Another oil question
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Another oil question
After searching the web I find a lot of negitive opinions ofHarley Syn3 oil. I also see that Amsoil floods the web with their oilproduct. Makes me wonder if their oil is all that good. Also the so called 4 ball test is not used by major oil companys. There also doesn't seem to be any reliable INDEPENDENT lab test reports on oil comparisons. At this point I am inclined to go with Mobil1 V twinatmy next oil change only because Mobile is a large established and trusted company. Any opinions on this?
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RE: Another oil question
Oil? Yeah you're going to get alot of opinions on this, some of these guys love talking oil..... 
I use Amsoil and Mobil 1. Both act exactly the same in my observation. Mobil 1 is easier to get though.... other than that, just pick one.
lp
I use Amsoil and Mobil 1. Both act exactly the same in my observation. Mobil 1 is easier to get though.... other than that, just pick one.
lp
ORIGINAL: HDJoe
After searching the web I find a lot of negitive opinions ofHarley Syn3 oil. I also see that Amsoil floods the web with their oilproduct. Makes me wonder if their oil is all that good. Also the so called 4 ball test is not used by major oil companys. There also doesn't seem to be any reliable INDEPENDENT lab test reports on oil comparisons. At this point I am inclined to go with Mobil1 V twinatmy next oil change only because Mobile is a large established and trusted company. Any opinions on this?
After searching the web I find a lot of negitive opinions ofHarley Syn3 oil. I also see that Amsoil floods the web with their oilproduct. Makes me wonder if their oil is all that good. Also the so called 4 ball test is not used by major oil companys. There also doesn't seem to be any reliable INDEPENDENT lab test reports on oil comparisons. At this point I am inclined to go with Mobil1 V twinatmy next oil change only because Mobile is a large established and trusted company. Any opinions on this?
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RE: Another oil question
I am sure there are several Amsoil dealers on this forum that will jump in ti help you learn the truth.
My independent wrench recommended Red Line products, but all in all they all have to meet industry standards. I agree with those who question the Syn3 approach in all three holes, but I am sure many are using it in all three and for them it is working. Bottom line use a quality product and change it at least as often as the schedule requires. OMP
FBL
My independent wrench recommended Red Line products, but all in all they all have to meet industry standards. I agree with those who question the Syn3 approach in all three holes, but I am sure many are using it in all three and for them it is working. Bottom line use a quality product and change it at least as often as the schedule requires. OMP
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RE: Another oil question
ORIGINAL: fatboylust
I am sure there are several Amsoil dealers on this forum that will jump in ti help you learn the truth.
My independent wrench recommended Red Line products, but all in all they all have to meet industry standards. I agree with those who question the Syn3 approach in all three holes, but I am sure many are using it in all three and for them it is working. Bottom line use a quality product and change it at least as often as the schedule requires. OMP
FBL
I am sure there are several Amsoil dealers on this forum that will jump in ti help you learn the truth.
My independent wrench recommended Red Line products, but all in all they all have to meet industry standards. I agree with those who question the Syn3 approach in all three holes, but I am sure many are using it in all three and for them it is working. Bottom line use a quality product and change it at least as often as the schedule requires. OMP
FBL
Overall, IMO I beleive that RedLine, Amsoil and Mobil1 are the only leading products for Full Synthetics on the market.
Keepreading of everything you can get your hands on to make your choice.
In the interium, change you oil at all required times (and then some)with good quality HD or what they recommend in all three holes.
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RE: Another oil question
Road Captain
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RE: Another oil question
I have used both Syn 3 & Mobile 1 V Twin. I like both over Dino Oil. The mobile 1 does not seem to break down as bad as the Syn 3. I am basing this on how it looks on the dip stick and when I change the oil.
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RE: Another oil question
Syn 3 for the last 47,000 miles, no problems. Tech recently suggested HD360 in primary, can't tell any difference there. Once warmed up the motor is quiet as a Harley could be. No valve train noise, no clunks when shifting, etc.[8D]