in Arizona where it gets around 120 degrees sometimes it’s also very dusty must cars now have aluminum bearings no copper modern engines have direct injection there’s a lot of fuel dilution as a result from using this type of system it doesn’t matter what type of oil you use it’s not going to prevent the byproducts of the combustion process the longer you wait to change your oil the more acidic it will become and as I mentioned earlier the main bearings are now made out of aluminum only that along with prolonged oil changes these bearings will just get eaten up I’ve gone to court over warranty claims regarding amsoils 20k-25k oil change interval

[@lylereinier4989]

Amsoil is the best. Been using it for 22 years.

[@rizwan.hakeem]

which car, oil grade and how many miles?

[@JAMESYBOY.]

@@rizwan.hakeem lol why do I get the feeling, that he doesn't even have a car yet 😅

[@rtaggs8178]

Amsoil's Signature Series has Mobil as their base oil. Amsoils lesser oils used Citgo and Conoco Phillips 66 for their other base oils. Hell, at least Mobil does all theirs in house.

[@Marco-fi6gv]

👍🏼

[@RubbinRobbin]

@@rtaggs8178 amsoil is 100% synthetic, how in the hell does one substance somehow a brand, no, its a compound that can be generated off the periodic table and given a name somehow associated with a shitty company to add impuritied into it to degrade vehiclds overtime and increase the use of their snakeoil products.

[@HallucinatingHell]

I think auto manufacturers know that Amsoil makes one of the best oils for your car but they are not willing to justify the price. Add on top of that seems most people will go 20,000+ miles without changing the oil.

[@boystoyz8922]

Swapped all my bikes to Amzoil some years ago. After about 2 years I switched to Amzoil in my vehicles also. I even started using their gun oil on all my guns. The only thing I use that is not Amzoil brand is engine ice for coolant. I use engine ice in all my bikes, no antifreeze at all. My bikes run alot cooler in summer months with engine ice and it's non corrosive unlike antifreeze. Amzoil and engine ice is a damn good mixture to keep you vehicle running top notch. But I also try to use Shell or Cheveron gas due to the quality of there fuel. I try to avoid the no name gas stations. But you can't always do that but win I can I do.

[@Marco-fi6gv]

Sound like me. I do same. Use signature series and still run 5k intervals use, gun oil, amsoil gear lube and ATF. Also prefer shell, Chevron, Exxon and don't go to no name or to convenience store gas unless it's an absolute emergency.

[@keithisom5557]

I’ve used Amsoil in everything I own for over 30 years! All their products are superior to other products on the market! Cars, diesel truck, 4-wheeler, chainsaw, Harley, you name it! Outstanding product! Highly recommend!

[@danteerskine7678]

But inferior in the European market, hence why amsoil is only known in the US. Motul and shell have been selling group 4 and group 5 engine oils. With the aggressive price tag, motul is my go to engine oil

[@jimsix9929]

I believe Amsoil is the best oil you can get, but I use Pennzoil platinum, it has to be a true full synthetic as it is made from natural gas , not crude oil, I like the fact that it has less carbon, the stuff the turns things black, and it is easy to get, so for those reasons I will settle for 2nd best

[@MrCROBosanceros]

Today I purchased a big load of Amsoil Signature Series motor oil 5W-30, and 0W-30 viscosity. Enough for one year and two cars. Shipping was free (with over $ 130.00 (CAD) of purchase), and becoming a "preferred" customer I got a discount. I would pay much more for the top-grade Pennzoil, Mobil 1, Royal Purple, or Red Line oil in the local store. The purpose of motor oil is to lubricate, cool, and clean the engine. I don't care about the Amsoil (or anybody else) claims for long drain intervals. Their oil could protect the engine for a long time but how do you clean that engine? I'm still changing oil and oil filters every three months or every 5000 kilometers (3100 miles), whichever comes first.

[@nunyobizkneez]

oil companies will be your best friend (aka "preferred customer") at those change intervals. Im assuming you have NEVER done any independent oil testing to prove your claims or what you THINK is better for your engines. You might be surprised at how long oil change intervals can go and still maintain lubricity, temps and retention of contaminants. Enjoy wasting your CAD $.

[@jredd801]

Maybe your just old using that out dated schedule.. i change my oil once a year

[@MrCROBosanceros]

@@jredd801 Good for you! Try every two years or maybe every three years. Europeans change the oil every 15000 miles. I guess that's the reason I never see the older good running cars over there.

[@GoldenCroc]

@@MrCROBosanceros Just stumbled upon this comment, so I want to clarify some things. First of all, the other guys are right, the oil is good for more than 20 000km in normal driving, no need to change every 5000km. Secondly, european oil change interval can go upwards of 40 000km with some car brands, so even more than 15000 miles. This is ok with a correctly designed engine that works as it should. Unfortunately, often one of these factors fail, and it makes the system more sensitive. I use 35 000 - 40 000 intervals in my work vehicle that sees a lot of miles. No problems at all with good oils. For general, lower milage use, 15 000-20 000 km is ok. Lastly: The fact that you have "never seen" older good running cars in europe are down to a multitude of factors, but for sure not the oil changes. Those factors can be for example export of older cars to other places you didnt visit, more stringent yearly testing of older cars to have them be road legal, etc. On average, european cars are still older than North American market ones. Cheers mate.

[@mikegoddard7354]

Amsoil is fire. I've been using Amsoil now for 2 years plus, on 4 vehicles, and honestly it is by far the best oil ive ever used. It's proven by testing as well, and improves fuel economy a tiny bit. On my vehicles with turbos it eats less oil. The engine runs smoother. Also to me feels like you get a tiny bit more power too, but it may just be the engine running smoother. I do an oil change every 5,000 miles with their 25,000 mile oil and it comes out crystal clean always. But my vehicles have always been well maintained and all my previous oils had similar results maybe just a tad bit darker but nearly the same as new oil. I mean I got no clue, so far i've used the product on 5 vehicles, and 1 rental car since I was going for a very long distance journey and I dont know what was in it and was trying to maximize fuel economy. I've noticed this on a total of 6 engines. Also, even though you feel a change the first time, it's not until about the third change that it seems to be in full swing on your motor.

[@FranciscoHernandez-dq7rf]

You can run more than just 5k I put 15k or 6 months of use and oil it’s barely a notch burn down no issues just keep a good quality filter but it’s just my opinion

[@mikegoddard7354]

@@FranciscoHernandez-dq7rf Totally agree with you, only thing is some of the vehicles I drive are being driven continuously for upwards of 8 hours per day. Since it is not average or typical driving conditions, this is when I am being over the top. All my other vehicles get a change about once per year, which is about 6-7k driven. If I am not pushing the car more than your typical routine trips I am not concerned. I do my own services so I do not care about the cost of the parts, I always use the best of everything cause it still costs me less than taking my car to the dealer and having that mid grade crap being put into it. I personally use K&N filters or when available which it hasn't been for a long time the amsoil filter

[@frazer9]

If you oil is coming out crystal clean that means it's not doing it's job lol

[@xXAlexbXx-hl9nf]

@@frazer9 or it means his motor is clean from the constant oil changes. All those detergents in every oil get used up within the first 5k. If you change religiously it is common for your oil to look clean, it means it is doing its job.

