Lets discuss Supertech Synthetic

[MrWideTires]

I know it's not the next synthetic out there.. but is it better to use cheap supertech synthetic or a quality dino oil??

I'm planning on putting it in my 04 Spec-V because I'm not gonna keep it forever I think, but I beat on it and it's a high stress engine, so I want something that will do a good job.

What are the viscosities on this oil??
Can someone post UOAs comparing it to other oils??

Discuss?...

 

[mechtech2]

It depends on how long you are going to leave it in there.
Shorter oil change intervals are great with dino, and synthetic allows longer intervals.
Roughly, 4-5,000 for dino, and 6 -8,000 for synthetic.
Many go longer with modern good synthetic oil.

 

[daves87rs]

Originally Posted By: mechtech2
It depends on how long you are going to leave it in there.
Shorter oil change intervals are great with dino, and synthetic allows longer intervals.
Roughly, 4-5,000 for dino, and 6 -8,000 for synthetic.
Many go longer with modern good synthetic oil.


+1


Just depends on what they use for...

 

[StevieC]

Cheap synthetic is better than a quality Dino IMO if used for the same mileage as you have superior cold engine lubrication on start up (even if it's not winter)

 

[tomcat27]

+1

 

[sw99]

Duh... Dino is way better! Because I cannot wait that long to change my oil...

 

[greenaccord02]

If they're being used in the same interval, I'd use cheap synthetic. I prefer synthetic because what if you have a water pump failure or a thermostat that doesn't open? Better to have the margin of safety.

If you're looking for something long term a few UOAs would serve you well. It would also be nice to see Supertech Synth against YB wear numbers in the same engine.

 

[firemachine69]

Originally Posted By: sw99
Duh... Dino is way better! Because I cannot wait that long to change my oil...



Shhhh you're letting my secret out!

 

[ZZman]

Depends on how cheap the add pack is on the Syn oil.

 

[Superbuick96]

The 5qt jug of PP,M1,QS,Vav. is all around 20-22 dollars. 21.00 dollars for top notch oil to me is a no brainer....Don't get me wrong either a dino, or cheap syn like Supertech will do the job in most cases. But if your undecided between dino, or cheap syn, why not spend 21 dollars and buy a 5 qt. jug of a quality syn, can't go wrong.... :2cents:

 

[wannafbody]

Look at it this way in comparison to conventional oil.
super- better than conventional
tech- higher technology than conventional

Supertech synthetic is a no brainer.

 

[GROUCHO MARX]

The SuperTech UOAs have been good. After that, it's your choice.

 

[demarpaint]

Originally Posted By: StevieC
Cheap synthetic is better than a quality Dino IMO if used for the same mileage as you have superior cold engine lubrication on start up (even if it's not winter)



I feel the same way

and use synthetic oil in 2 of my vehicles because they sit sometimes for several days before I use them. I feel synthetic oils cling better than dino oils, and give better start-up protection for the way my vehicles are used.

 

[ARCOgraphite]

Originally Posted By: demarpaint
Originally Posted By: StevieC





I feel synthetic oils cling better than dino oils, and give better start-up protection for the way my vehicles are used.
Most PAO is non-polar an clings worse than a grp-ii wide cut. Demar, You talking group V?

 

[ARCOgraphite]

You have to try it in your engine and see how it goes. Got to prove it on the road. Then pick what works best for your app. I use "synth" for supposed reduced varnishing, as my TC tensioner is prone to sticking. Remember grp-v is the only high temp, high lubricity base - I dont think supertech or many other majors fit into the group-v category.

 

[deven]

Originally Posted By: StevieC
Cheap synthetic is better than a quality Dino IMO if used for the same mileage as you have superior cold engine lubrication on start up (even if it's not winter)



Originally Posted By: StevieC
Want your engine to last a real long time?
Use a SM rated Dino oil, H.Q. filter & Reasonable OCI and it will!
(Good for 99% of vehicles)


So how much longer will the car last if you pour in synthetic and have better cold cranking properties?

 

[StevieC]

Depends on the engine, the temperature, the driving patterns and how long the engine sits overnight etc.

 

[daman]

Originally Posted By: deven
Originally Posted By: StevieC
Cheap synthetic is better than a quality Dino IMO if used for the same mileage as you have superior cold engine lubrication on start up (even if it's not winter)



Originally Posted By: StevieC
Want your engine to last a real long time?
Use a SM rated Dino oil, H.Q. filter & Reasonable OCI and it will!
(Good for 99% of vehicles)


So how much longer will the car last if you pour in synthetic and have better cold cranking properties?

7 years or 80,000 miles..