Why not Valvoline Restore and Protect for average Joe OCIs?

[apollo18]

I don't see why Valvoline Restore and Protect shouldn't be the go-to oil for the average Joe with regular OCIs in mind

As most of us already know this Valvoline Restore and protect cleans better then basically anything else in that price range. Valvoline has even stated its good for up to the vehicle OLM/OCI and that its one of the stoutiest oils they offer.


From what I have experienced and from what we have all read about it on the forum, it really seems like a no brainer for the average driver who just wants a standard OCI oil.


Before anyone jumps in and starts arguing hear me out.
Someone trying to get 20k miles out of a oil change is not a average joe so that does not apply here. Someone running a twin turbo V8 and tracking it every weekend also is not a average joe. Same goes for people who run a certain oil because they think the engine runs quieter or smoother on it, that is not who I am talking about.


I am talking about the typical guy who does 5k mile OCIs or just follows the OLM, goes to Walmart, and grabs Mobil 1, Castrol Edge, Pennzoil Ultra Platinum, or whatever $30 jug is on the shelf. For that person I don't really see why Valvoline Restore and Protect wouldn't be a better option.

In simple terms the engine is not going to care or even notice if it has Mobil 1, Castrol, or Pennzoil in it. We have seen over and over from Blackstone and other oil analysis that the wear numbers are basically the same for normal OCIs. At that point it really just comes down to personal preference.


The reason I keep saying Valvoline Restore and Protect is because it does everything your typical oil does but it can also actually clean deposits, which most other oils are not really proven to do. So why not run a oil that is likely cleaning your engine better then what you were running before while still giving the same protection.


And again just to be clear, this is not aimed at extended OCI guys, track cars, or people dead set on a certain oil for subjective reasons. For the average driver doing normal oil changes, Valvoline Restore and Protect just makes sense.


Kindly,

 

[altaylar]

I think consensus is in agreement with you on this one.
It is not a Euro oil, and some UOA shows considerable shear even without fuel dilution in WRX, but again, turbo boxer engine is not your average joe vehicle.
But also that being said, Supertech/Kirkland is not really that bad either. But if one is looking for something beyond that, yes, Valvoline Restore and Protect seems like a very good fit

 

[facility1]

Valvoline Restore and Protect is a excellent product in most all applications, and don't forget the Valvoline Extended Protection is also very good oil,,though Valvoline is not on this crazy 20 thousand oci thing ( marketing ) , its made for more conservative change intervals with intended excellent results, I always say when in doubt use Valvoline oil.

 

[stormgol]

i have no use for that oil. that oil is the equivalent of cholesterol medication for people that are in very poor shape, eat junk food all the time and never exercise. it is better suited for vehicles in poor shape, that are not driven often and are fueled with cheap gas and are poorly maintained. vehicles that stays parked most of the time. my vehicle does not fit any of these criteria. is it a good oil? of course. is it optimal in any applications? nope. that is why there are so many other oil choices. I can guarantee you my engine is cleaner than an Hospital floor and no Valvoline Restore and Protect was involved.

 

[Legs4Arms]

Just seems to be sold out everywhere, at least where I'm at. I don't overpay or wait in lineups for the latest greatest. Mobil 1 0W-40 is half the price for me so I'm one of the few that couldn't care less about Valvoline Restore and Protect.

 

[apollo18]

i have no use for that oil. that oil is the equivalent of cholesterol medication for people that are in very poor shape, eat junk food all the time and never exercise. it is better suited for vehicles in poor shape, that are not driven often and are fueled with cheap gas and are poorly maintained. vehicles that stays parked most of the time. my vehicle does not fit any of these criteria. is it a good oil? of course. is it optimal in any applications? nope. that is why there are so many other oil choices. i can guarantee you my engine is cleaner than an Hospital floor and no Valvoline Restore and Protect was involved.

Fair enough but if I may ask what are you currently using? My reasoning is that if its a typical oil then Valvoline Restore and Protect can provide more benefits because why not. Of course, I am not arguing your engine is clean however you never know what your rings may have on them

 

[apollo18]

Just seems to be sold out everywhere, at least where I'm at. I don't overpay or wait in lineups for the latest greatest. Mobil 1 0W-40 is half the price for me so I'm one of the few that couldn't care less about Valvoline Restore and Protect.

even Walmart? I have been to Walmart all over the country and seem to always find Valvoline Restore and Protect there also for the best price

 

[apollo18]

I think consensus is in agreement with you on this one.
It is not a Euro oil, and some UOA shows considerable shear even without fuel dilution in WRX, but again, turbo boxer engine is not your average joe vehicle.
But also that being said, Supertech/Kirkland is not really that bad either. But if one is looking for something beyond that, yes, Valvoline Restore and Protect seems like a very good fit

Appreciate it, this post may seen unnecessary to some but I believe when people are new to this forum and are looking for the "best" oil to run, I want them to see this thread and think heavily on Valvoline Restore and Protect

 

[Legs4Arms]

even Walmart? I have been to Walmart all over the country and seem to always find Valvoline Restore and Protect there also for the best price

I'm in Canada bro. Not paying $60 for 5L of Valvoline Restore and Protect when I can get 15L of Mobil 1 0W-40 to my door for $115 CAD all in...

 

[apollo18]

I'm in Canada bro. Not paying $60 for 5L of Valvoline Restore and Protect when I can get 15L of Mobil 1 0W-40 to my door for $115 CAD all in...

