Switching from Mobil 1 to Amsoil?

[bsannich]

I'm sorry if this has been discussed - I searched and didn't come up with any solid answers. Search was bogged down with comparisons.

I just purchased a car (1996 Z28 w/39k miles) that has been running on Mobil 1 for it's entire life (since 1k miles). I put Amsoil in my other vehicles. Is there any reason to stick with Mobil 1 on the new car? I'm not looking for a comparison of quality/protection - as far as I am concerned, they're both very good oils, although my preference is Amsoil. It will just make my life a little easier to stick with one manufacturer.

I know I'm overthinking it, but I don't want to throw a monkey wrench into an otherwise perfectly operating low-mile engine by switching oils.

Thanks.

 

[kschachn]

What is your greatest fear that might happen?

 

[bsannich]

What is your greatest fear that might happen?

Nothing...I'm 99.99% sure it's a stupid question to ask, but wanted to ask nonetheless.

 

[Furious]

If it makes you feel any better, my 2003 Chevy has 130,000 miles give or take a little bit and it was running god knows what oil before my ownership but since I owned it I put only QS All Mileage in it, but I just changed the oil this past week with Mobil 1 HM Full Synthetic and it is doing perfectly fine and actually seems quieter.

My 2002 Toyota has documented proof of running QS oil it's whole entire life 140,000 miles and I also just put Mobil 1 in it for the first time and it seems to be doing perfectly fine and slightly better on gas.

There is no problem switching to different oils it will not hurt it, I just don't recommend making it a habit, choose an oil that works for you and run it.

You would save a bit more running Mobil 1 though but if that is not a concern to you then switch to whatever oil you want.

 

[kschachn]

Nothing...I'm 99.99% sure it's a stupid question to ask, but wanted to ask nonetheless.

Would you have the same worry about switching to another brand such as Pennzoil?

 

[4WD]

I'm sorry if this has been discussed - I searched and didn't come up with any solid answers. Search was bogged down with comparisons.

I just purchased a car (1996 Z28 w/39k miles) that has been running on Mobil 1 for it's entire life (since 1k miles). I put Amsoil in my other vehicles. Is there any reason to stick with Mobil 1 on the new car? I'm not looking for a comparison of quality/protection - as far as I am concerned, they're both very good oils, although my preference is Amsoil. It will just make my life a little easier to stick with one manufacturer.

I know I'm overthinking it, but I don't want to throw a monkey wrench into an otherwise perfectly operating low-mile engine by switching oils.

Thanks.

Welcome … no such thing as stupid questions here …
No worries with the Mobil 1 !
BTW - that’s nice to have a low mile unit in that year …
There is a show us that ride thread here

 

[Brian123]

I'm sorry if this has been discussed - I searched and didn't come up with any solid answers. Search was bogged down with comparisons.

I just purchased a car (1996 Z28 w/39k miles) that has been running on Mobil 1 for it's entire life (since 1k miles). I put Amsoil in my other vehicles. Is there any reason to stick with Mobil 1 on the new car? I'm not looking for a comparison of quality/protection - as far as I am concerned, they're both very good oils, although my preference is Amsoil. It will just make my life a little easier to stick with one manufacturer.

I know I'm overthinking it, but I don't want to throw a monkey wrench into an otherwise perfectly operating low-mile engine by switching oils.

Thanks.

You are kind of asking a question to an answer you already have, if you like Amsoil, then use that oil.

 

[CleanSump]

I've done it. Nothing will happen. The car is not sentient and doesn't know what brand of oil is in it.

 

[atikovi]

Never used Amsoil but how much does it cost per oil change compared to $25 for Mobil 1?

 

[DGXR]

No reason to stick with Mobil 1 or any particular brand at all. If cost is no concern, then sure, run the Amsoil. You know Amsoil is overkill for a 1996 Chevy but it won't hurt anything. Whatever makes you happy. Enjoy the classic Camaro.

 

[cheesepuffs2]

Never used Amsoil but how much does it cost per oil change compared to $25 for Mobil 1?

This is my take on it, too. Nothing wrong with switching to Amsoil, but Mobil 1 is totally solid and happens to be a good deal cheaper, so why not stick with that?

 

[TiGeo]

I'd run Amsoil if that's your norm.

 

[labfan]

You could use the cheapest oil in price per oz which would be whatever cheapest 15w-40 at Walmart and it would still last hundreds of thousands of miles. Use whatever you want if you don't mind spending more.

 

[Big_B]

Depending on how many miles you drive Amsoil could be a 1 year oil change.
Has a good dose of ester.....cleaning power.

 

[Deleted member 89374]

I know I'm overthinking it

Yes, you are. Mobil 1 and AMSOIL are both excellent oils. Want something really good? Try @High Performance Lubricants.

Has a good dose of ester.....cleaning power.

Not all esters clean.

 

[Starman2112]

Stick with Mobil 1.

 

[Zee09]

No worries. Use what you like.

 

[TiGeo]

Yes, you are. Mobil 1 and AMSOIL are both excellent oils. Want something really good? Try @High Performance Lubricants.


Not all esters clean.

Like clockwork HPL is brought into the chat.

 

[02zx9r rev2]

Really?

 

[Deleted member 89374]

Like clockwork HPL is brought into the chat.