Super Tech vs Pennzoil - Search for the best synthetic oil - Bench testing (part 1)

[@mikeg4678]

I own a small trucking company. I’ve hauled several hundred loads of Super tech oil outta Warren distribution which makes Super tech. Ran into an Engineer who works there at the local Starbucks. I asked him about the oil and how it compares to mobile one and he laughed at me and said well if we had to advertise all over the place for Supertech we would probably be just as expensive. Also for anybody reading this who has babies and uses diapers I also haul hundreds of loads out of Kimberly Clark in North Ogden Utah and next to the Huggies line of diapers is the Kirkland brand (Costco) You can thank me later.

[@JNS4444]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@fartnutssupreme4930]

Spot on Mike spot on! There are differences between brands but it almost never makes any difference. I had a marketing exec for a big oil company tell me the reason all brands guard formulations and data so closely is because if people knew how little difference there is between oil brands as it pertains to actual motors everyone would just buy the cheapest certified oil they could find. Even black stone admitted for almost all normal oil use for most people they haven’t been able to find any difference in wear rates between brands and even between synthetic and conventional (if the motor was designed for conventional and it’s not in an extreme climate).

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

Lol you must not care about your Engine buddy. Amsoil and Pennzoil Ultra Platinum is the Top 2 Oils. Check your FACTS before posting a Un-Educated Comment.

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

Go check "Project Farm" Oil Testing Videos for PROOF.

[@fredfrederick5607]

@@Robs_Got_A_Gun Little doubt that $20/qt oil is better than Supertech. The question is, in a standard family automobile, is the quality enough to justify the extra cost? Say high $ oil would make your engine go 250k before failure and ST goes 225k. I’m probably trading the car before then anyway so who cares? Family heirloom? Italian supercar? Spend the $. Kia minivan? Nope.

When wine tasting turns into olive oil tasting turns into motor oil tasting 0:58

[@gabrielmerza6904]

I use super tech all the time in my 2012 civic with no issue,185k miles running strong n Quiet you guys just pay extra money for the brand name, this is my opinion in my Own experience

[@TenzaMotorsports]

From the testing I did it has preformed the worst. I’m sure it works fine. But I wouldn’t put it in my race car

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

Tenza Motorsports How has Castrol Edge performed? Irv Gordon been using Castrol 50+ years & 3.2 Million Miles NO engine rebuilds. Guinness World Record Holder FACT.

[@Midk213]

Likewise I started using it on my 04 Tahoe that has 170k miles and the perfomance of it increased so I decided to use it on my ram with 147k miles. I will most likely use it on my brand new kia 2020. What I spend at the shop with 1 cars oil change I cover all 3 cars DIY oil change with super tech so I'm more than satisfied with the quality and price!

[@FXThug]

civic are tanks but i'm thinking twice on putting into my turbo charged car

[@mikeg4678]

Dodge Durango V6. 185k all I ever used was Super Tech full synthetic. Does just fine and way less expensive then Mobil one

[@JerseyMopar]

Supertech is a super solid engine oil for the price. I use it in all my vehicles.

[@eminiscalperpro9729]

Penzoil is made from natural gas, i believe, that's why its a cleaner burning oil and probably why it smells different. Penzoil is great oil, especially the ultra. If u can find it. But, if u do regular oil changes, you probably will never notice any difference in engine wear, no matter if u use supertech, mobile one or Penzoil

[@silverfoxslash]

Let's tell supertech we need "fresh linen" full synthetic

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Right?? I would be ok with just not burnt used oil smell.

[@silverfoxslash]

@@TenzaMotorsports I've just noticed alot of oil reviews always note the smell, imagine vanilla dream, or island oasis smell. I wonder if it would sell better than the competition. Or at least that's how I feel about gain laundry soap.

[@jasonvoorhees2701]

Lavender

[@tylerc7037]

I've been using Supertech in a Toyota Venza for years. It runs great doesn't use oil. 180,000 miles on it. It's really all about keeping it changed on time

[@Mr.G626]

I've seen people with the 4.3 - 6.0 vortecs get 270 - 350k + miles using super tech oil & filters. As long as the oil meets or exceeds specifications, run that shit.

[@PowerSlug100]

I've been using this in my bush truck for a while. I take that thing into horrific situations and beat the snot out of it all the time. Supertech does the job, don't have any oil issues what so ever. Trust me, if tou seen the places I go with my vehicle, you would wonder how the engine is still alive...

