Unveiling the Superiority of Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Oil: A Detailed Analysis by Mr. Lake Speed Jr.

[Sienna dude]

It went down but yeah I mean can't stay at 45 MPG the whole day. I think it's going to get stable around 38 MPG. I'm not feeling any difference. The stop/start is doing its thing, I'm coasting all right, my van is loving this Ultra.

 

[tig1]

The best test for rating an oil (in my view) is run it for 200K, change it every 10K, and then evaluate the results. That's worked for me in all of my engines the last 47 years.

 

[Rust_Belt_Pete]

The best test for rating an oil (in my view) is run it for 200K, change it every 10K, and then evaluate the results. That's worked for me in all of my engines the last 47 years.

Looking at your signature none of your engines are DI.
Sadly DI made things worse. Many DI engines wont let you do that due to oil dilution.

 

[tired]

The best test for rating an oil (in my view) is run it for 200K, change it every 10K, and then evaluate the results. That's worked for me in all of my engines the last 47 years.

I take it that your tests have shown that M1 EP is the best?

 

[facility1]

I take it that your tests have shown that M1 EP is the best?

really?

 

[odie]

Last night when at a local Walmart I checked for P.U.P. and they have the 0w-20 , 5w-20 and 5w-30 . Will likely buy it there at under $30 for the 5 quart jug . Forgot to look for the new S.Q , GF-7 rating . Hopefully I'll remember next time .

 

[tired]

really?

Just saying that based on the oils he's running in his signature.

 

[tired]

Last night when at a local Walmart I checked for P.U.P. and they have the 0w-20 , 5w-20 and 5w-30 . Will likely buy it there at under $30 for the 5 quart jug . Forgot to look for the new S.Q , GF-7 rating . Hopefully I'll remember next time .

$30 rebate on two jugs, btw.

https://www.pennzoil.com/en_us/promotions/do-it-yourself-oil-change/platinum-rewards.html

 

[odie]

$30 rebate on two jugs, btw.

https://www.pennzoil.com/en_us/promotions/do-it-yourself-oil-change/platinum-rewards.html

Yes , used that for 2 5 quart jugs and waiting on the $30 . Can't go wrong at around $3 a quart for good quality oil . Using the 2 jugs of P.U.P. 0w-20 for both new '25 KIA Souls' . Thanks just the same .

 

[tired]

Yes , used that for 2 5 quart jugs and waiting on the $30 . Can't go wrong at around $3 a quart for good quality oil . Using the 2 jugs of P.U.P. 0w-20 for both new '25 KIA Souls' . Thanks just the same .

Yes I wasn't planning on buying PUP in the near future, but couldn't pass this up, especially because it's not always in stock in the store. Easy buy. I'll use it at some point.

 

[tig1]

I take it that your tests have shown that M1 EP is the best?

EP is outstanding as are the other formulations have been.

 

[tig1]

Looking at your signature none of your engines are DI.
Sadly DI made things worse. Many DI engines wont let you do that due to oil dilution.

As of this time I choose not to own one.

 

[Rust_Belt_Pete]

As of this time I choose not to own one.

You are a wise man

 

[Patman]

Looking at your signature none of your engines are DI.
Sadly DI made things worse. Many DI engines wont let you do that due to oil dilution.

Not all DI engines are like this, the LT1 in my Corvette doesn’t put any fuel into the oil at all.

 

[Rust_Belt_Pete]

Not all DI engines are like this, the LT1 in my Corvette doesn’t put any fuel into the oil at all.

Very good point. I think to be fair your engine is an outlier as most of todays DI engines are high string turboed 4 bangers so the blow by is a bit bigger issue. Some are just outright awful with keeping fuel on the correct side of the piston rings (looking at you honda 1.5)

 

[ka9mnx]

The best test for rating an oil (in my view) is run it for 200K, change it every 10K, and then evaluate the results. That's worked for me in all of my engines the last 47 years.

At 200k miles you probably cannot get the same oil you start wirh?

 

[Patman]

Very good point. I think to be fair your engine is an outlier as most of todays DI engines are high string turboed 4 bangers so the blow by is a bit bigger issue. Some are just outright awful with keeping fuel on the correct side of the piston rings (looking at you honda 1.5)

I’m definitely glad that I have the port injected 2.0 in my Civic instead of the 1.5T! That’s probably one of the worst fuel diluters out there

 

[Sienna dude]

My MPG is doing pretty good after 120 miles. I will do the exact calculation after I run through this tank. The gas mileage difference between 0w16 and 0w20 looks pretty negligible.

 

[tig1]

At 200k miles you probably cannot get the same oil you start wirh?

My 47 year experience with various formulations of M1 oil is that it hasn't mattered.

 

[Pmaholch]

This video is a deep dive into the differences between Pennzoil Ultra Platinum oil and regular Pennzoil Platinum oil. Mr. Lake Speed Jr., a certified lubrication specialist, uses a variety of tests to analyze the two oils. The key takeaway is that there's no difference in viscosity, but there is a significant difference in oxidation value, with Ultra Platinum oil having a lower value.

The Ultra Platinum oil boasts of "extreme protection", a claim that is substantiated by the presence of higher levels of calcium, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, molybdenum, and boron. These additives and detergents, particularly the borate ester, are responsible for the oil's friction-reducing properties. Mr. Lake Speed Jr. uses an infrared trace test, F-T-I-R, to identify these esters.

The video also touches upon the differences between conventional and GTL base oils. The GTL base oil has a narrower bottom than the conventional base oil, and the ester spike in Pennzoil Platinum is likely a borate ester, which provides extra wear protection when combined with other additives.

In conclusion, Mr. Lake Speed Jr. is convinced of the superior properties of Pennzoil Ultra Platinum oil and plans to use it in his Porsche. He promises to share his experience in a future video, encouraging viewers to subscribe to his channel. The video is a comprehensive analysis of the two oils, providing viewers with a clear understanding of what makes Pennzoil Ultra Platinum oil stand out.

I just know that my Subaru runs quieter with PUP.
I mean significantly quieter especially on cold starts. I’ve ditched using Subaru oil … nothing special about that. I’ve tried multiple brands. It’s nice to have all this documentation but my proof is that the boxer engine loves this oil. To me quieter is better.