[@franchisefred4066]

Save your hard earned money and just change your oil at the recommended intervals 😂😂😂

[@jamescline8055]

All I use is Amsoil. From my chainsaw to my diesel truck. 254,000 no problems at all.

[@miket2172]

I wish I knew this years ago I just switched to Amsoil at 200k miles I used mobile 1 since new hopefully I can cruze past 300k miles crossing fingers

[@jedi03master]

That's a ridiculous number of miles on that chainsaw!

[@John-yf4ie]

I began using Amsoil signature when my harley Fat Boy idle was not as great using Syn3. My harley mechanic advised using amsoil and a total difference in sound, starting and idle. So I tried using the Amsoil sigature Series in both our Jeeps. Couldn't be happier!! I ordered a new 2021 Jeep Gladiator and began using the Amsoil Signature Series 0w-20 and the Mopar filter. after 4,000 miles and 6 months. I sent a sample to Blackstone Lab. The results were outstanding. The lab noted the no wear on engine sample!! Like new!!! I now stick with Amsoil!!! None better!!!!

[@Countryguy5967]

I've been running Amsoil in my car for a few years now. Same in my Dads truck, and my parents cars. I can definitely say they all run smoother, and quieter. I have noticed less wear metals when I change my oil. I do admit it costs more. I do pay for the preferred customer membership (saves 25% off my orders). I change my cars oil ever 5k miles. So it more than pays for itself. As well as getting cash back you can use on your orders.

[@soylencer]

I'll tell you what, about the price: The Amsoil OE formula is ~$7.30 a quart with the discount -- I can barely get the Auto Zone house brand dino oil for that price. But the real winner is the Signature Series, it's like $11/Qt but it's like 10-20k intervals. I could maybe spend 30% less on the actual oil but I'd have to change it three times more often. Even in my Smart the Amsoil Euro mix was still clean at double the recommended interval. Starting to get toasty and needed a top off, in fairness, but clean enough to not have to worry about sludging my engine up after missing a change and I had a family emergency out of state (which has happened multiple times). I think a lot of people need to look at this stuff like an investment. Nevermind what it saves me in maintenance costs. You buy good Bosch wipers at $30 each and they'll last for for years, or you can have cracked rubber nubs after 18 months for $16 a pair.

[@Countryguy5967]

@Soylencer Agreed. I still change the oil in my GTI every 5k miles. The TSI motor in those cars can be hard on oil. I took my car to my mechanic to see how much life I have left on the timing chain. He said my car runs so extremely smoothly from changing the oil as much as I do. Oil is cheap insurance to keep your engine running long and strong

[@soylencer]

@@Countryguy5967 at the same time I do try not to be so rough on the environment, and in addition to long intervals saving oil, healthy engines run cleaner. Plus iirc, synthetics are cleaner in the first place.

[@Countryguy5967]

@@soylencer Agreed

[@TheArchetypeGamer]

I've been using amsoil since I was 18. Every car I own uses amsoil signature series, my current vehicle has over 222K miles. I change my oil every 15k with an amsoil filter. I do all my own maintenance and repairs. I run amsoil dual clutch transmission fluid in my manual transmission. On long road trips I get 38 to 40 mpg. My sticker on my car says 36 mpg. I also run a catch can to lower the amount oil my car burns. So my catalytic converter last longer.

[@aarons19bullitt]

I went 18 months/12k miles on my 1996 Toyota Avalon on 5w30 Amsoil Signature Series. Oil change was done at 215k miles and I drove it 18 months to 227k at time of new oil change. I sent a sample to Blackstone Labs and guess what, the oil still had active additives in it and passed all test. Wear metals were very low for how long I went on the oil change interval. I went past 1 year purposely to put it thru my own research and Blackstone had very satisfactory results. I will change it at the 1 year mark to ensure quality and perfection. I also did a 1 year test on a 2017 Ford Explorer with the n/a v6. It calls for 5w20 and it went one year with 17k miles. 50k miles at oil change to one year with 67k miles when the Oil sample was sent to Blackstone and the oil was still good. Everything was still within spec. I run Amsoil in everything I have. 2012 Shelby GT500, 1996 Toyota Avalon (work commuter), and my recent purchase, a 2021 Jeep Wrangler rubicon w/ the v6.

[@NATESINTERACTIVEAUTO]

Very informative and i appreciate you taking time out of your day to share with the NIA community

[@mikesoychulo]

Hi. Im spanish. There is a spanish channel of youtube that makes vídeos about oils. He makes vídeos talking about the composittion of the oils, the fisical properties etc... He made a video about the amsoil 5w30 signature series and its a very very good oil... A very good base, 15% ester... Much better than mobil1 5w30 and valvoline that its the worst of all.. The mobil1 5w30 its a good oil with the best relation quality/price... But the amsoil its from other galaxy If u want to see it. " la taberna del motor" amsoil signature series 5w30. Its in spanish... But u can use de translator an there u can see de fisical properties... TAN, TBN, boiling point etc etc...

[@aarons19bullitt]

@@mikesoychulo thanks for the info. When I send my samples to Blackstone, I have them do a TBN report as well. Everything is on the report I get back from them from my sample.

[@dgunearthed7859]

ah my friend, scotty kilmer would not be happy with your jeep purchase. With the avalon and the gt500, now that's a winning combination!

[@mikesoychulo]

@@aarons19bullitt The most important thing you have to see for the oil change is the reserve alkaline that is the diference between TBN and TAN... The reverve alkaline never must be under the 20% that when the oil is new. Amsoil 5w30 signature series has the biggest reserve alkaline of all 5w30 low sapps with low hths, also has the biggest boiling point... I have seen lots of oils analisis and amsoil its the best... Better for me than red line even whem red line has a 30% base ester from 15% of amsoil. If the TBN has a good level in the oil analisis is not good enough because TBN goes down with the mileage and TAN increases... So if TAN its too high its dangerous for the engine, means that its too acid... So oil must be changed when the diference between TBN and TAN its close to 20% that it was when the oil is new. Sorry about my bad english.

[@redlywaxer]

If you use the correct Amsoil oil, filter, and trans fluid early in the life of a vehicle and change as Amsoil recommends, you put yourself in a position to have a much better running and longer lasting powertrain for the long haul.

[@cflip7452]

True but you can do that with any oil and filter:). Kinda like wiping your ass😂! You keep up with it and it’s good for the long haul!