Oh yeah never mind. Then I guess my post only applies to USA

 

[Legs4Arms]

Oh yeah never mind. Then I guess my post only applies to USA

For sure. And I think it applies best to owners of cars with engines that present symptoms of being filthy internally right now at this moment. If your stuff is clean already there's a host of better oils out there for less money here...

 

[apollo18]

For sure. And I think it applies best to owners of cars with engines that present symptoms of being filthy internally right now at this moment. If your stuff is clean already there's a host of better oils out there for less money here...

Fair enough but I assume there are piston deposits on most engine's that even people think are clean. It is not like most people boroscope there engines weekly or anything. That is also why, as long as the price is similar as in for people who get Mobil 1 or Pennzoil Ultra Platinum or Castrol EDGE then just get Valvoline Restore and Protect as it will clean any deposits even there are any minor ones!

 

[HICKORY11595]

I just inherited a 2000 Mustang GT, car sat in a garage for long periods, oil was awful.
I will run Valvoline Restore and Protect consistently in this for the duration. Trying to clean the guts.
Granted, I use something different in the other three vehicles, but that's me.

 

[Legs4Arms]

Fair enough but I assume there are piston deposits on most engine's that even people think are clean. It is not like most people boroscope there engines weekly or anything. That is also why, as long as the price is similar as in for people who get Mobil 1 or Pennzoil Ultra Platinum or Castrol EDGE then just get Valvoline Restore and Protect as it will clean any deposits even there are any minor ones!

For sure. I only brought up Mobil 1 0W-40 because, along with being one of the best OTS performers, it's also very well respected for it's cleaning abilities. If you know you know...Valvoline Restore and Protect has a ton of success stories behind it so no denouncing from me, it's just that I see more value for my applications elsewhere.

 

[loneryder]

As most of us already know this Valvoline Restore and protect cleans better then basically anything else in that price range. Valvoline has even stated its good for up to the vehicle OLM/OCI and that its one of the stoutest oils they offer.


From what I have experienced and from what we have all read about it on the forum, it really seems like a no brainier for the average driver who just wants a standard OCI oil.


Before anyone jumps in and starts arguing hear me out.
Someone trying to get 20k miles out of a oil change is not a average joe so that does not apply here. Someone running a twin turbo V8 and tracking it every weekend also is not a average joe. Same goes for people who run a certain oil because they think the engine runs quieter or smoother on it, that is not who I am talking about.


I am talking about the typical guy who does 5k mile OCIs or just follows the OLM, goes to Walmart, and grabs Mobil 1, Castrol Edge, Pennzoil Ultra Platinum, or whatever $30 jug is on the shelf. For that person I don't really see why Valvoline Restore and Protect wouldn't be a better option.

In simple terms the engine is not going to care or even notice if it has Mobil 1, Castrol, or Pennzoil in it. We have seen over and over from Blackstone and other oil analysis that the wear numbers are basically the same for normal OCIs. At that point it really just comes down to personal preference.


The reason I keep saying Valvoline Restore and Protect is because it does everything your typical oil does but it can also actually clean deposits, which most other oils are not really proven to do. So why not run a oil that is likely cleaning your engine better then what you were running before while still giving the same protection.


And again just to be clear, this is not aimed at extended OCI guys, track cars, or people dead set on a certain oil for subjective reasons. For the average driver doing normal oil changes, Valvoline Restore and Protect just makes sense.


Kindly,

I agree. My girlfriend has a 23 Avalon with the V6 with about 20k miles on it. After reading on here about Toyota’s problems with low tension rings and other issues with their engines, I switched the car to Valvoline Restore and Protect 5w30 instead of the 0w20. Basically just trying to protect and keep clean.

 

[Legs4Arms]

i have no use for that oil. that oil is the equivalent of cholesterol medication for people that are in very poor shape, eat junk food all the time and never exercise. it is better suited for vehicles in poor shape, that are not driven often and are fueled with cheap gas and are poorly maintained. vehicles that stays parked most of the time. my vehicle does not fit any of these criteria. is it a good oil? of course. is it optimal in any applications? nope. that is why there are so many other oil choices. i can guarantee you my engine is cleaner than an Hospital floor and no Valvoline Restore and Protect was involved.

Unfortunately most hospital floors are filthier than the underside of most porta-potty toilet seats at a rave

 

[stormgol]

Unfortunately most hospital floors are filthier than the underside of most porta-potty toilet seats at a rave

forgot to add precision. let's just say McGill university hospital floor.

 

[Legs4Arms]

I just inherited a 2000 Mustang GT, car sat in a garage for long periods, oil was awful.
I will run Valvoline Restore and Protect consistently in this for the duration. Trying to clean the guts.
Granted, I use something different in the other three vehicles, but that's me.

Good decision for the 4.6L in that car

 

[altaylar]

For sure. And I think it applies best to owners of cars with engines that present symptoms of being filthy internally right now at this moment. If your stuff is clean already there's a host of better oils out there for less money here...

It does not seem like any other oil on the market is able to clean what Valvoline Restore and Protect is able to clean.

 

[4wd]

Just seems to be sold out everywhere, at least where I'm at. I don't overpay or wait in lineups for the latest greatest. Mobil 1 0W-40 is half the price for me so I'm one of the few that couldn't care less about Valvoline Restore and Protect.

It has not been in our Walmart for several months …
Have 8 quarts of HPL Engine Cleaner 30 to use here and there …