Does Oil have a shelf life?
#1
09-21-2013, 11:05 AM
Does Oil have a shelf life?
like Amsoil, Redline, Mobil 1 etc., If so, whats the max time to keep shelved before it starts breaking down after purchased new from store?
#2
09-21-2013, 11:08 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
#3
09-21-2013, 11:21 AM
Grand HDF Member
This is just a guess but in a suitable container I would think it would be good for about 100 years.
#4
09-21-2013, 12:24 PM
Grand HDF Member
Sounds about right. The reason gasoline goes bad is that the more volatile compounds in it evaporate, leaving the "thicker" less volatile compounds behind. There's nothing really volatile in motor oil to evaporate.
#5
09-21-2013, 01:11 PM
#6
09-21-2013, 01:15 PM
Grand HDF Member
Everything I've read says 5 years. After that it separates.
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...ollection.aspx
What's the Shelf Life on Opened Bottles of Mobil 1?
Mobil 1 has a maximum shelf life of 5 years for un-opened containers.
Mobil 1 has a maximum shelf life of 5 years for un-opened containers.
Last edited by hd4evr2008; 09-21-2013 at 01:17 PM.
#7
09-21-2013, 01:51 PM
Road Master
It vastly matters what type of environment its in. Hot & cold vs the consistent temp/humidity level like my closet. Usually 5 years in a controlled enviroment.
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#8
09-21-2013, 02:34 PM
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#10
09-21-2013, 02:42 PM
Big Kahuna HDF Member
On a quart bottle I have, it says that if you have any questions, call 1-800-ASK-MOBIL. Call them and ask.