Amsoil Synthetic

[straycat]

I noticed tha on the amsoil site they have a kit for the 6.0 much like the one you were telling me you could put togeather for the 7.3, going through the oil cap, but no mention of the same thing for the 7.3. Thats what got me wondering about those other threads you guys were talking about. At the FS site, there s a vidio comparing the FS, Fleetguard and Amsoil filter, showing the FS cleaning up after the others have run the oil through them. It's quite a dramatic claim, And it is just useing the bypass filter. So Im thinking that you may be right Diesel Nut the single is the way to go, but I now wonder which filter is the best. FS backs there claims with independent studies, and so far I haven't seen that with the others, and as I say, the vidio was quite a dramatic differance. And working in the Movie biz, I know that what you see on film has to be real, right? hahaha.

Gord.

[rlwade@swva.net]

I would go with Rottlea (Shell product) proven oil. Oil needs to be changed more often but thats a good thing.

[Diesel Nut]

I've seen the FS video, and even applied to be a dealer. After calling them back 3 times I figured they must not need dealers.

The reason I recommend the Amsoil BMK11 instead of the dual filter kit is mainly the noise. There is nothing more annoying than your truck having a nasty whine to it. Some dealers will sell it anyways, but If you are going to be spending alot of time in this truck, that whine will drive you NUTS! Plus, this is a more cost effective kit, and offers more options for mounting.

As for the proof, well its in the samples. Its all about oil samples. That is the only way to truely see what kind of condition your oil is in. Even dino oil can be analyzed. But, Dino oil is more suseptable to viscosity change due to heat and has a lower TBN than quality synthetics. With a truck running 15qts of oil it can save alot of money by not wasting oil and prematurely draining it, as well as save on reprocessing of all that extra oil.

[straycat]

Hey Diesel Nut can you pm me with the prices for the parts you were talking about, If you don't mind. That was for the single bypass. Thanks, no rush by the way, whenever you get a chance.

Gord.

[chefbutthead]

Originally Posted by lawman349

How many miles between changes? I am not pulling a trailer, but I tend to stomp the throttle alot. LOL

I am using a NAPA gold filter, if it matters.

I have been using Amsoil for the last three changes.
I am getting about 10000 miles between changes. Amsoil synthetic gets about 25000 between changes for gasoline engines, but for diesel (especially 7.3L) they recommend not going that far.
I use their filter with the oil.
Also, I use their transmission fluid.
I have noticed since I started using Amsoil that my truck runs better and shifts better. Although it still shifts rough.
I use the diesel additive and the cetane booster in my truck, too.
I get better fuel economy with the additives.
Hope this helps,
chefbutthead

[straycat]

Thank you chef, any info is helpfull when your trying to decide which way your going to go as far as mods are concerned, every little bit helps,and the info is available to others down the road as well which makes it x2 gooder.

Gord.

[rlwade@swva.net]

I guess I'm from the old school, you can get the right oil for any diesel without using synthetic and I might add overly priced. Requires special filters so how much haved you saved in the long run. I'll change my oil every 3000 miles even when it dosen't need it my engine will last as long as any average diesel who uses synthetic or regular oil designed for diesels and can find it and the filter down the street at any auto part store without paying outragious prices. Don't fix something that 's not broke.

[Diesel Nut]

Originally Posted by rlwade@swva.net

I guess I'm from the old school, you can get the right oil for any diesel without using synthetic and I might add overly priced. Requires special filters so how much haved you saved in the long run. I'll change my oil every 3000 miles even when it dosen't need it my engine will last as long as any average diesel who uses synthetic or regular oil designed for diesels and can find it and the filter down the street at any auto part store without paying outragious prices. Don't fix something that 's not broke.

I see your point, but I disagree. First, the oil is of a higher quality. Much like the different grades of gasoline. You wouldn't put regular in your new Ford GT or Chevy Corvette would you? Why not? because the higher grade fuel is better. more expensive, but better. Same for Synthetic oils. If you like doing changes every 3k, cool, do it. However, those that do not want to run to Jiffy Lube or the dealer once a month find extra savings in time and money by using a better quality oil that is capable of not being poluted every 3k miles. Why is in it not poluted? Because of the higher quality filters. Use what you wish, I only offer insight to other options.

Straycat - PM on the way!

[vitalidle]

I certainly am sold on amsoil! I had 170 thousand plus miles on my 99 ford ranger and it ran like a dream didnt burn any oil between changes. I used the the regular amsoil filters and changed every 5000 thousand miles, but before I use it in my diesel I have to feel comfortable in the bypass kit. At 8 dollars a quart and 30-40 bucks a filter I certainly would want to get more than 5000 miles on a change. I guess what worries me is the cold weather I live in for 4-6 months out of the year, and not getting the operating temps up enough to boil the moisture out of the oil. So I guess I would worry about that. I guess I need to research it more

[ndurbin]

Originally Posted by Lord Tauk

Is there anyone/store on the internet that has in stock and sells Amsoil? Vendor?

I've looked on Ebay, but not much is available from what I searched.

Amsoil has pretty tight control over how their products are marketed over the internet. You can hit the link in my sig and it'll take you to the Amsoil Store and there are also links for the Dealer and Preferred Customer programs.