[@aholland2804]

Just went out to my garage, bottle of supertech, valvoline synthetic, and oriellys syntec all smelled the same. I would fully trust supertech, the late owner of Warren oil which makes supertech was a board member for PQIA I dont think he would put his name on subpar lubricants!

[@markwarnberg9504]

The "burnt smell" you mentioned can be from the typ of additives used. Smell a New Castrol Oil and you will notice a different smell and color from other oils. Independent testing has shown that the Warren Dist. Oils maintain their lubricating qualities even after the recommended oil change by the auto manufacturer.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Very possible and probably why. I did think it was a funny point to bring up in my video, but as soon as I popped the cap on that quart, it was just so intense. my whole garage smelled like it.

[@joseplaza5246]

I been using super tech from Walmart since 2012 on a on road highway truck. 12000 to 15000 miles between oil and filter change. Lab test from Black Stone labs a few times, and results were very good! Still have this truck 450,000 miles later and no problems!

[@markwarnberg9504]

@@TenzaMotorsports Not funny at all, I wondered myself the first time I opened a bottle of Castrol. At first I thought it could be from where the crude came from until I started researching oil processing that gave me a hint.

[@stevem9141]

No, it's not recycled oil. The smell is from the base oil that was used. Supertech oil is made by Warren oil company, they make many other oils sold under different names.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I wonder why the base oil has such an odd smell if that’s the case. What other oil is sold under them?

[@Lincolnator721]

Warren also makes MAG 1, POLAR, ACCEL PREMIUM, CRAFTSMAN and GUMOUT

[@jeffreydevoti8528]

Warren is good oil. Used HD30 from Sears and Super Tech in garden tractors running wide open 2-3 hours under heavy load on farm mowing fence rows. Most important, check and keep on full mark. Next change oil often. I have uses for used oil too. 😌

[@lorenray9479]

I am scent free. No perfumes or scented products. My experience is All Oils vary in smell by brand and blend. Older syn smelled like esters, baby doll, rubber boots. Lol newer highly refined syn have less odor than say chevron conventional oils. Additives and base oils all smell different. The plastic jugs all smell different also.

[@scottjohnson8576]

The only real problem with your test is both oils are made at the same refinery (WPP or Warren Performance Products) and packaged in different containers, most likely with different additives, which may be responsible for the smell you speak of.

[@kevinbrazo1]

They are not made at the same place.

[@KTMjs449]

I use Super tech and a mobile one filter, also noticed really strong smell once used, hard to even describe but you won't forget it

[@TenzaMotorsports]

It was very strong

[@b_nast19]

I'm an amsoil user and I smelled the OE 5w-30 I put in my 1996 accord, and it had a strong fishy/rubbery mix. The PI fuel additive has an even stronger fishy smell, if you know what I mean....shit works good so I don't really mind. I never really minded regardless 👀

[@uglyhandgarage2927]

Valvoline also has a distinctive smell... I think it is the additive pack of the oil !!

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I guess I had no idea this was really a thing until I noticed one that smelled bad. Valvoline is on the list to test so I check it out.

[@clementmajac-garagepassion41]

@@TenzaMotorsports which one will you test buddy? The Valvoline 5w30 SYNPOWER FE ? Why don't you mesure the time it takes to the oil pump to pump the oil to crank shaft or something like that? Thanks a lot :)

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I will have to look again but it will be the all the same ratings. I think a test like that would be awesome! but also very hard to do.

[@clementmajac-garagepassion41]

@@TenzaMotorsports yes that's true

[@jameselsing4017]

As for the smell, maybe it was in fact used oil. A couple of years ago I bought two five-quart containers of Super Tech, and while the plastic seal ring on the cap was intact, the foil seal underneath the cap over the container spout was broken. Humm. When I started pouring this oil into the engine during an oil change, I noticed right away the oil was black. Upon further inspection it was obvious this was used oil. Took it back to the store and the manager claimed to know it was purely an accident. How they could confuse new oil with used oil in their shop and put the used oil in the rack for sale to customers is extremely careless if not deliberate fraud. I still use Super Tech because of the price, but I am careful to inspect the container seals and oil before pouring it into my engine.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

That’s odd for sure. I’d be upset if that would have happened. This oil I got was new. Just had a nasty smell

