Date: 03 Nov 2001 01:47:40 GMT From: saab85900nopsamcom (Saab85900) Subject: Re: Does anyone use synthetic oils?
>While I would be willing to accept the numbers below for the 5W-30 (the = >recommended viscosity for most new cars) in any argument of Mobil 1 vs. = >Amsoil, I know for a fact that Mobil 1 has improved their formula since = >these tests were conducted. I know for a fact that Mobil 1 has changed their formula. I don't know for a fact that it has been improved<g>. > The 7500 mile Amsoil version costs about = >50% more than Mobil 1, and the original 25,000 mile Amsoil (reflected in = >the specs below) costs 100% more than Mobil 1. The 7500 mile AMSOIL has a suggested list price of $5.20 per qt. Mobil 1 locally goes for abut $4.50-$4.60. >and the original 25,000 mile Amsoil (reflected in = >the specs below) costs 100% more than Mobil 1. The original AMSOIL (25,000 mile/1 year recommended drain (non-turbo/non-diesel) has a suggested list price of $5.70 per quart. Not quite 100% more than $4.50, but a lot less expensive by the mile. Dick in Falls Church
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