[@LA_Commander]

I've used Walmart oil and OEM filter for over 20 years on my two cars and have over 300,000 miles on them with no engine issues. No ticking noise, no oil consumption, and no leaks. How about that.

[@Maynardd]

@@LA_Commander if you change your oil every 3000 miles, any oil is effective.

[@LA_Commander]

@@Maynardd That's a very good point. Too bad I only changed mine every 5,000

[@stevel1475]

@@LA_Commander I change mine like 2000 miles when it starts getting dark(most city driving in traffic)I use name brand whatever is on sale and Fram ExtraG filters. Valvoline, Mobil, and Quaker State. Castrol and Pennzoil are still more money when on sale.

[@nicoh3277]

I use Amsoil signature for 2 years since i realized my dream of a Challenger Scat Pack. The hemi is running quite Hot, so i wanted the best oil in the engine. From the beginning i have a really good feeling to go with amsoil. I change once per year, but the Dodge is just my Hobby and runs far less than 2500 miles per year. So i skip the 6 months cycle that dodge wants to have. Greetings from germany

[@natvega1]

Cheap people shouldn't have expensive cars.😮

[@nicoh3277]

@@natvega1 so you go with Fiat? Thats ok.

[@BenDover-zm5mr]

@@natvega1he uses Amsoil, he’s literally NOT cheap lol

[@charlenedelamater4797]

I have a 97 Nissan Maxima with 300,000 Mi on the engine and transmission and it runs like it's brand new! Thank you Amsoil

[@alexandercuello3168]

Well I don’t know the science behind engine oils but I do know this. While using Mobil 1 EP I noticed that I was burning 1/4 qt every 1k. Then switched to Castrol edge and the burning issue improved to close to 1/4 qt every 2500k miles. I now use Amsoil XL and the burning issue is not present anymore even after 6k Miles plus the engine runs a little quieter and my gas mileage improved a little. That tells me that either my Honda pilot is picky when it comes to oil or Amsoil is making a really good oil. That being said I’ve been using Amsoil on the transmission and transfer case as well. If you become a member you get a cheaper preferred customer price I do my own oil changes so I’m saving $$ anyways. In reality if you go to a decent shop for an oil change it will cost more than you buying Amsoil if you DIY.

[@robertogomez8100]

The important thing is to get a top quality oil, I think that as long as your engine gets protected it doesn't matter if your oil comes from a dinosaur rib or from a lab. Good quality Full Synthetic oils can go up to 10k miles without issues and I wouldn't go longer than that no matter which lubricant I get. Haven't tried Amsoil because is too expensive if you don't get a membership, so I use Pentosin, Castrol, Eneos or even Mobil 1 and haven't had any problems.

[@aaasynthetics741]

It's no more expensive than any other competition. If you have to change your oil less your actually saving money. If you stick with OEM change intervals go with Amsoil OE oil. Cheaper and still 100% Synthetic.. Not full synthetic,

[@soylencer]

The OE oil is like $7 a quart. That membership price is nothing, you make it back on one order and you only have to do one or two drains a year. Heck, ask a car friend to split it with you. Even at 11$ for their top tier, it's a once-a-year drain for most drivers. Pays for itself.

[@grabbag6314]

Use a good oil ( Pennzoil Ultra Platinum ) and change it every 5000 miles. Don’t forget a good filter ( Mobil 1, Wix, K&N )Do that and you’ll never have an oil related problem

[@daniellang6112]

Amsoil is priceless peace of mind! Period!

[@darktoadone5068]

I've used AMSOIL for twenty plus years and the hell with what makers say.

[@6548ww]

As long as you change your oil and filter on a regular routine you should be fine using any of the major oil brands

[@TheBeatenPaths]

They're all playing with marketing terms. The government allows you to put Full Synthetic on your label if 25% of the ingredients are Synthetic. But the consumer thinks they're getting a 100% synthetic oil. They're not! Amsoil is 100% synthetic, not a Blend, not Full...... but 100%. And, if you follow the drain intervals on their Signature oils, Amsoil actually saves you money.

[@ezrawaters6653]

Full synthetic oils are Group 3 base oil. 100% synthetic oils are Group 4 or 5 base oil.

[@ezrawaters6653]

A full synthetic oil can contain 100% Group 3 base oil. Group 3 is derived from Crude, however it’s been hydrocracked and refined to where it performs nearly as well as group 4 base oil

[@charlesolinger6250]

I use amsoil ss but just can't go over 5 thousand miles.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

@@charlesolinger6250 Well, you're getting good performance and have to have a mighty clean engine. 👍☺️

[@thinkforyourself5672]

@@charlesolinger6250 Same here bro. I use Amsoil SS and change it at 5000 miles religiously. My Tuner and mechanic both say keep doing what you're doing. It's only helping the engine. Why push it to 15,000 or 20,000 miles? There is no reason imo. Even Honda claims 10,000 mile intervals for my Type R and even using SS I'm not comfortable with that. I would never think about doing that with any cheap basic brand

[@Cultofpersonality09129]

I use Amsoil because I have an account and I get it cheaper than the other synthetics. All these oils are good. Just run a good filter and do your oil changes on time and you’ll be fine.

[@ronaldaustin9138]

I am a fan of Amsoil lubricants, but did have an issue with it's oil. Put it in a '83 307 Oldsmobile and it drank almost 3 quarts in 500 miles. I topped it off with regular Valvoline, and it stopped burning it. I ran it later on in a '88 4.3 chevy and had no issues.

[@SmoothLounge7]

I’ve used it on my 2011 Camry, 2015 Suburban, 2016 Sprinter passenger, 2017 and 19 Subaru foresters. It is hands down the best oil to use. Have used mobile one synthetic for years but when I switched some years ago I will never go back. Yes it’s more expensive but I’m paying for piece of mind. Less wear, better gas mileage, quieter engine, engine runs cooler. It makes a difference for me.

[@Bacnow]

-Change your oil and filter every 5k miles (regardless of OEM or oil mfgs recommended extended intervals)! -Use ONLY full synthetic oil (tip: if you are on a budget, then keep in mind that both Walmart brand and Costco brands are made by the same company and are highly rated) -You have just done the best thing possible to enhance the longevity of your car’s engine!

[@paulmcmorrow9640]

Full synthetic are designed to last 10k or above. I can’t understand why people swap out synthetic oil at 5k, you should use semi synthetic.