[@narcotic-uy8qj]

Seems very biased based on a smell. Seems like he's trying to justify spending 3x the money based on a smell u will never actually smell. I know we all crack open our crank case and take a smell. Costs 3x less, recycled so good for the environment, and proven to work il go with super tech

[@kevinbrazo1]

Pennzoil doesn’t cost 3x more. It would cost me about $7.00 more for a six quart oil change over Super Tech

[@pchang75]

Experts said as long it meet all the requirements from the government then it's good oil.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Government requirements are tip top👍🏻

[@lonniebeal6032]

And you believe the government? Hahaha

[@MrHemikid426]

When I worked in a garage the owner told me if oil neets sae rewirement its fine. We used to drain small amount left in quart bottles into a jug and used it for free oil changes in our own vehicles without any problems.

[@z31rider24]

Supertech is API and Dexose approved. I've been using it for over 4 years now on my used vehicles. My 2000 Nissan with over 280,000 miles and My Civic 160,000. No issues what so ever. I change the oils regularly. I use their High Mileage Full Synthetic. I'll continue to use it. Any oil brand is good. Make sure that you are using the correct oil weight per vehicle recommendation and that you change it @ when service is needed. In 20 + years I've never have had an issue with any oil. Follow your owners manual.

[@Wildkat-1]

You can send oil to a test lab, and they will give you a complete break-down of particles in the oil ...Amsoil does it for free, I believe ..?

[@ardiemclelland2039]

We have been using supertech European synthetic in our Volkswagen Jetta GLI for a few years now combined with a Napa gold oil filter. We have had absolutely no issues. Anyone who thinks they’re getting a better product by spending more is silly.

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

Lol your comment is funny because Supertech in America is almost $6 a Quart! They don't sell the 5 QT Jugs of Supertech here And i can buy 5 Quarts of Valvoline Full Synthetic or Pennzoil Ultra Platinum for $21 YOU do the MATH wich is Cheaper. And BTW Purolator Oil filters are HANDS DOWN the Best filters on the Market! They are just as Cheap priced as "Napa" wich is made by Wix. Wix is a DECENT filter but not nearly as good as Purolator!

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

Lmao Supertech is actually just as Expensive as Name Brand oil. Its $6 Quart here and they don't sell the 5qt Jugs. I can buy Pennzoil Ultra Platinum for $21 for 5 Quarts. Cheaper than Supertech and it Blows Supertech out of the water on "Anti Wear" Package Parts Per Million, and Cleaning Agents also the Cold Flow Test on Pennzoil beats ALL other oils even Amsoil 😮 and I'm a Guy who has ALWAYS used Valvoline Oils

[@papaal7014]

supertech, cosco, and Amazon oil is all the same stuff.

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

Mobil 1 Pennzoil castrol. Etc etc gotta pay for all those commercials some how 😆

[@joeestes3671]

We have seen the numbers now, so what do they mean? And what does odor have to do with wear quality?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I will be doing a video later on where I go over the numbers with a mechanical engineer, he'll be able to tell us what everything means more specifically. I don’t think the odor of the super tech has anything to do with wear, but not to spoil the rest of the testing it didn't do very well.

[@TheXOoftheRO]

@@TenzaMotorsports just got a 5qrt of 5w30PPHM for 15.85 yesterday. Look for the deals when they pop up. Last month I found 5w20PPUltra for even less.

[@ebeegeebeefofeebee3181]

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[@CindyLouise75]

Hmm, smelling oil ... Let's get to the bottom of this!!

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I did not enjoy it that much I promise!

[@savage5128]

Can confirm. Super Tech smells like it's already been used.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

See! I’m not the only one.

[@kylewilliams8083]

I agree. Although I use Super tech.

[@savage5128]

@@TenzaMotorsports after doing some more research I found out that this particular oil is made from recycled oil. That's why it smells used. It was lol.

[@BenDover-lx1gh]

@@savage5128 my conscience wasn't off then it was completely correct no wonder it's so cheap

[@jasonvoorhees2701]

Castrol does as well and Castrol is dark compared to others

[@classicpontiac37]

Ahh yes, the old smell test to determine whether a motor oil is good or bad. Super scientific. Supertech is the best bang for your buck. Watch project farms videos.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

It’s not a smell test. I thought since it stunk up the entire garage including my clothes and part of the house, it would be something I should bring up. No other oil has ever done that. Project farms does some good testing. But he also seems to think the thinner oil is the best. Not sure where that comes from. I don’t want thin oil. I race cars in the summer. Oil that flows fast when it’s freezing has nothing to do with most people driving. Thanks for the comment. Crazy to see how many super tech shills are out there.

