Tom Shalin

AMSOIL Mudslinger, Engine Degreaser and Glass Cleaner deliver performance you can see immediately. Mudslinger AMSOIL Mudslinger (AMS) provides a protective, non-stick layer of armor against the accumulation of mud, dirt and snow on ATVs, UTVs and dirt bikes. It makes removing mud and dirt with low-pressure water easy while protecting against UV rays and keeping equipment looking pristine. Provides a protective layer of armor against mud, dirt and snow Eases clean-up after riding Restores, cleans and shines plastic, fiberglass and painted surfaces Provides a protective layer to counteract the damaging effects of UV rays Pleasant cherry scent   Engine Degreaser Clean engines not only […]

AMSOIL OE SAE 0W-16 (OES) Is Now Available Meeting the requirements of popular new vehicles like the 2018 Toyota* Camry* and 2018 Honda* Fit*, new OE 0W-16 provides premium protection for this growing market. Like the rest of the OE line, OE 0W-16 develops a strong fluid film that keeps metal components separated and protected. Our work didn’t end with simply blending a new viscosity. OE 0W-16 is formulated with unique anti-wear additives that protect critical engine parts like pistons and cams. This added protection is particularly important in the extreme environments produced by today’s smaller-displacement engines that run on […]

AMSOIL Upper Cylinder Lubricant Works The intense heat of combustion and limitations of the oil-control piston ring result in a lack of oil at the top of each cylinder. AMSOIL Upper Cylinder Lubricant’s unique additives provide that missing lubrication to fight piston-ring and cylinder wear, maximizing engine compression and horsepower. Its lubricity improvers also aid in protecting fuel injectors and other fuel-system components from wear, helping ensure excellent performance and long-life. AMSOIL Upper Cylinder Lubricant delivers 18 percent more lubricity than Lucas* and 20 percent more than Sea Foam* for better retention of horsepower and fuel economy (see chart below).1 […]

Harley-Davidson* makes great bikes. What about their motorcycle oil? Many bikers want to know how AMSOIL products compare to the competition, particularly against Harley-Davidson oil. Q. What is the most important property of a lubricant? A. Viscosity! Why? Because the viscosity of a motor oil has to keep moving parts separated from one another to eliminate friction, heat, and wear. The ability of a motor oil to retain it’s viscosity is vital to providing excellent engine protection. While viscosity is defined as “resistance to flow,” one can think of it as the oil’s thickness. A motor oil has to provide […]

European performance and styling define a culture of exceptional engineering. AMSOIL matches that devotion to precision with lubricants specially designed for the unique demands of gasoline, diesel and hybrid European vehicles. AMSOIL’s  exclusive European formula features a precise blend of advanced synthetic base oils and premium additives that delivers exceptional engine protection without harming emissions systems. • Engineered to meet European manufacturers’ specifications • Excellent protection for gasoline, diesel and hybrid engines • Fights sludge for superior engine cleanliness There are two new SAE 0W-20 viscosity formulations, one meeting the VW 508.00/509.00 specification, and one carries the BMW LL-17FE+ and […]

Motor Oil Myths Abound – Here are some facts: You Decide We get phone calls from customers who “read something on the internet” or “heard something somewhere” about motor oils that indicate a lack of the facts. There are “armchair tribologists” who, while mean well, spread myths about motor oils. Here’s a summary of a recent AMSOIL blog article about five of these myths: Myth #1: Motor Oil Must Be Changed Once It Has Turned Black Fact: Not necessarily. In many diesel applications, the oil may turn black immediately after changing it. Detergent and dispersant additives hold contaminates in suspension […]

AMSOIL Signature Series 0W-40 (AZF) is now recommended for applications that call for the Chrysler MS-A0921 specification. This specification covers many newer Dodge SRT street-performance vehicles like the Challenger and Charger SRT equipped with the 6.2L Hellcat engine as well as Ram TRX (6.2L) and HD models such as the 2500 and 3500 series trucks equipped with the 6.4L Hemi. Signature Series 100% Synthetic Motor Oil 75% more engine protection against horsepower loss and wear1 50% more cleaning power vs. AMSOIL OE Motor Oil Protects turbochargers 72% better than required2 by the GM dexos1 Gen 2 specification 28% more acid-neutralizing power than Mobil […]

AMSOIL 100% Synthetic High-Mileage Motor Oil is specifically designed for the unique demands of high-mileage engines, helping extend the life of vehicles. It delivers purpose-built protection at a time in a vehicle’s life where it could benefit from more-robust maintenance – including boosted detergency and an additive package that fights oil breakdown and leaks. To prove it performs, we subjected it to independent testing. The result: AMSOIL High-Mileage Motor Oil reduced sludge by 67%,VV demonstrating its cleaning power that helps engines last longer and perform better. AMSOIL 100% Synthetic High-Mileage Motor Oil has already gained significant momentum in the market. To learn […]

We get a lot of questions about which AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil should I use. No matter what you drive, AMSOIL provides specially formulated motor oil designed to protect your vehicle. Different vehicles endure different challenges depending on their design and usage. AMSOIL engineers motor oil to target those unique conditions and maximize power, performance and protection in all vehicles. What the right motor oil for your vehicle? Whether it be Signature Series, Extended-Life, High-Mileage, Hybrid or OE, click here for the details to find out! And give us a call if you have any questions.  

Bound by Performance: New Lingenfelter & AMSOIL Strategic Partnership April 1, 2024 AMSOIL and Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) have formed a strategic partnership. AMSOIL products are now the “Official Lubricants of LPE.” Who is LPE? Lingenfelter Performance Engineering offers in-house performance-engineered products that aim to provide “winning performance through innovative engineering.” LPE was founded in 1973 and has become a globally recognized brand in the performance-engineering industry. The company offers engine building, engine and chassis tuning components and installation for vehicle owners; component product development and services to manufacturers, aftermarket and original equipment suppliers; prototype and preparation of product-development vehicles; […]