[@Bacnow]

@@paulmcmorrow9640 - keep in mind that a 5qt bottle of full synthetic is less than $5 more than regular oil and within $3 of synthetic blend! But, allow me to share the response from a 2021 car dealership news article: “As you use your motor oil, contaminants from the combustion process (that is, gasoline exploding in your cylinders) will start to build up in your oil. This is a good thing: it means that those contaminants, moisture, and carbon aren't accumulating on your valves, pistons, and other places they shouldn't be. One benefit of getting an oil change is flushing all of that stuff out. Synthetic oil lasts much longer than conventional motor oil, but it still degrades and loses its lubricating properties as it's used. So, if using motor oil and getting it hot degrades the oil, why does it also go bad after 6 months if you don't drive it a lot? It seems like a paradox, but there's another piece of the puzzle. Something oil does when it gets up to operating temperature is evaporate water. Water gets into the engine through the air intake and other places, since there's always some degree of moisture in the air. When the engine is hot, that water evaporates and is either whisked away into the exhaust or absorbed into the oil. If you aren't driving your car much, condensation can build up in the engine. If you aren't driving very far, the oil doesn't get hot enough to evaporate that water. Exposing the oil to moisture degrades the oil as much as running the engine hard for 5,000 miles. The solution is to flush all that stuff out with fresh oil every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. Thankfully, you don't need to remember. We print both numbers on a sticker for you.”

[@manalorp]

i'm using amsoil 0W-20 signature series @25k miles oil change interval. Never had any issues. 2010 Toyota prius w/ almost 250k miles. Amsoil is best!

[@VROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM]

@@Bacnow Even a lot of new car manufacturers say oil changes between 7,500 and 10,000. I've seen them as high as 18,000 miles for a certain truck. The synthetic oil company even says on most bottles that 10,000 is fine or one year. For the last 20 years or more I only change my oil once a year. 300,000 mile so far on this truck. 5000 is for regular oil. Synthetic really can go for 10,000 miles or one year.

[@beefstickswellington1203]

I had Blackstone Labs test my oil and around %20 of the preservatives/buffer life was still left in the oil after 15k miles. No thanks on the 5K interval. AMSoil filters are the best on the market and extend any oil you use, so I use the Mobil1 15k extended life to balance cost. Works great.

[@samuelcarstens6152]

Used amsoil in semi trucks, diesel and gas pickups and cars for 15 years with very good results. About 10 years ago bought Mobil 1 on sale. It started burning off 3000 miles earlier than amsoil in a year old gas pickup. Have not bothered buying anything else on sale again.

[@honkie247]

Very strange. I contacted both GMC and Toyota when I bought the respective new trucks from both manufacturers and asked if Amsoil signature oil would void my warranty. It took a few weeks, but both manufacturers stated that it would not void their warranty. Perhaps someone is looking for some screen time.

[@kc62474]

Amsoil is a true Group 4. Any oil that claims to be a synthetic,but contains any lower Group isn't a true synthetic. Germany doesn't allow many of our major brands to called a true synthetic because they aren't. Regarding a possible problem with a true synthetic for a car. There may be a valid reason regarding lubricity for your vehicle that a group 3 provides. The bottom line is to use whatever group or specific oil your car manufacturer says.

[@mikesoychulo]

Amsoil is a 60% pao group 4 + 15% ester group 5

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

@@mikesoychulo what’s the other 25%

[@mikesoychulo]

@@LoveLikeaHurricane Well... The oils formulation is a secret... We only can know the formulation in the oil because they have to say what of its formulation is dangerous for the environment, some pao are...and in the spectography. In the spectography we can deduct that it has a 15% of ester... The other 25% its dificult to know... Could be PAO because not all pao are dangerous for enviroment. Coud be hc... Anyway in my opinion that 25% its not pao and no ester because the brads use diferent tipes of aditives... Calcium( C ), molibdene ( Mb ), Boro ( B), Magmesium ( Mg ).... and these aditives must be dissolved in an oil base... The brands use the base where the aditives they use dissolve better... Thats why ull never find a 100% base pao oil... And if u find it the brabd olny could use aditives that disolve in pao oil... Sorry about my bad english... I hope u can understand ehat im trying to tell u.

[@stevel1475]

Heard that OE is Hydrocracked a group 3 oil. Not sure about XL maybe partial 3 and 4 mix. I am sure Signature Series is true synthetic.

[@jimn.9990]

@@stevel1475: Amsoil produces "100% Synthetic" Motor Oils in their line of Signature Series, Entended Life (formerly XL), Hybrid, High Mileage, OE, Europeaan Oils, Diesel Oils, 2 Stroke, 4 Stroke, as well in their ATF, DCT and CVT Fluids and the Gear Lubes for the differentials! I apologize for potentially leaving out by omission any other Amsoil item that is also 100% Synthetic. Rafe Britton, a former Lubrication Engineer at Mobil and the creator of a number of highly educational KZbin Videos under the heading of “Lubrication Explained,” states in one of his videos that in order for an oil company to call its oil product 100% synthetic, it must be composed of either a Class IV Synthetic (PAO) and/or Class V Synthetic (such as Esters), while being completely devoid of refined petroleum. You can examine the Safety Data Sheets of the "Full Synthetic" Oils, Fluids and Gear Lubes, where you will discover that the vast majority are mostly composed of hydrocracked petroleum oil, a Class III Synthetic (extra refined petroleum to mostly eliminate impurities, but it doesn’t get totally get rid of then entirely). Amsoil's precise formulation of their products is closely guarded secret with some degree of proprietary ingredients. Why the cost difference between the Signature Series (SS) and the OE? PAOs come in two different varieties: mPAO and a cPAO. Whereas the mPAOs present higher performance qualities (but is more expensive to produce) than the cPAOs, I surmise the SS uses the mPAOs, while they use cPAOs for the OE. Also, the SS uses a higher amount of top-shelve additives.

[@Lucifer_334]

I have tried almost every kind of oil on my car Mobil , pennzoil , castrol, Royal purple, liqul moly, Shell, Motul. And i can say Amsoil is the best.

[@wd8779]

how do you know

[@Lucifer_334]

@ with amsoil the engine runs so smooth and also it’s cleans it and i have checked by myself although i live in very hot climate Amsoil is something special been using it for almost 4 years

[@jdjonesiii]

Amsoil is good but not worth the difference in price between them and other good oils. Splitting hairs on stats. Change your oil on time and on mileage. That is more important than the brand of oil you use.

[@tsgt2007]

I use Amsoil SS on my 17 accord LX with 26,700 miles and no issues. It’s runs like a top.

[@MybackHurtz1]

Honda engines run on any oil that well, it's not the amsoil.

[@tsgt2007]

Yes, I agree with you but not like Amsoil. This oil is at another level. I have 7K driven and it still feels like the first day I changed it back in November 2020.

[@enriqueaguilar8788]

Is Honda not the oil.

[@tsgt2007]

@@enriqueaguilar8788 Honda is definitely great but Amsoil SS makes a big difference compared to other engine oil especially Honda oil.