[@Hydrostream1972]

That smell is called....TEXAS GOLD.👍

[@TheRichardF10]

I've paid attention to smells of oils, I do notice a difference in smells but I don't know if it means anything.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I don’t think it means much either, but it was pretty intense smell.

[@TheRichardF10]

@@TenzaMotorsports I've noticed with Valvoline full synthetic, in particular their 0W-20, it smells spicy. Which was interesting.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I hope is not harmful haha. I've been checking out all sorts of oils since this super tech smell.

[@silverfoxslash]

You guys are gonna start a trend of oil makers and scent to oil, soon you'll be seeing Hawaiian aloha mobile one.

[@jeromebland8287]

I use Pennzoil that's it, but people can use whatever oil they choose to put in their car !

[@jasonvoorhees2701]

I been using NAPA full synthetic..its 13$ plus tax for 5 quarts .... made by Valvoline... no issues other than I'm saving money...

[@LA_Commander]

Wow that's a very good deal! Is that a sale price or normal price?

[@gwbagent]

I been using super tech for 3years works wonderful on my Honda civic 2012 lx ..

[@deanbuffoni5139]

Maybe the Super Tech is recycled oil, could be...hence the burnt smell...

[@TenzaMotorsports]

That’s the only thing that makes sense to me.

[@jamesjamison9880]

I only use mobil one oil and filter because I dont like money

[@Hydrostream1972]

Super tec..is made by. Warren distribution. ...there flag ship oil is...mag one.... Warren makes good oil.....

[@johncastro2695]

Minnesota kid you are right. Warren Distribution has been selling oil since 1922. There top oil name is mag1. I watched a video of the distribution plant and they had mag1 motor oil on one of their assembly line. They also make mag1 transmission fluid. The supertec oil is not as good as some name brands, but i have seen it was better than some. Like Motul oil and that is supposed to be one of the top of the line oil. I've seen it almost do as well as royal purple. As long as u change the conventional oil at 3000 to 4000 miles with a quality oil filter and 6000 miles with a synthetic oil filter, you should be good to go. I would rather have clean oil every 6000 miles and have oil life left than run oil till all the lubrication is at 0. What protection do u think is better cleaner oil at 6000 or oil at 10 to 15 thousand miles on it. Some people think just because something cost more, it has to be better. I've known hookers that cost less than a preppy girl and are better in the sack. So by logic the preppy girl cost more so, she should have been better right? But that's not the case.

[@Hydrostream1972]

I change my stuff every 3k. Miles. Regardless. ..what oil I use..... For instance. .I had 88 Toyota pickup...4 popper. ... Used...havoline conventional. . 5w30.....back in 90s....good stuff.. Change oil at. 2800 miles...why? Lifters would start ticking a little bit.......put new oil in..... Ticking would go away. Every time... Try full synthetic one time on that motor. ... value cover gasket started leaking big time..... Drain oil out.....put back in the conventional. ..it stopped leaking. . 2016. New car...0w20..since new Full synthetic. ..

[@morrisdennis]

They certainly do

[@rickmiller9411]

Super Tech has a higher Sulfer Content which makes it smell

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Doesn't have a sulfur smell though.. smelled burnt. Not saying the sulfur content, like you're saying, isn't it. Either way, I was NOT impressed by the performance and wouldn't use it in any of my vehicles.

[@trudeaumustgo1920]

You realize how strict oil regulations are right? Its like buying fuel, its basically all identical.

[@ebeegeebeefofeebee3181]

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[@vegetar7886]

The smell has nothing to do with performance pss

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Ok.👍

[@stevenlost8958]

Isn’t super tech Walmart oil?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I couldn’t find it for sale anywhere else locally.

[@mattneal4309]

Yes

[@trudeaumustgo1920]

Walmart sells it, its obviously made by some big oil company not walmart

[@JA-rn5qv]

Super Tech is made by Warren Distribution, the largest manufacturer of private label lubricants in North America.

