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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2021, 03:05 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

After TWO sets of Wiped Lobes in a row, going a different direction FINALLY Success

The following is from a reader who contacted me, and my response, which is relevant to discussions here.

February 5, 2021 (https://540ratblog.wordpress.com/about/comment-page-32/#comment-1723)
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2021, 03:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,387
Posted By 540 RAT

After TWO sets of Wiped Lobes in a row, going a different direction FINALLY success

The following is from a reader who contacted me, and my response, which is relevant to discussions here.

February 5, 2021 (https://540ratblog.wordpress.com/about/comment-page-32/#comment-1723)
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Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
06-12-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,116
Posted By 540 RAT

Testimonial Backing-Up My Engineering Test Data

A June 2018 Testimonial regarding Amsoil 5W30 Signature Series, was sent by one of my Blog readers from Greece, which PROVED ONCE AGAIN that my motor oil Engineering Test Data "EXACTLY MATCHES" real...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-12-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Testimonial Backing-Up My Engineering Test Data

A June 2018 Testimonial regarding Amsoil 5W30 Signature Series, was sent by one of my Blog readers from Greece, which PROVED ONCE AGAIN that my motor oil Engineering Test Data "EXACTLY MATCHES" real...
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
05-28-2018, 01:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,393
Posted By 540 RAT

That is a rather old test that has been floating...

That is a rather old test that has been floating around for years and years. Several years back, I spoke with a Royal Purple Engineer about that test. And he told me that Royal Purple DID in fact,...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
04-21-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 53,730
Posted By 540 RAT

5W30 vs 0W40

For Corvette C6, Z06 owners, many of the U.S. guys like to use is what they call, the 0W40 Euro blend Mobil 1, rather than following GM’s U.S. Corvette recommendation of using 5W30 Mobil 1. The 0W40...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-21-2016, 05:00 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Five Lightweight Diesel Oils Tested and Compared

Before we get into the actual test information, a word of caution. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. No problem there. But, there are some outspoken critics on this Forum who have made it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-20-2016, 03:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 25,119
Posted By 540 RAT

Manufacturers do NOT use Break-In Oil because it...

Manufacturers do NOT use Break-In Oil because it is NOT needed. All engine parts, including rings will break-in perfectly fine with normal oil. No oil on earth can stop parts from breaking-in....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-13-2016, 07:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,780
Posted By 540 RAT

You do NOT need high levels of ZDDP to keep an...

You do NOT need high levels of ZDDP to keep an older flat tappet car on the road, that is only a MYTH that has been told over and over a million times until people just believe it is true. But, it's...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 03:25 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 39,180
Posted By 540 RAT

I'm also very sorry to hear of your loss. I...

I'm also very sorry to hear of your loss.

I am curious though why anyone thinks these compression numbers indicate the rings have not seated in. These numbers are reasonable and within about 5%...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-31-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 919
Posted By 540 RAT

Recommended Oil Change Interval

The Moderators have asked that I post all my motor oil related threads in my Sticky at the top of the page, titled "Motor Oil Wear Test and Lab Test Data". If you want to see this latest topic, go to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-31-2016, 05:07 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Recommemded Oil Change Interval

I normally don’t mention anything about oil change intervals, figuring that everyone can decide that for themselves. But, I’ve had a number of people contact me to ask what oil change interval they...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
01-31-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,749
Posted By 540 RAT

Recommended Oil Change Interval

I normally don’t mention anything about oil change intervals, figuring that everyone can decide that for themselves. But, I’ve had a number of people contact me to ask what oil change interval they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-15-2016, 07:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,773
Posted By 540 RAT

I’ve tested ZDDPlus zinc additive in 3 low zinc...

I’ve tested ZDDPlus zinc additive in 3 low zinc oils, and I’ve tested Edelbrock Zinc additive in 3 different low zinc oils. In each case, the recommended amount of additive was used. And in all 6...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-14-2016, 07:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
Posted By 540 RAT

Air conditioning isn’t just for cooling your vehicle

Everyone knows of course, that air conditioning (A/C) cools a vehicle’s interior to keep it comfortable in hot weather. But, what many people do not know, is that A/C can do more than just cool a...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
01-14-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 905
Posted By 540 RAT

Air conditioning isn’t just for cooling your vehicle

Everyone knows of course, that air conditioning (A/C) cools a vehicle’s interior to keep it comfortable in hot weather. But, what many people do not know, is that A/C can do more than just cool a...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
01-07-2016, 02:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,502
Posted By 540 RAT

Multi-viscosity motor oils are not exactly what some people think

Multi-viscosity motor oils are in “one way” what most people think they are. And that is, rated as a thinner viscosity when cold, than when they are hot. But, that’s where it ends for many people,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-06-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 893
Posted By 540 RAT

Multi-viscosity motor oils are not exactly what some people think

The Moderators have asked that my Motor Oil threads be posted in my Sticky at the top of this page titled, "Motor Oil Wear Test and Lab Test Data". If you are interested in seeing this latest info,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-06-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Multi-viscosity motor oils are not exactly what some people think

Multi-viscosity motor oils are in “one way” what most people think they are. And that is, rated as a thinner viscosity when cold, than when they are hot. But, that’s where it ends for many people,...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
01-01-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,899
Posted By 540 RAT

Motor Oil Wear Test Data now increased to over 170 Oils

Not only do I have the Credentials/Qualifications to perform motor oil wear protection testing, but I provide numerous real world examples that exactly match my test data, proving it is the real...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-01-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,046
Posted By 540 RAT

Motor Oil Wear Test Data now increased to over 170 Oils

The Moderators have asked that my Oil Testing Info be posted in my Sticky rather than in the General Forum. So, if you are interested in seeing the latest Tech Data, go to my Sticky above, titled...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-01-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Motor Oil Wear Test Data now increased to over 170 Oils

Not only do I have the Credentials/Qualifications to perform motor oil wear protection testing, but I provide numerous real world examples that exactly match my test data, proving it is the real...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-22-2015, 03:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,707
Posted By 540 RAT

I've performed dynamic Engineering Motor Oil Wear...

I've performed dynamic Engineering Motor Oil Wear Protection Tests under load, at a representative operating temperature of 230*F, on the oils mentioned here (NOTE: Additional wear testing at temps...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-21-2015, 11:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,048
Posted By 540 RAT

Real World experience EXACTLY matches Motor Oil Test Data

If you are interested in seeing this information, go to my Sticky above, titled "Motor Oil Wear Test and Lab Test Data", then go to page 14, reply number 270.

540 RAT
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-21-2015, 11:51 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 262,388
Posted By 540 RAT

Real World experience EXACTLY matches Motor Oil Test Data

I’m aware that most, if not all, of my Oil Test Data Forum critics, don’t even bother to read the motor oil information I provide. So, they never see all the real world experience references that...
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