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Originally Posted By: btanchors
So - In addition to Mobil 1, other products I would be inclined to consider for this new Lexus would be Redline and Amsoil Signature, 0W-20.
Both Redline and Amsoil list their NOACK values, and since this characteristic appears to be important for vehicles with Direct Injection, I sent the following question to Mobil:
"Can you tell me the NOACK value for the new Mobil 1 Annual Protection 0W-20?"
The response:
"Just like other companies, we do not discuss our product formulations for obvious proprietary reasons. Mobil 1 is forumulated using a combination of high performance fluids including PAO, along with a proprietary system of performance additives. But in the end, it is about performance rather than the specific elements of the formulation in their individual performance."
Obviously, they think my question would reveal something about the base oil, which I did NOT ask about - my entire inquiry is exactly as above. Secondly, both Amsoil and Redline DO post their NOACK values. And thirdly, I AM talking about performance - and NOACK values measure that performance, in part. I didn't ask a single question about their additives or base oil.
It's obvious they just picked a form response rather than trying to answer my question...Sheesh! Having said that, I am still strongly considering Mobil 1 Annual protection 0W-20 for this Lexus.
It sounds like they didn't even read your question. You didn't ask about formulations,you asked about noack.
So - In addition to Mobil 1, other products I would be inclined to consider for this new Lexus would be Redline and Amsoil Signature, 0W-20.
Both Redline and Amsoil list their NOACK values, and since this characteristic appears to be important for vehicles with Direct Injection, I sent the following question to Mobil:
"Can you tell me the NOACK value for the new Mobil 1 Annual Protection 0W-20?"
The response:
"Just like other companies, we do not discuss our product formulations for obvious proprietary reasons. Mobil 1 is forumulated using a combination of high performance fluids including PAO, along with a proprietary system of performance additives. But in the end, it is about performance rather than the specific elements of the formulation in their individual performance."
Obviously, they think my question would reveal something about the base oil, which I did NOT ask about - my entire inquiry is exactly as above. Secondly, both Amsoil and Redline DO post their NOACK values. And thirdly, I AM talking about performance - and NOACK values measure that performance, in part. I didn't ask a single question about their additives or base oil.
It's obvious they just picked a form response rather than trying to answer my question...Sheesh! Having said that, I am still strongly considering Mobil 1 Annual protection 0W-20 for this Lexus.
It sounds like they didn't even read your question. You didn't ask about formulations,you asked about noack.