[@AlexHernandez-vg4qw]

Imma go smell some super tech. I wanna see what it smells like! That is super oddd

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Yea for sure! Let me know. I can’t imagine it was just the one quart I bought. But it might be.

[@dylanclay2741]

@@TenzaMotorsports it's the additive package supertech uses that gives it that unique smell. It's made by Warren lubricants

[@UvidCo]

It smells like burnt oil lol. I bought it today and put it in my Ford Fusion turbo.

[@joshpickle4371]

Testing oil on paper towels watch out guys 😂

[@TenzaMotorsports]

No oil was tested on paper towels. Not sure what you’re talking about.

[@chuckstrong]

@@TenzaMotorsports yeeeaaahhh :[ )

[@DavidODST]

4:15 lol

[@gardenstateflatlandb]

That Castrol Titanium smells SUPER BAD, but it does it's job super well. Don't judge oils by their smell. Different additive packages and amounts of each component will surely affect the smell.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I don't believe I said that the smell meant it is a bad oil or to use your nose to determine the best oil. I just pointed out that is smell like used oil which has a very distinct smell.

[@calderon551]

so super tech wins...

[@SpankyCool-ib3pc]

Smelled burnt. ?). Perhaps Warren Oil maybe useing Recycled oil ? Not me.Syntec 10w30. Great.

[@karenchristiansen46]

Good job testing.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Thanks for the comment!

[@lorenray9479]

Scent free people can always smell differences in plastic bottles and oils. Some smell like fragrance. Additives all vary in smell.

[@thompson9400]

Supertech is made by Warren distribution the same company that basically makes Mobile One super tech is a good oil I've seen all kinds of testing done on on KZbin and everybody says it said it was a perfectly good oil and they would use it in their cars no questions asked I use it in mine and it does a great job

[@mnewln1800]

I used to work at a Goodyear shop and noticed that different cars (when filled with the same oil) smell different after the oil is changed. I could smell it on the dipstick.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

So different cars made the same oil smell?

[@anguschiggins2161]

That's what she said! 🤣

[@TimPolanik]

I dated a girl that smelled weird but she really put out so not really relevant. LMAO!

[@LA_Commander]

Hope you wore a Jimmy, or your junk will start leaking oil lol

[@sramm]

Bottom line...SuperTech exceeds requirements for all car manufacturers. "Torture" tests that go beyond what a car engine was designed to do are pointless, unless you're making an infomercial.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Bottom line. super tech doesn’t compare and I wouldn’t use it.

[@sramm]

@@TenzaMotorsports That's fine.

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

@@sramm you are INCORRECT Supertech doesn't even compare to Valvoline, Pennzoil or Amsoil!!! Not even Close. Watch "Project Farms" Videos for PROOF if you ain't SCARED

[@morrisdennis]

Pennzoil had a very bad reputation in the 70s that i can't get past...

[@dillonward2500]

Super tech on every vehicle I have owned it's made by mobile 1 the number one oil in the world I wouldn't use Pennzoil on my bike chains ps I think something was burning but it wasn't the oil

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I’m sure it’s a fine oil for the most part is just didn’t perform well against the others. It was definitely the oil that smelled burnt. As soon as I opened it, made the whole garage smell.

[@outboardfixer]

Does ANYONE have ANY idea who won this wet Kleenex test ...

[@karsonanderson8549]

What are those gears you were using to test the lubrication

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I was using the Lucas oil tester. That test is to look at oil retention

[@reubenjohnson3865]

Does DEXOS rating mean anything? They both have it.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

It’s a certification. They both need to have it, or it wouldn't be a fair comparison

[@yas2733]

@@TenzaMotorsports It's a GM thing...certain GM rides require oil with this rating to maintain warranty.

[@LA_Commander]

It doesn't mean anything, other than the oil brand paid GM the license fee to be "certified" as Dexos. It's just a money grab scam. That's it.

[@joseeduardo4327]

Classic dad comment lmao

[@morrisdennis]

I use supertech

[@bradleypetersen241]

It's not the oils it's the filters job to filter. Most oils are all the same

[@markwarnberg9504]

That Smell! Does it smell like Castrol? Castrol has it´s own unik smell.....I have alway´s wondered why as all API oils are basicly the same. Maybe it´s the Hydro-Cracking Process? SuperTech is from Warrens Distribution, it can be that they get their oil from Castrol.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I think you're right. It's hard to find information behind some of these oils. Makes me suspicious.

