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Synthetic blend is a label gimmick that just means consumers pay more per quart.
Headed to store for oil
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grumpyunk
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I have not figured out if you need multi-grade oil to handle low temperature operation. I would personally consider buying the Walmart SuperTech brand of synthetic in a 10W30 which would cover most temperature swings. If, OTOH, you operate in higher temperatures, I would look at a 15W40, and there are multiple brands of that, including some full synthetic.
I use SuperTech 30W in my non-Kohler engines, figuring the oil is a lot better since the production of the engines, and 10W30 in the Kohlers as that is suggested for all temp ranges(I think). I am considering using 15W40 in the Kohler that seems a bit noisy when fully warmed up.
It is really not super important, and much more important is keeping the proper level and avoiding running with low oil level. Wally branded oil meets or exceeds the same specs as the fancy brands that spend $$$$$ on advertising. The Motor OIl Geek has testes as has Project Farm, and the Wally brands seem to stand up reasonably well. If you do annual changes, you are not likely to stress the oils any where near their capability.
tom
I use SuperTech 30W in my non-Kohler engines, figuring the oil is a lot better since the production of the engines, and 10W30 in the Kohlers as that is suggested for all temp ranges(I think). I am considering using 15W40 in the Kohler that seems a bit noisy when fully warmed up.
It is really not super important, and much more important is keeping the proper level and avoiding running with low oil level. Wally branded oil meets or exceeds the same specs as the fancy brands that spend $$$$$ on advertising. The Motor OIl Geek has testes as has Project Farm, and the Wally brands seem to stand up reasonably well. If you do annual changes, you are not likely to stress the oils any where near their capability.
tom
sgkent
Lawn Addict
went with Kawasaki 10W-30 oil the local mower dealer uses when they service. Been around a long time. https://www.citrusheightsmower.com/
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Not bashing Kawasaki branded oil, its very good oil, but they give the illusion that they refine their own oils. They are not in the refining business.
In actuality, the oil is formulated and refined by a Japanese petrol chemical company known as Eneos Corporation.
Nothing to be upset about, that is what most manufacturers do these days. It is known as "private labeled product sales".
In actuality, the oil is formulated and refined by a Japanese petrol chemical company known as Eneos Corporation.
Nothing to be upset about, that is what most manufacturers do these days. It is known as "private labeled product sales".
sgkent
Lawn Addict
knew that. Just like Honda does not make Honda brand oil, or Motorcraft make Ford oil etc.. I went with it because the store is using it in all their serviced equipment, and they have a solid reputation in sales, service and parts.
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Hi sgkent,
I figured you realized as much. I provided the previous example because average people are often misinformed or assume where many of their labeled products actually come from.
I figured you realized as much. I provided the previous example because average people are often misinformed or assume where many of their labeled products actually come from.
This is true in America.
Which means one part in the additive pack, might be synthetic, and EVERYTHING else is or could be dino syrup. The USA has no standards like Europe does. Meaning in Europe, if the bottle says synthetic, the ENTIRE jug is real synthetic inside.
Ever wonder why Mobile One sold at Walmart is so cheap? Clams to be a full synthetic. Riiiiight.