Re: Synthetic lubricants

Posted by Ron on July 31, 2004 at 04:47:16 from (69.179.21.81):

In Reply to: Synthetic lubricants posted by Ron on July 30, 2004 at 06:47:22:

Thanks for your feedback. It seems like the results have been pretty universal.

When I switched to all Mobil 1 lubricants 15 years ago, I did so because I wanted the benefits of less wear during dry starts and the protection against high heat damage. Sure, I got those, but I also got these...

1) Minimum 5% increase in fuel mileage (OTR vehicles)
2) Engines remain far cleaner
3) Transfer cases less noisy
4) Differentials less noisy
5) The grease is waterproof so chassis lubes are required less frequently.
6) Block heater use no longer required no matter how cold it gets.

Before Mobil 1, the T/FD on my Oliver 1650G was reluctant to shift when cold (like way below zero cold). It would free up after it warmed up but by that time I was done plowing and it was back in the barn. After Mobil 1, the dead cold T/FD shifts in the coldest weather just like it does when the weather is hot. (75W-90 gear lube).

I have experienced zero parts failures and zero leaks.

I saved the best for last. My 1650G has over 10K hours on it, it's never had a wrench on it, and both compression and vacuum are perfect. I figure it's good for another 10K hours if I live that long!

Follow Ups:

• Re: Synthetic lubricants 720Deere 05:10:38 07/31/04 (1)
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