Thats the problem if you ask 20 people you will get 20 different answers. I had one guy tell be he wouldn't use RP on his door hinge. LOL
I think I am going to pull a sample and have it checked where I work at.
When someone says they wouldn't use it, for the benefit of others, stating "why" would help.
Engineering analysis is the only sure way to separate marketing from chemistry.
When someone says they wouldn't use it, for the benefit of others, stating "why" would help.
Engineering analysis is the only sure way to separate marketing from chemistry.
My experience with RP was very poor. I tore open an crate engine that had 20K miles on it and RP was used it's entire life. The engine was absolutely filthy inside. There was black goo all over the lifter valley. I believe it was the moly.
My experience with RP was very poor. I tore open an crate engine that had 20K miles on it and RP was used it's entire life. The engine was absolutely filthy inside. There was black goo all over the lifter valley. I believe it was the moly.
Thanks that definitely supports the engineering statement.
RP is not real synthetic. It's a blend as are a lot of "syn-something" oils. Now Red Line Oil -- is real synthetic oil engineered with one purpose in mind: High Performance engines. Amsoil is another true synthetic as is Mobil 1
The people at Red Line Oil are big supporters of pro-touring including as the oil of choice on Stielow's cars over the years.
I've taken Red Line Oil's advice and moved towards lighter viscosity oils, knowing that they bring the engine protection, so I might as well free up some power. The added protection has probably saved us an engine or two.
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RP is not real synthetic. It's a blend as are a lot of "syn-something" oils. Now Red Line Oil -- is real synthetic oil engineered with one purpose in mind: High Performance engines. Amsoil is another true synthetic as is Mobil 1
The people at Red Line Oil are big supporters of pro-touring including as the oil of choice on Stielow's cars over the years.
I've taken Red Line Oil's advice and moved towards lighter viscosity oils, knowing that they bring the engine protection, so I might as well free up some power. The added protection has probably saved us an engine or two.
Where is the best place to get Redline oil? $$$ wise
Pricing seems pretty consistent everywhere. We get ours from Summit or Lane Automotive. Be sure to amortize the added cost across longer change intervals. Full synthetic works out way cheaper in the long run. For sure, if you were to experience momentary oil starvation due to high lateral loading (i.e. auto-x or road course) or an overheating scenario, added film strength at the bearings will surely pay off, a lot.
Just remember that if you're firing a new engine for the first time, break it in on non-synthetic until vacuum increases, then levels off. Gotta get those rings to seal, and in this regard, the Red Line Oil works too well. For that process we use, Valvoline 5W-30 in conjunction with Red Line engine break-in additive. Lucas Oil makes a good engine break in additive as well.
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RP is not real synthetic. It's a blend as are a lot of "syn-something" oils. Now Red Line Oil -- is real synthetic oil engineered with one purpose in mind: High Performance engines. Amsoil is another true synthetic as is Mobil 1
The people at Red Line Oil are big supporters of pro-touring including as the oil of choice on Stielow's cars over the years.
I've taken Red Line Oil's advice and moved towards lighter viscosity oils, knowing that they bring the engine protection, so I might as well free up some power. The added protection has probably saved us an engine or two.
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