[@cflip7452]

Sure it ran good with the factory oil too😂! People are Nuts the oil subject🤪 Pay more so we think it’s better🤔

[@graycloud057]

Back in the 1970’s thru the early 1990’s good oil was Texaco Havoline, Exxon Uniflo, and of course Valvoline. There was Quaker State, but those who used it, usually found out why the rest of us did not. As another has commented, AMSOIL got the attention of the big oil companies, and raised the bar. You can rest assured that AMSOIL is the pinnacle of quality and in no way or fashion will it void a warranty.

[@scottgalbreath5707]

Another thing most consumers tend to forget about is that it'll cost you more money in the long run to keep changing cheaper full synthetic/semi-synthetic oils vs a true synthetic. Cheaper oils break down faster, the detergents and additives and base stocks degrade a lot faster and don't have near the drain intervals of other true synthetic oils. Let's not forget the amount of coking deposits cheaper oils leave behind, they have a higher burn rate and oxide easier. As the saying goes, pay once and cry once, or pay a lot more later. Sadly, oil is NOT oil. The best oil's you can buy are group 4/5 Poly Alpha Olefins/Esters. Mineral based oils sold today are nothing more than glorified conventional oils.

[@oneninerniner3427]

yes group I II & III are petroleum base oils. Group III is the new synthetic designated as such by the API & others and it is a highly refined hydrocracked petroleum base. With group IV PAO & V Polyester being chemically synthesized true synthetic bases.

[@10614or]

I've been using Amsoil since 1975 and will continue with it until something better comes along.

[@LJK69187]

Amsoil is the best , Period!!

[@rtaggs8178]

That is subjective. I used Amsoil on a perfect running Chevy S-10 engine with zero mechanical problems and low miles. Put the required weight in with a Wix XP filter. Started it up and it maxed out the oil pressure gauge. Went back to another brand and problem went away. Great way to blow up and oil pump. Won't touch it again. I know guys that circle track race using Amsoil, it is nothing special Amsoils top tier uses Mobil synthetic oil as there base oil, thats a fact.

[@LJK69187]

@@rtaggs8178 Sounds like you have an axe to grind because that is totally false being that I have worked in the industry 40 years!!!

[@rtaggs8178]

@@LJK69187 No axe to grind. Just reporting what I see with my own eyes. I have seen what the end product can do on engines. Working and seeing things in a lab are totally different than the real world of racing. Drag racing and circle track results are what I've seen, been there on engine teardowns. Do have training on automotive and aircraft. When it comes to Amsoil, they are just a blender like most companies.

[@LJK69187]

@@rtaggs8178 being in the industry 40 years , fleet owner, engine builder. I have never seen anything like you describe!!! And I have done more than I can count blackstone labs analysis and the numbers have always exceeded what any other oil can produce period ! So your argument is way past invalid!!!!

[@rtaggs8178]

@@LJK69187 No argument. Just stated what I have seen and yours is different. Fact is Amsoil is just a blender, that is a fact as are most, that does not put it in a bad category. I never said Amsoil is bad, its just nothing special. I've done the blackstone lab thing also, I' m required to at work. Results, nothing special about any of them. I just have got nothing to show on paper via Blackstone or any other lab we have used that show it's anything special. Different shop may have different results.

[@codygentry9472]

Ive been an Amsoil dealer for years. There are several reasons it doesn’t sell. Myths, initial cost, and inter business shenanigans. So an individual may sware by granddad saying 3k miles. The cost up front cant be understood by many, and the cheap oil companies are in bed with service shops. It if a felony to deny warranty claims based on a brand used. Magnason moss warranty act. Manufacturing doesn’t use it because they want cars coming back to the dealers and people buying new cars every few years.

[@djoj1986]

I'm Chrysler master tech since 2005. I always use Amsoil on all my cars and my entire family, too, since I'm their mechanic. Never had issues on my 14 charger 5.7 and 16 challenger 6.4. I go 8000 on the charger and 6000 on the challenger. I never have lifter ticking noise on start up. Most of my co-workers use pensoil that the shop has and their engines tick right after the oil change and on cold starts. Sure is expensive, tho.

[@jasonhall8706]

The beauty of choice. I always say 9 times out of 10 you are going to get what you pay for. Premium product come with a premium price. Many quality engine oils on the market I can think of the top 5 that comes to mind. Also many people will find a oil that works well for their application and stick with that brand for life especially if one has had no oil related issues with the particular brand. Like Jeans some like Levis and some like wranglers.

[@williamjackson2983]

Been a drag racer since the early 90’s. (The track not the street! Well a little late night light to light every now and then.) NHRA licensed and all! As far as oils, I have used them all, made the switch from Kendal (the green oil) about 10 years ago. Just my opinion but Amsoil is the best and is my only choice. Since using it I have never had an oil failure. That’s saying a lot when you build multi thousand dollar motors for pure abuse. Sure, I’ve lost motors because of lost oil pressure, lean conditions, and nitrous melted pistons, but never directly related to the properties of the oil. Currently I have 10 vehicles, and service my lawn equipment too. That makes about 14 motors I run and Amsoil is in every one of them!

[@NemadjiOutdoors]

I have been using Amsoil for 25 years and has never failed me. I do notice the Signature oil is dirtier in my 19Tundra and am afraid to let it go to 25k. I do change the cartridge at 12.5k. My thought is the new paper filters aren't as good as the old can style.

[@dustin9967]

I have yet to find a lawyer to help with a warranty denial that would be aligned under Magnusson Moss. That's the problem.

[@masongray9046]

I just purchased 2021 f150 3.5 eco did first oil change @ 5k plan on 10k intervals I only average about 12 k a year I used your signature series I think it will be worth the money

[@valkyrie6926]

I use to use Mobil one full synthetic. I changed and went to Amsoil 100% synthetic, I like Amsoil better, not saying that mobil one isn’t a good oil. I’m just saying I like Amsoil better. I use it in my truck, and my wife’s SUV, and in my 4 stroke boat engine.

[@BilgePump]

Amzoil -> Signature

[@YooperDanKulka]

I just got to my 600 mile break in period on my Kawasaki z 400 2022 54 mpg top speed of 110. Noticed it ran smoother and quieter. So far I went from 48 mpg to 54 mpg. Will know more when I do my second oil and filter change.

[@reeksreeks3017]

What I understand is after the lawsuit full synthetic can now mean partial or mostly synthetic and only labeling “100% synthetic “means exactly that.

[@JohnnyUtah9173]

Yep. Turns out 100% synthetic and full synthetic are the same thing. Apparently, Amsoil is a 100% blend of group 3 and group 4 base stock just like full synthetics are. Pursuant to a 1990’s law suit between Castrol and Mobil 1, courts ruled that group 3 and 4 base oils are synthetic, therefore any oil that contains one or both of those groups, regardless of proportions, can be called synthetic. So as long as Amsoil contains group 3, even if it’s 100% group 3, they can legally call it 100% synthetic. Thus, 100% synthetic and full synthetic are synonymous. Amsoil admitted this in one of their own blogs.