[@markwarnberg9504]

@@TenzaMotorsports I think we can feel safe that the oil meets what is recommended as long as it has the API/SN rating marked on the bottle .It would be nice if it said Group lll or PAO/Group lV on the lable. I don´t think you will find Ester/Group V on the shelf as these oils are intended for high performance race cars. Transparancy to the consumer would be nice.

[@jessemixon5764]

I've heard that supertech oil is re- refined oil so that would explain why it might smell a little different than new oil-that is not to say that oil which is re-refined is not just as good as new oil -I've also heard that the more you refine oil the better it is and a lot depends on the additives used in the refining process

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I heard it wasn’t. But I can’t seem to get a straight answer from anyone who would actually know.

[@coolbreezedude3451]

go dad

[@thebestever333]

So, which oil do you recommend?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Based on what I've seen mobil 1 has preformed best with our testing. I've been running royal purple in my racecar for around 4 years. I've been very happy with Royal purple.

[@thebestever333]

@@TenzaMotorsports what about conventional oil? I have a 06 Honda Accord with 320k miles that has been using conventional for a while

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I have never owned a car that took conventional. I can't comment on that topic.

[@GSP-76]

@@thebestever333 Super Tech has a conventional oil as well.

[@chrome2infinity938]

@@thebestever333 my father in law had an 87 grand marquis with 483000 miles on it all on conventional valvoline 5w30. He said change your oil every 3000k. By the way he was an over the road sales man for ashland chemical which makes valvoline. When he traded in his 87 grand marquis for a 2010 i said you need to use synthetic in that car. He laughed and said i dont believe it. When he passed the 2010 had almost 300k on it too. All on conventional 5w30 valvoline. Not a single noise from that engine. Ever since then i couldnt really argue with real life results.

[@CRXJDM88]

I heard supertech was made by shell

[@mattscott7037]

That smell is from I believe the Base Stock Walmart (Warren Distribution uses the Manufacturer for Walmart). It is most likely Hydrocracked Base III Stock. Pennzoil may be PAO oil. Poly-alpha-olefin based. If you run Valvoline Full Synthetic it smells like Natural Gas...I have a feeling that is where the smell comes from.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Very interesting.. I really appreciate the comment!

[@stwhite5135]

Look an intelligent comment! Thank you Matt Scott.

[@howieloso]

In your opinion is Mobil 1 the best?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

From my testing it has been the best. I personally use Royal Purple for all my performance cars.

[@howieloso]

www.autoblog.com/buy/2000-Chevrolet-Prizm/ my ''performance car''

[@LS-ye5pp]

If I were to go to a quick lube shop to get an oil change wouldn't I be pretty much getting supertech?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I don’t think so. I’m sure it’s comparable though.

[@177bandit]

...no,you'll be getting the crappiest, cheapest quality oil you can imagine!

[@waimeaguyz9074]

i used super tec for the first time and noticed the idle dropped and the engine ran smooth. i used a quart of marvel mystery oil. i'll find out more but my truck ran smooth. why would they sell super tec if it wasn't good. it's fine for my car. i've never smelt oil that was burnt, so i wouldn't know. curious why did you smell the oils?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I wasn’t impressed with it is all, Im not sure why it smelled the way it did.

[@waimeaguyz9074]

@@TenzaMotorsports well I kind of have to agree with you too. i'm using it out of curiosity. bought a second hand truck that I thought to use the oil. i'm going to smell the oil after. I usually use Pennsoil, Quaker State, or Valvoline 20-50 racing oil. I just don't know enough about oil. Thanks for the video. it makes people think.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Thanks for the comment. let me know what you find out.

[@chrisg4578]

Lol because you used marvel mystery oil. Its good stuff and makes the oil clean and protect better

[@familymanof6169]

Been using Super Tech Regular (Not Synthetic) oil for all of my vehicles since it was introduced and cost under $2.00. Now it's over $4.00 and I'm still using it. Never had an oil related failure to any of my vehicles. Most have over 200,000 miles. I do however change my oil every 3000 miles like I was taught 45 years ago. I also grease my vehicles if possible and use marine grade grease!

[@Robs_Got_A_Gun]

Lol yeah you'll figure it out soon enough.....

