Motor Oil Info

As the temperature drops, the wax naturally found in diesel fuel begins to form crystals. The point at which wax crystals form is known as the  cloud point. These wax crystals eventually clod the fuel filter and starve the engine of fuel or prevent it from starting.

One traditional solution to cold-weather problems in diesel engines is the use of #1 diesel fuel, which is diesel fuel diluted with kerosene. While #1 diesel fuel has an advantage in low-temperature operability, there are also several  disadvantages. The energy content of #1 diesel fuel is about 95 percent of #2 diesel fuel, resulting in reduced fuel economy and less horsepower. In addition, the kerosene used in #1 diesel fuel provides less lubrication for the fuel pump and fuel distributor, increasing the likelihood for wear on these critical components.AMSOIL DIESEL RECOVERY is a Diesel Fuel Treatment to correct this problem.

The unique constuction and full-synthetic media of AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters allow them to provide outstanding performance in motorcycles and other powersports equipment. AMSOIL Filters are designed to last longer, stop smaller dirt particles and less restriction than other filters. AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters provide filtering efficiency of 98.7 percent at 15 microns, outperforming the best cellulose/synthetic blend media on the market.

AMSOIL Motorcycle Oil Filters (EaOM) feature a specially-constructed silicone anti-drainback valve and nitrile sealing gasket to go along with the full-synthetic Ea nanofiber media. the anti-drainback valve provides excellent protection during startup and remains flexible in all tempertures, and the nitrile sealing gasket resist chemical breakdown, providing excellent durbility and ensuring long filter life.

When shopping around for an effective fertilizer that will take your garden to the next level, take a look at the chemical compounds listed on the bag or bottle. Nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium are the triumvirate of ingredients that should be present in abundance. In the case of bonemeal, potassium might not be present but its absence is made up for by the prevalence of nitrogen and especially phosphorous.

As you might guess just judging by its name, bone meal is an organic fertilizer made from finely ground bones. Pour some of the liquid into a newly dug hole in the garden, then plant blooming bulbs. Repeat this process for each individual hole, and be sure to mix the dirt so that the phosphorous is allowed to blend with the surrounding terrain. This fertilizer promotes root growth, so it can work wonders on carrots and potatoes.

AMSOIL also offers several Twin Air air filters cleaning and oiling products.

Liquid Power Filter Oil starts thin for a deep, even penetration, then dries to an even coating. This high-tack shield traps dirt, grit and dust.

Liquid Bio Power biodegradable air filter oil is the first biodegradable air filter oil that works in all riding conditions. Liquid Bio Power prevents dirt, dust and even water from entering carburetors. Its alcohol base allows easy, even penetration, then dissipates quickly to form a super sticky, dirt-grabbing shield.

Liquid Dirt Remover is formulated to quickly cut through Liquid Power, loosen the dirt and flush filters clean. It will not harden or damage filter foam.

Liquid Bio Dirt Remover is a biodegradable air filter cleaner. It can be used with a washing  machine or  when washing by hand in a bucket. Liquid Bio Dirt Remover is a granular water-soluble cleaner that can go right down the drain without clogging or harming the environment.

Spray Contact Cleaner is designed to clean the air box and surrounding areas. It quickly and effectively removes excess dirt and grime.

It is difficult to drain all of the fuel from equipment before storage, and doing so would expose the system to other problems, including the formation of rust and corrosion on bare metal in the tank and fuel system and the drying and cracking of gaskets and seals. Some fuels are pre-treated with oxidation inhibitors that allow them to be stored for short periods without forming excessive deposits, while other fuels have no inhibitors at all.

AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST) reduces the oxidation process that occurs when fuel is stored for extended periods. It is formulated to prevent the formation of varnish and sludge which can clog injectors, stick floats and cause poor engine performance. AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer is ideal for stored seasonal equipment such as motorcycles, snowmobiles, lawnmowers and boats. The treat rate is one ounce with every 2.5 gallons of fuel. One bottle treats 40 gallons.