[@jimn.9990]

​@@JohnnyUtah9173; Amsoil produces "100% Synthetic" Motor Oils in their line of Signature Series, Entended Life (formerly XL), Hybrid, High Mileage, OE, Europeaan Oils, Diesel Oils, 2 Stroke, 4 Stroke, as well in their ATF, DCT and CVT Fluids and the Gear Lubes for the differentials! I apologize for potentially leaving out by omission any other Amsoil item that is also 100% Synthetic. Rafe Britton, a former Lubrication Engineer at Mobil and the creator of a number of highly educational KZbin Videos under the heading of “Lubrication Explained,” states in one of his videos that in order for an oil company to call its oil product 100% synthetic, it must be composed of either a Class IV Synthetic (PAO) and/or Class V Synthetic (such as Esters), while being completely devoid of refined petroleum. You can examine the Safety Data Sheets of the "Full Synthetic" Oils, Fluids and Gear Lubes, where you will discover that the vast majority are mostly composed of hydrocracked petroleum oil, a Class III Synthetic (extra refined petroleum to mostly eliminate impurities, but it doesn’t get totally get rid of then entirely). Amsoil's precise formulation of their products is closely guarded secret with some degree of proprietary ingredients. Why the cost difference between the Signature Series (SS) and the OE? PAOs come in two different varieties: mPAO and a cPAO. Whereas the mPAOs present higher performance qualities (but is more expensive to produce) than the cPAOs, I surmise the SS uses the mPAOs, while they use cPAOs for the OE. Also, the SS uses a higher amount of top-shelve additives. I read that blog you mentioned, which has since disappeared and I totally disagreed with it! I didn't recognize the name of the gentleman who wrote it and he appeared to not be an employee of Amsoil.

[@rockingarchangel]

I switched to amsoil 10yrs ago and I will NEVER use anyone else

[@dalephillips8250]

It convinced you that much? What difference did you notices that made you a believer?

[@ralphzamoyski2807]

@@dalephillips8250 Every change of oil I and my mechanic are checking the cleanliness of the oil and I have to tell you that it is much cleaner that other oils they change in their shop. The engine was checked with the camera and deposits are minimal. I have been using amsoil about 10 years now. And what is the fuzz about the price, here in Canada signature series are about 17 dollars a quart and other like Pennzoil, Castrol are about 14-15, so that is non existent difference. In my Raptor 6.2 L engine the difference is only 20 dollars so it is not a big deal.

[@karl8056]

Y a quien le importa!!

[@rockingarchangel]

Felt less vibration and oil was still clean at 5k miles when I sent to lab. Used on a nissan armada. Motor seemed much smoother and after I switched every fluid in armada over to amsoil I was getting 3mpg better

[@dcdanger6151]

Changed over to Amsoil Signature Full Synthetic in my 23 Corvette after the initial servicing at the dealership.I have noticed slightly lower engine temperatures when pushing the car hard on hot days.

[@jaywinters2483]

I too noticed lower temps

[@DeeNice323]

Yup I have a Camaro 2SS (LT1 motor) and I’ve notice lower temps as well.

[@markr.9626]

I use Amsoil on my 2020 GT350. The Voodoo flat plane crank motor sounds smoother and runs like a champ and lasts twice as long as Ford 5W-50 Full Synthetic. I have Tasca Ford change the oil and fluids with no issues. I have a 113K mile extended warranty.. Triton Insurance works directly with Tasca and they both have no issues with fluids coming in. Yes they would like me to use Ford, but I asked the mechanic if he owned the car, which oil products would you use?

[@crazydaisy1334]

I started using AMSOIL mid grade in my Ram and Tundra. I noticed better performance. The exhaust slightly louder and the integrity last longer. The oil is still light brown after 6 months.

[@yiranjack]

I don't actually care whatever Amsoil marketing is or whatever oil maker marketing is. I just go by the API and ILSAC oil specifications and my car manufacture approvals. When it's due for an oil change, just grab the cheapest that meets all the specs and approvals. 8000km is my interval. Change it and have a nice day.

[@mrmosinnagant7787]

Best thing I've heard in a while. Just go by what the manufacturer recommends

[@randylee2549]

Yep

[@danteerskine7678]

Real talk

[@arniceousmaximus2183]

I'm learning a lot the more videos I watch from you Nate. Thanks for taking time to make all these . Your members are enthusiasts and mechanics well I dont know a lot about this stuff and I'm glad I could subscribe and at least become self aware when I go to a garage

[@dennismccoy9409]

Amsoil has a $ 20-a-year club that significantly reduces the price you'll save the $20 in one oil change.

[@ChuckWood14]

My go-to is AMSOil and Royal Purple as a backup. AMSOil is supremely superior product!

[@jetdr]

All I know, I use it in my Dirt Bikes, the stuff is amazing, in my 2 stroke I use the 80w transmission oil and my Transmission and Clutch run smoother now than when New. My 4 stroke after 40 hours has zero internal wear. My next New to me vehicle will get Amsoil from day 1

[@kerngardiner8075]

amsoil is the greatest. every other brand out there is just getting insecured

[@Jodyrides]

The warranty was voided 180 Honda Goldwing motorcycle that was still under warranty - because- The owner installed a cheap Chinese oil filter, “because it was chrome”…. when the service department of his Honda dealer investigated the engine problem. It was determined that it was an oil related failure, and the customer was not doing as instructed by the owners manual. Those instructions in the owners manual say “use OEM parts only “OEM/original equipment manufacturer… that customer ended up buying another engine out of a crashed Goldwing motorcycle from a salvage yard..

[@metatronmen2431]

You dont need to over pay for oil if you change the oil and filter every 5k miles no matter at what millage the oil manufacturer claims you can use any top tier brand. Amsoil is ridiculously expensive, hard to find and you end up buying online increasing the cost even more adding shipping to the price, Mobil1 recently increased they prices as well but still cheaper than Amsoil for quite a bit and you can find it anywhere. Amsoil signature series claims is good for 15k miles but drains very dark @ 5k miles like any other oil in turbo engines.

[@מדינט]

Indeed, For the price of Amsoil in my country, I can change Shell helix ultra for 3 times (every 5k mils as well). Amsoil is a very good oil, but not for the price they ask.

[@kickazzdrummer666]

@@מדינט stay poor then.

