Re: Synthoil AGAIN?? very very long,,,,,,,,,

[Alexei M Voloshin <Alexei.M.Voloshin-1@tc.umn.edu>]

> > have told you that I personally ran two tests of synthetic oil for
> >  an OEM engine manufacturer one test on a large diesel for 1000 HRS
> > at rated load ...the results were:
> > INCREASED wear on engine components, especially valve train
> > double the oil consumption
> > premature failures of seals

So, how would you explain the results - scientifically, not using 
abstract hand-waving arguments?


> > Why do you and the rest of the list refuse to accept Consumer
> > magazine tests?

They  don't explain their results scientifically either! If you call them 
and ask any specifics about their tests and the way they were performed  
they'll tell you - NOPE we can't tell you that, because of corporate 
secrets. 
An answer like this totally nullifies their experiment.


> > There is nothing I can do to change your mind about using synthetics and I
> > agree "they have there place" but, in most cases they are not needed, the
> > quality of oil today is extremely high
> 
YES - AGREED!

 
> >  synthetic oil IS NOT going to supply you with any extra margin of
> > security or prolong your engine life. 
> > This is what synthetic will do for you:
> > start easier in the winter,
> 


> And if you live in a cold climate where you do frequent winter
> starts, might this not translate into increased engine and/or
> starter life???
> 
> Dan Masi

Hey DAN - I'm with you here! 

Alex