As big as Amazon is -- I am sure it will be back in due time. I remember the other year grabbing there European Full Synthetic 0W40 5 quart containers for alittle over 8 bucks with tax. I snagged 5 of them and still have 2 left.
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Costco had pallets of the stuff (Duh, its Costco)
I can't see it going away soon, they just added more viscosity too
I do wonder if they've had shipping issues with it too, every time I buy liquid from Amazon, it leaks
Not much on conspiracy theories, but anything is possible I suppose. Seeing as WM Super Tech ST Syn and Costco Kirkland are same oils, perhaps production of those do get first priority. Amazon gets runs after those, or after an Amazon request. Also, since shipping issues mentioned, my AB Syn jug arrived with no damage.
Does the price go down when its out of stock? You see this on Amazon occasionally - out of stock "ships in 1 to 2 months" Much cheaper. People like me would order a bunch if they actually used it - so when it comes back in stock it all ships.
I have not seen a blend or conventional oil deal since christmas. Walmart Chevron Supreme is $21 - was $14 or so a year ago. Same with the Havoline box.
I am 100% out - poured the last bottle in my Xterra. It will break my heart if I have to pay full price for a blend.
Inside guy says the supply side is awash. He repeated it several times, I have no knowledge as I certainly don't follow the market.
Yes, I have seen that thread. I have no reason to not believe him. Retail price and wholesale price have no correlation - long been the case. Retail sells at what they think they can get. I think blend is now a "niche" product for most people at a DIY retail level - so we may even see a premium in the future. Maybe thats why your friends are getting into that market?
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Not getting along well with the spouse? Then ask he/she for forgiveness - then ask for some oil for Christmas. If not forgiven, you can daydream breaking their heart about paying full prices, instead of yours.
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I haven't seen it available lately in the viscosities I normally buy, but last time I checked it was $24 for 5 qts and Valvoline and Pennzoil were $22.
My condolences. $17 is alot of scratch. An extra dollar and that Xterra could have full synthetic.
NAPA blend will go on “sale” for around $3 a quart periodically. I bought enough for 2 oil changes on the Hyundai last time.
My 400K mile Xterra is doing fine on its blend. No leaks, no fuss.My condolences. $17 is alot of scratch. An extra dollar and that Xterra could have full synthetic.
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$17 for a blend is highway robbery
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