[@Lincolnator721]

I wonder what it would look like with rislone engine treatment additive in the super tech oil.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I’ve looked into doing additives. After I get done testing the regular oils I might do additives

[@Lincolnator721]

@@TenzaMotorsports I can't believe the cost of oil at Autozone. $38.99 for the Pennzoil. I was a bit upset and left the store. Went to Walmart got the Supertech oil for $14.88 and Rislone for $4.47. Totals out to $19.35 and still saved money but hopefully, it's at least the equivalent to Pennzoil by itself. I also got engine restore for my 4 cylinder car, will put that in with the engine oil and the Rislone.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

thats an interesting idea. Buy the cheap stuff then use additives. Keep us updated, I'd like to know how it goes.

[@Lincolnator721]

@@TenzaMotorsports sure will

[@moisesdedios9624]

At 2:35 what is the name of that instrumental beat, it sounds awesome. By the way, you're videos are stellar! After 8 months, I found it, it’s called hyperspeed - eveningland Hope it helps anyone out.

[@Mike-Capz83]

You get what you pay for!

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Just pay the extra little bit and get something you know works.

[@Mike-Capz83]

@@TenzaMotorsports in our storage room we have a 5 quart jug of supertec 5w20 full synthetic and it also smells burnt!

[@TenzaMotorsports]

Very interesting! thanks so much for the second opinion. I was literally about to go to Wal Mart today and see if they all smell like that, or maybe I had just gotten a bad quart.

[@Mike-Capz83]

@@TenzaMotorsports maybe i live in south carolina and i had the oil since October

[@TenzaMotorsports]

I might take a trip to Wal Mart just to make sure.

[@njsongwriter]

Supertech smells burnt? Hmmm, is it possible that it's made from recycled oil?

[@TenzaMotorsports]

That’s what I was thinking. No one has been able to actually say why

[@inorite4553]

Maybe.....but it's absolutely made from recycled dinosaurs! *in all honesty, it's more likely recycled plant matter*

[@pchang75]

What's the point they recycle oils.

[@njsongwriter]

@@pchang75 I don't care if it's recycled or if it smells burnt as long as it performs well.

[@pierreverdoni]

exactly..I don't use it in my salads.....@@njsongwriter

[@bhcrls1]

I think Super Tech is recycled oil or it is part recycled. Very interesting testing.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

That’s kind of what I was thinking.

[@howieloso]

''Never going back to using Walmart Supertech Full Synthetic Oil Some of you may have already started snickering after reading the title. Anyways, my 08 Fit only has about 60k miles as of today and i've experimented with different brands and types of synthetic 5w20 oils since i've owned it. TWICE, I have used Walmart's Supertech Full Synthetic oil and after the first time, I noticed in my recordkeeping book that a lot of oil had burned as it was down to about 3 quarts when drained. Every other brand i've used never had that issue and it has always held up to around 3.6-3.8 quarts upon draining the oil. During my last oil change (September of 2013), I had exactly $17 cash (rare I had cash) and remembered I needed an oil change so I decided to give the Supertech Full Synth 5w20 stuff another shot. I noticed that the car didn't feel "the same" (for lack of a better term) but continued to just drive it as the Fit is basically my daily driver. In November when it was due for an oil change, I drained it out and noted that there was only 2.6-2.7 quarts in the drain pain. WOW, where did that oil go? I figured something might be wrong, however, I went back to using Valvoline Full Synthetic 5w20 and didn't look back as I didn't want to deal with any more expenses. Yesterday I changed my oil and voila, 3.8 quarts drained into the drain pan. My thoughts - that Walmart Supertech Fully Synthetic 5w20 oil sure burns. I've never had this issue with ANY other 5w20 Synthetic Oils. My 2 favorite Synthetic oils are Castrol Edge and Valvoline, mainly because the car feels great and it doesn't take a huge chunk out of my wallet. Anyone else have similar experiences with Supertech oils? '' Tom of St. Martin, MN. www.lakesnwoods.com/StMartin.htm

[@a3300000]

@@howieloso , doesn’t burn in any of my vehicles. Which includes a 1987 El Camino.

[@JADEYWADEYMAKADEYPATADEY]

Just changed my oil yesterday (ST 0-20) and I thought my car was having unburned gas in the oil and now I know that it's the Supertech used oil smell.

[@TenzaMotorsports]

it’s a very distinct smell and I thought it was odd that a new oil smelled like that. that’s why I brought it up