[@plusblood5101]

Over 70 years around vehicles ,power trains etc And thru all brands and many type of specs Here is my 2cents The quality of the machine is a huge factor How well the machine was built What brand one has and how commited the operater is with maintainance So in my experience any wellknown oil of recomended manufacturer should work. Its like putting 87 octaine in a performance vehicle. Or driving any vehicle even Amsoil without proper oil changes If the vehicle is not serviced regularly then the oil is not going to help you save your engine bcz all oils will eventuly break down The viscosity is compromised hence my 2c

[@tim9m]

OE is not that much more expensive than other store bought oil. The signature series may cost 2x or 2.5x as much , but if you are willing to push it to 25000 miles or once a year then you are saving money especially while some vehicles require the 5000 mile oil change. I generally run OE or XL, but the cleaning agents in signature series is much better so I use it once in a while just to clean excess garbage from my motor. I don't really know the answer to your question about automotive vehicles , but I have heard that some lawn and garden equipment maybe using or are going to use some amsoil products.

[@QuangPham-hm7fm]

I believe they have a 10k oil for half the price

[@stevel1475]

That's a good idea, almost like a motor flush and engine oil at the same time. By using Signature Series.

[@tonsurton443]

Been consistently abusing a 2012 6.7 mega cab for some time now and have ran every oil out there. The motor has 250K on the clock and numerous transmission swaps but finally found someone who builds a great 68rfe. 908 rwhp and nothing but abuse if you know what I mean. Amsoil has kept the motor in great shape as cylinders/pistons look amazingly well. Had several cylinder head swaps and have inspected everything for wear as this truck sees towing and offroad daily. The mechanics always mention how well things look for a put away wet and dirty truck. Amsoil signature series is what this motor stays with. Extended oil drain intervals (12k) [ with routine oil analysis] is a plus.

[@LJK69187]

Amsoil is all that I use!!!!!

[@alexlindekugel8727]

ive never liked ams oil but tests show its good arguably one of the best oils. ive had zero issues with mobil one synth and Pennzoil platinum. i do know however its in the auto industry's best interest that engines break. most expensive part to fix so often leads to buying a new vehicle. or mechanics make alot of money to rebuild an engine.

[@quick281]

Mobil 1 is a scary oil. Does not test well

[@alexlindekugel8727]

@@quick281 well hate to burst you bubble over 372000 miles in 3 different vehicles all used mobile 1 full synth and no engine failure. for that matter nothing the oil touched ever failed either. sooo id say its good oil.

[@benca6151]

I left amsoil behind years ago. Now I think I'm paying for it. I went to cheap walmart full syn oil and am having engine trouble. Next oil change will be back to amsoil and amsoil from here on out. You get what you pay for in life.

[@alduhaimi]

We wait for Comparison between liqui moly molygen 5w-30 vs amzoil signature series 5w-30 please

[@mikesoychulo]

Amsoil its better than liqui molly... Much better... Amsoil 5w30 signature series its the best 5w30 low sapps with low hths. Much better. Amsoil is 15% base ester and 60% base pao. Has the biggest alcaline reserve in 5w30 ( diference betwen TBN an TAN), biggest boiling point... Amsoil signature series 5w30 its the best 5w30.

[@MrCROBosanceros]

@@mikesoychulo Today I called Amsoil customer service and became a "preferred" customer and I made the purchase of their Signature Series Synthetic oil for my two cars. I bought enough oil for one year. That was a big order considering that I change the motor oil and oil filter every three months or every 5000 kilometers (3100 miles), whichever comes first. It wasn't that expensive. Shipping was free and as a "preferred" customer you get up to a 25% discount. But, if I would live in the USA, instead of Canada, or if our border was open again, I would go and get myself Ravenol, probably the best motor oil in the world. Made in Germany, 100% Synthetic PAO oil. They are offering over 17 types of oil just for 5W-30 viscosity. Shipping of Ravenol products from Wisconsin to Vancouver British Columbia would cost me almost the same as the oil.

[@mikesoychulo]

@@MrCROBosanceros Hi man . im spanish. Sorry about my bad english. Im pretty sure that you will not found any ravenol 5w30 better than amsoil 5w30 signature series. I know what kind of oils Ravenol makes... Its a german brand. All Ravenol 5w30 are great oils... But Amsoil 5w30 signature series is better... Only in case you use your car for competition, track days or something like that because some ravenol Oils use tugsten as an aditive that its an antifriccion aditive when the engine has a severe use ... But Amsoil its better because the base its better... Amsoil is 60% pao ( group IV) and 15% ester( group V) ... Ravenol 5W30 (VMP, REP... ) are 60% Pao and 5-7-10% ester... That is awesome... But Amsoil its better... The amsoil has the biggest alcaline reserve in all 5w30 that its the difference betwen TBN ( 12.46) and TAN (1.71)... Has the biggest flashpoint of all 5w30 ( 249 °C), has a very low % NOAK evaporation (6.6) Amsoil its the best low hths low sapps of all 5w30. You said that change oil every 5000 km... Well... I think you could make 15.000 km without problems... The oil must be changed when the TBN andTAN difference its under 60% when its new or TAN is 80% of TBN... Anyway... Ravenol its a great oil.

[@metzmatu8409]

@@MrCROBosanceros If they are better, should go for 6 months or 5,000 km.

[@BW-kv9wj]

@@mikesoychulo MPT Industries Thirty K, 100% Synthetic Ester is better than Amsoil. MPT has a starting TBN of 12.5 and will go 30,000 miles.

[@seansimone-e6k]

I agree with you. I am a Amsoil fan boy. Just have to watch it when using it towards older applications. There are many people jealous of that oil.

[@owenhill-vf7ko]

Any good Synthetic oil changed every 5k miles with the filter will exceed your engine's requirements. No MLM Amsoil needed!! 3rd generation mechanic and engine builder.

[@vernonkaris1524]

I have a 2016 honda crv lx 2.4L since i bought brand new i use all amsoil products 0w20 signature series and the amsoil cvt transmission fluid and i will keep using cause my crv runs great ty amsoil Vernon

[@Jc-bo1uu]

It’s about the money. Mobile one is a OEM supplier of oil to GM vehicles. And GM basically gets oil for free from Mobile one so in return GM will market mobile one oil as a GM approved lubricant. But I use amsoil in all my vehicles and my kids is it as well. I use Amsoil in my engine, transmission, Front and rear differentials, and transfer case. It is the best oil I have ever used, and I do not work for Amsoil and am not a amsoil dealer.

[@bobanat9494]

Tried the AMSoil signature and didn't see any deference between it and Penzoil Platinum. I had few cars and still have truck around 200K males using Penzoil Platinum and Fram oil filter. Jut change your oil every 3000K miles.

[@RadarLove84]

Which Oil Analysis did you use? I send everything to Blackstone Labs. How could you Not see any difference?

[@danteerskine7678]

​@RadarLove84 maybe because amsoil is way too overhyped and the majority of their products are hydro cracked engine oils. Amsoil is not the best, compared to European brands like Motul, shell. Shell helix ultra is a group 4 in Europe. Motul 300v Ester core competition, motul 8100 power 100% synthetic Ester, motul 7100 4T 100% synthetic Ester are all Motul group 5 engine oils. By the way, there are zero mention of Pao or Ester on amsoil signature series. Even motul syn blends have Ester and are considered group 4 by the European union.

