I've come across this new oil sold at Wal-Mart and wonder if anyone has used it? I would like BITOG to test it before I use it.
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G-OIL Bio-based full synthetic motor oil
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You waNT BITOG to test it? BITOG is its members...why don't YOU test it, as a member, and report back?
You should use the "search" function. Some guys are already running it.
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stubbakatt is right. If you use the site's Google Site Search box and search for G-OIL you'll get a bunch of results. To the best of my knowledge there's one VOA, but it's of the Racing formula. There aren't yet any UOAs but chubbs1 and some others are running it and I'm anxious to see the results.
stubbakatt is right. If you use the site's Google Site Search box and search for G-OIL you'll get a bunch of results. To the best of my knowledge there's one VOA, but it's of the Racing formula. There aren't yet any UOAs but chubbs1 and some others are running it and I'm anxious to see the results.
My UOA will be posted probably sometime this summer (whenever the OLM goes off in the Buick + another 1000 miles).
Next on the oil roulette roundup, going to try some Resolute 5w30 in the Buick ($1.74/qt reg price $1.34 right now on sale at Fleet Farm).
The Taurus is going to Valvoline Next Gen HM 5w30 as soon as walmart gets some back in stock in the 5qt jugs (rebate ahoy!).
Then later this summer the 06 VW 2.slow will see some Rotella T5 10w30 (oh no! its not VW502, A3, or even a full synthetic).
Yeah, I know. Gambling man. I'll let all of you know when my engines detonate and then eject themselves from my vehicles in disgust over the oils I'm running in them.
Next on the oil roulette roundup, going to try some Resolute 5w30 in the Buick ($1.74/qt reg price $1.34 right now on sale at Fleet Farm).
The Taurus is going to Valvoline Next Gen HM 5w30 as soon as walmart gets some back in stock in the 5qt jugs (rebate ahoy!).
Then later this summer the 06 VW 2.slow will see some Rotella T5 10w30 (oh no! its not VW502, A3, or even a full synthetic).
Yeah, I know. Gambling man. I'll let all of you know when my engines detonate and then eject themselves from my vehicles in disgust over the oils I'm running in them.
How much does this stuff cost?
Originally Posted By: Bob Woods
How much does this stuff cost?
$26 at WALMART and there is a (unlimited) $13 rebate from www.getg.com
How much does this stuff cost?
$26 at WALMART and there is a (unlimited) $13 rebate from www.getg.com
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic? If that's accurate $26 is a bargain and $13 is an absolute steal.
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With a new product I am dubious to use it without somewhat of a scientific test for wear, durability, etc. I have only used regular and synthetic oils for 50 years with great success never having an engine failure of any machines I've ever owned and don't want the first one with this new product. Bob has the means to test this product.
Originally Posted By: pochie
Bob has the means to test this product.
BITOG is its members, of which you're now one of. Exercise your "means" like the rest of a us, buy some, do a VOA, and post for all to see. Or if you choose to use it, do a UOA at the end of your OCI and post for all to see. That's what makes BITOG, BITOG.
Bob has the means to test this product.
BITOG is its members, of which you're now one of. Exercise your "means" like the rest of a us, buy some, do a VOA, and post for all to see. Or if you choose to use it, do a UOA at the end of your OCI and post for all to see. That's what makes BITOG, BITOG.
Originally Posted By: AlienBug
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic? If that's accurate $26 is a bargain and $13 is an absolute steal.
No, they don't, AFAIK. Their advertising focuses on reducing dependence on foreign oil and biodegradability rather than performance.
It still might be a very good performer, but we'll have to wait for the UOAs.
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic? If that's accurate $26 is a bargain and $13 is an absolute steal.
No, they don't, AFAIK. Their advertising focuses on reducing dependence on foreign oil and biodegradability rather than performance.
It still might be a very good performer, but we'll have to wait for the UOAs.
Originally Posted By: pochie
Bob has the means to test this product.