AMSOIL Diesel Recovery (DRC) is an emergency Diesel Fuel Treatment that quickly dissolves the wax crystals that form when diesel fuel has surpassed its cloud point. It liquefies gelled diesel fuel and thaws frozen fuel filters, avoiding costly towing charges and getting diesel vehicles back on the road. Diesel fuel quality varies from one filling station to the next, and low-quality fuel can have a cloud point as high as 4.4c (40f), making Diesel Recovery a necessity for diesel operators in cold-weather climates.

As state, provincial and federal governments continue to impose new mandates on diesel fuel regarding sulfur and bio-matter content, it is increasingly important to offer products that perform well in all available types of fuel. While fuel systems and fuel quality vary, AMSOIL Diesel Recovery delivers dependable performance in all diesel fuels, including ULSD, off-road and biodiesel. In addition, Diesel Recovery is alcohol-free, making it safe for repeated treatments.

Bypass filtration comes standard in all heavy-duty turbo diesel engine applications from OEMs such as Cummins, Mack and many more. It has been available as standard equipment or as an option from OEMs like Caterpillar, John Deere, Case and others, but it isn’t  just for heavy-duty diesel operators. Bypass filtration is a valuable commodity for anyone that wants to extend drain intervals and prolong engine life. It is also beneficial to vehicles that are exposed to high levels of contaminants on a regular basis.

As an oil’s soot dispersant additive levels increase, wear reducing additives become less effective. This create a direct linear correlation between wear and soot concentration: the higher the concentration of soot, the higher the level of wear. Today’s oil manufacturers are extending oil life by holding higher concentrations of contaminants, including soot, in suspension in the oil. They are also increasing fuel economy by reducing oil viscosity and oil film thickness, therefore reducing the critical contaminant size. This further necessitates the us of  bypass filters especially in diesel engines.

The combustion process in diesel engines creates soot. After fuel is injected, combustion occurs with soot as a by-product of the process, and the combustion particulates become trapped on the exposed oil film. The rings wipe the particulates into the oil and the fine particulates aggregate, increasing levels of soot in the oil.

Oil with dispersant additives will generally keep soot in the range of 0.002 to 0.5 microns in suspension; detergent additives prevent the build-up of sludge and act as an acid neutralizer, keeping soot in the range of 0.5 to 1.5 microns in suspension. These anti-wear additives work by providing a sacrificial chemical-to-chemical barrier. As the amount of soot suspended in the oil increases, the performance of these additives decreases. The Bypass Filter will help this problem.

Bypass Filters provide higher filtering efficiency, soot removal and increased oil capacity due to superior media composition and configuration. AMSOIL EaBP Filters have an efficiency of 98.7 percent at two microns. At normal operating RPM the EaBP Filter will filter all of the oil in a typical five-quart sump in less than 10 minutes.

The increased fluid system capacity and filtration life provides improved oil cooling and ensures that equipment constantly runs on clean oil. Engine efficiency is increased and engine life is extended significantly.

AMSOIL has designed a high-efficiency bypass filter element that is also a soot removal device. AMSOIL Ea Bypass filters use a synthetic/cellulose sandwiched media. The inner layer of the element is compose of a highly efficient cellulose media covered with a full-synthetic media outer layer. These filters remove 39 percent of soot contaminants less than one micron. Soot removal efficiency can increase approximately 10 to 14 percent when Bypass filters are used in conjunction with a standard full-flow filter, even higher in conjunction AMSOIL Oil Filters or Donaldson Endurance filters.

By-pass oil filtration features a secondary filter with the purpose of eliminating nearly all contaminants in engine oil. They have high capacities and eliminate much smaller particles than full-flow filters, including soot. Bypass filters reduce engine wear and increase oil volume, but their high efficiencies mean they also have higher restriction and must be used in conjunction with a full-flow filter.

Bypass filters operate by filtering oil on a “partial-flow” basis. they draw approximately 10 percent of the oil pump’s capacity at any one time and trap the extremely small, wear-causing contaminants that full-flow filters can’t remove. Bypass filters have a high pressure differential, causing the oil to flow through them very slowly and allowing for the removal of smaller contaminants. It is called bypass filtration because the oil flows from the bypass filter back to the sump and bypasses the engine. This continual process will eventually make all of the oil analytically clean, reduces long-term wear and can extend drain intervals.