[@colinnicols5387]

Keep in mind Amsoil was the first commercially available synthetic. They set the bar and keep on raising it which has transformed the whole industry. They have the widest range of lubricants available. I started using it back when their oil came in white cans.

[@jaywinters2483]

There is a term in Economics classes students are taught. It's 'planned obsolesence'. Car makers do that also. They use to reccoment oil changes every7500 miles knowing full well the engine wouldn't hold up with that kind of terrible maintenance. They want you to buy another car.

[@kenb.8596]

Been using Amsoil for 25 years since I was introduced to it by a friend, as a former Harley Davidson biker, I had a 2003 HD Dresser one of 3 bikes, living near the Daytona area Central FLO, put a 100k miles on my 2003, but to the point; I was using HD products in my bike, & I rode quite often with shorts on, & anyone that road the early HD bikes, prior to them installing the heat shield by the seat to protect your inner thighs from the extreme heat from the air cooled engine, I kind of suffered for a while till sitting @ a biker bar chatting with a friend, I was complaining about the heat, he said, switch over to Amsoil, & it will drop your temperature down, so off I went to my local wrench, swapped out my old oil & in with the Amsoil, & I kid you not!!! it dropped the temps down so much my crybaby days ended. From that point on & I have given up bikes due to FLO getting so jam packed with idiots, I now ride in a sports car & SUV, both are running Amsoil, & in my sports car, that typically runs very hot, it dropped the temps down considerably, I could go on & on about the Pro's of Amsoil, & the only downside to Amsoil, is the price!! U will pay dearly for this product, but with that being said & much more educated about Amsoil, it's worth every penny my biker buds & car buffs!!!

[@alopez7184]

Amsoil truly isn’t much more. If you have preferred customer discount it’s only 10 dollars a qt. Truck takes 7 qts with oil filter it’s around 85 dollars. Go to Walmart and do Mobil 1 it’s around 60-65.I run amsoil 10k miles and Mobil 1 5k miles oci. No brainer to me.

[@tsgt2007]

That is correct! On point.

[@kostadinustavalkov1902]

Are ya sure u went to Walmart? Coz I get my 5qts Mobil 1 at mine for 25 🤷‍♂️

[@alopez7184]

@@kostadinustavalkov1902 add 20 dollars for two more quarts and 10 dollars for the Mobil 1 filter. Also add tax and your still around 60-65 dollars.

[@davebarnes6672]

I run Amsoil in my Harley Fatboy. I run it in the crankcase, primary and tranny. The only knock? It’s expensive but worth it to me, after all Harley’s are not cheap either and skimping on the oil or the service intervals defies commonsense. Royal Purple is another great pure synthetic that I’ve ran for yrs in my 20 yr old Yamaha . Both bikes are technically different and I run these two different oils respectively for lengthy reasons I won’t go into-bottom line, they work very well. The manufacturers warranty on my Honda 4 wheeler has expired and I will be switching it to Amsoil ATV 10W-30 with confidence and by the way, I change my oil myself regardless of what it is, yea, I got trust issues, but not with these two oils.

[@CAGraphics576]

I swappwd out all the oils in my Jeep Wrangler. That i, both diffs, transfer case, manual transmission and engine. My mileage jumped dramatically from 17-18 to 20-21. A recent trip i vot 22 MPG!

[@analogaudiorules1724]

They say that because itll make your car last to long, seen lubricty tests comparing it to everyone else, and it is literally the best.

[@A________]

The best oil is the cheapest full synthetic oil that you would be able to change it frequently, better than getting an expensive oil and run it double the mileage due to its cost.

[@danteerskine7678]

Motul also has a "technosynthese" blend engine oil which has Ester in it and infinitely cheaper

[@ihavetofishable]

I'm an AMSOIL fanboy, BECAUSE of the actual testing, not because of only the name. I use to be 100% pro castrol and castrol was the best oil you could get, back in the pre-synthetic days but now days, after much research, I give the win AND my business/patronage to AMSOIL.

[@iamredrunt172]

As an AmsOil dealer. AmsOil believes no additives are the best. Base stock works the best. Additives break down and form sludge. And proper maintenance. Got 250k on a Nissan.

[@thomasflynn7797]

Amsoil is more money than most, not all, other oils. However I believe it to be superior to most other oils and feel the cost difference is justified. I believe that most of the time the adage “ you get what you pay for” is true.

[@NATESINTERACTIVEAUTO]

You make all good points thanks for sharing

[@jjames5928]

Amsoil uses group 4/5 stock where 98% of others use group 3 or blends of group 2/3

[@paulhillar1833]

The base oil used by AMSOIL is a group 4 PAO base. Redline uses group 5 which does not have the durability of group 4. Others using group 1,2,3, are using petroleum. Also there are different grades of PAO bases and we only use the very best, each tanker that comes in is thoroughly tested and if it doesn't meet spec. it's gone !

[@lanewarriorillridez3739]

@@paulhillar1833 I was thinking the higher the group number the more premium based a oil tends to be. Why would group 5 be less durable than group 4?

[@Brittvanegas]

I run amsoil 5w30 in my 2015 f150 3.5 ecoboost twin turbo. I change the oil every year about 20k miles each change. My truck has over 400k miles and i have not changed nothing but the oil and filter and intake filter. I never even changed the transmission fluid. I also use amsoil in my c7 z06 corvette.

[@ClintVickers]

My 09 Inifinity FX50 390HP V8 She gave me 289,000 easy miles ran nothing but AMSOIL in 2016 Traded I have the QX50 325HP V6 63,000 Miles not one problem I run nothing but AMSOIL Oil, Filter & Octane Boast great Stuff

[@JSPHTRS]

I will be using this oil next

[@jimwilliams5565]

My question is: if I intend to change my oil every 5k - 6k then why would i pay premium price for extended interval oil. So at this point I only use redline oil , what are my better options

[@paulhillar1833]

AMSOIL ,OE, or XL series, will go farther than any other oil, but is designed for those that just can't get used to the 25,000 mile or one year oil change and is less expensive.

[@mikeprice8307]

@@paulhillar1833 my cars started to have oil consumption going that long of intervals.

[@sengsythao1896]

Amsoil!

[@gregoryjames1951]

I have used Amsoil for over Thirty years and still using it in a warranted engine and go 7 To 10,000 miles on oil changes

[@gregoryjames1951]

Amsoil signature series 10w 30

[@stuartingram7327]

I have a very modified 09 fa5 civic si, the head is worked and built. I have titanium retainers, which are very loud ( they tick loudly ) I switched to amsoil and now it runs quieter than ever!!!

[@leighclaude]

Amsoil is by far the best! I first heard or it in the 70’s from motocross racers😀 I personally use it👍