Bob who? And why should this Bob shell out his own money to give YOU peace of mind?
Bob has the means to test this product.
Bob who? And why should this Bob shell out his own money to give YOU peace of mind?
Anyone see the new G-Oil SAE 30 48oz bottle in the lawn mower section. IIRC $7.88 for 48 oz which is quite good considering the lawn mower brand oil was about $2 for conventional oil in the same size.
Originally Posted By: pochie
With a new product I am dubious to use it without somewhat of a scientific test for wear, durability, etc. I have only used regular and synthetic oils for 50 years with great success never having an engine failure of any machines I've ever owned and don't want the first one with this new product. Bob has the means to test this product.
So, let me summarize. Basically you'd like someone else to take the risk of running this new oil in their vehicle and then have them spend their money to do lab testing and finally have them report the results back to you. That about it?
With a new product I am dubious to use it without somewhat of a scientific test for wear, durability, etc. I have only used regular and synthetic oils for 50 years with great success never having an engine failure of any machines I've ever owned and don't want the first one with this new product. Bob has the means to test this product.
So, let me summarize. Basically you'd like someone else to take the risk of running this new oil in their vehicle and then have them spend their money to do lab testing and finally have them report the results back to you. That about it?
Originally Posted By: AlienBug
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic?
I haven't found that claim in any GET statements/FAQs.Can you provide?
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic?
I haven't found that claim in any GET statements/FAQs.Can you provide?
Originally Posted By: ChuckBerry
Originally Posted By: pochie
Bob has the means to test this product.
Bob who? And why should this Bob shell out his own money to give YOU peace of mind?
LOL, I was wondering who the heck this "bob" is myself. He must be special too because he has the "means" to test this G-Oil.
Originally Posted By: pochie
Bob has the means to test this product.
Bob who? And why should this Bob shell out his own money to give YOU peace of mind?
LOL, I was wondering who the heck this "bob" is myself. He must be special too because he has the "means" to test this G-Oil.
Originally Posted By: Hallmark
Originally Posted By: AlienBug
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic?
I haven't found that claim in any GET statements/FAQs.Can you provide?
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Group V base oils are so diverse that there is no catch-all description.
Based on the fact that Group V is a catch all catagory and Esters from plants and Animals are Group V oil AND G-Oil is a Beef Tallow derived oil gets you Group V oil.
Of course, now some may not think so highly of Group V oils.
Originally Posted By: AlienBug
Doesn't the company say G-oil is the equivalent of a Group 5 synthetic?
I haven't found that claim in any GET statements/FAQs.Can you provide?
Quote:
Group V base oils are so diverse that there is no catch-all description.
Based on the fact that Group V is a catch all catagory and Esters from plants and Animals are Group V oil AND G-Oil is a Beef Tallow derived oil gets you Group V oil.
Of course, now some may not think so highly of Group V oils.
A UOA will come eventually, but it might take me six months to get enough miles for a useful report. I may just pull a sample at 3,000 miles and have it tested. If the report comes back that my motor oil is turning to Crisco, I'll stop using it.
It's API approved oil, so I'm pretty sure the stuff's not junk. The only question I have is about the price. If it's just as good as a good conventional, then paying an extra $13 dollars per jug just to get the "warm and fuzzies" just ain't happening. If it turns out that it's a pretty good synthetic (and by pretty good I mean, better than the sub-$20 syns), it might be worth it.
I've got 1,000 miles on it so far. It looks just like it did when I poured it in. So far, so good.
It's API approved oil, so I'm pretty sure the stuff's not junk. The only question I have is about the price. If it's just as good as a good conventional, then paying an extra $13 dollars per jug just to get the "warm and fuzzies" just ain't happening. If it turns out that it's a pretty good synthetic (and by pretty good I mean, better than the sub-$20 syns), it might be worth it.
I've got 1,000 miles on it so far. It looks just like it did when I poured it in. So far, so good.
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