I Am A Mechanic Since 1973. I Use Super Tech Engine Oil In My 2005 Toyota Tundra Since New And Now Have Almost 300,000 Miles. I Change It Every 5,000 Miles.
If you drive a regular car, not a sport executive or performance special, Supertech is fine. You won't notice any difference. The importance of changing oil regularly is much more important.
I’ve been running this oil for a long time and have had no issues with it. I change my oil at maximum 5k miles and Supertech is perfect for that. It’s good stuff. I recommend it.
What refinery is going refine special, extra-bad dino oil just for Walmart? Who produces bad motor oil? It doesn't make a shred of sense. In my estimation, Supertech is exactly the same as the oil company brands. Mobil. Shell. Chevron. Phillips. Texaco. Citgo. Arco. Sinclair. BP. Exxon. You name it. No difference, and they probably trade their production around as needed to fill their orders anyway. The famous independent brands - Castrol, Kendall, Valvoline, Pennzoil, Quaker - all are owned by the majors now. The majority of motor oil sold now is synthetic, and that's a different product altogether.
I switched to SuperTech motor oil & filters for about three years ago because of budget friendly. I have no complaints. I clicked on your video to see what you said. Also I’ve watched Project Farm test SuperTech oils, nothing negative. I’ve also watched Ford Boss Me, he sends different oils to a Lab to have them tested, nothing negative. I’m one of those guys who don’t need high dollar cars which will require a bunch of money to Keep’m going
Been using supertech as far back as I can remember. 260k miles on my 94 ford ranger still running strong passes emissions no problem. Also use supertech trans fluid still shifts just fine.
I have a 93 ranger 2.3l 2wd 5sp I daily to work with 507,000 + miles! 3000-3500 mile oil changes. I use Valvoline high mileage synthetic blend. I have run super tech when Walmart was out of the Valvoline. This thing is still rocking the original engine transmission and rear end and Better yet no tics taps or raps and doesn't leak a drop of oil! 💯🔥🇺🇲 I have a newer Chevy Silverado, if it gets a 1/4 of the mileage without an issue I'll be blessed 😂😂😂
After researching the Dexos testing standard I base my oil purchase on it. The Walmart and Amazon brands that meet that standard are good oils without the premium price tag. Back to the 90s I’d always liked Castrol oils but $35 for 5 qts of 0w-20 versus $22 is a big difference when you have 5 cars to maintain (3 daughters). And to echo your advice, regular changes at the right interval. None of that 10,000 mile BS.
Depends what kind of trips you make. If most of your miles are highway, not short trips, I'd feel perfectly comfortable going 10,000 miles. Otherwise I would change more frequently.
10,000 miles BS you say... which is here in Europe approx. 15k km. And yet the ecoterrorists in EU say I HAVE TO change the engine oil not often than 30k km (approx 20k miles). It will be more eco friendly they say LOL and don't care that my engine will fall aparta much faster... and be one of many on a huge scrape yard - a place which once used to be a nice flower meadow with cows walking around
Wait a minute. Cows walking around farting? I'm calling Thunberg. Just kidding. I'm in the US. You mean to tell me that EU can dictate when to change auto oil? Is this just a suggestion on some society part or some actual rule, guideline,??????@@kris856
I've been using super tech oil for as long as Walmart has been selling it in my area. I recently helped a good friend of mine change a Valve cover & gasket on his Chevy Sonic 1.8 L dohc. We were shocked at how clean the the inside of the engine is, It looks like new. Guess what oil we've used every oil change super tech 5W30 full synthetic.
I would have to think this a huge testament for ST becuase if you think about that little Sonic is running high RPMs all the time. And since those cars are very widely bought as commuters they can either be in non stop ..stop n go traffic or run on freeways for long stretches. Awesome deal thanks fir sharing. My son and his wife both have 2019 Corrolas and use ST. I'm going to tell them about this post
I have seen Super Tech tested on oil testing equipment. It tested VERY well and right up there with ALL oils..Use it without fear..No matter what oil you use today most oils are so close in quality as one other person said here what matters the most is how often you change your oil. Not who's oil you use..There are no good other including myself mechanics that thought these (long) oil changes intervals made any sense at all. The word on the mechanic street is to never go past 5,000 miles..Not if you plan on keeping your car..3,000 to 5,000 miles is the desired change interval..I am also a mechanic and have spent 40 years researching oil and testing the common sense theories..Don't worry and be happy..Change that oil regularly.
Been using SuperTech 5w20 synthetic in my 2007 Accord coupe 6 cylinder from the get go with 7,500 mile OCI. She purrs like a kitten and not a drip on the driveway. Fram Ultra synthetic filters, while very good , are too restrictive. Mobil 1 since it’s rated at 30 microns is my go to. Very happy at 187,000 miles November 2023. 😊
@@Nellis202 Same here, I use SuperTech 5w20 in my 2009 Civic & change with the warning gets down to 5%. Works out to about 7000 miles. I use the Wix XP filter which is 21 micron. I'm about to roll over on 245k miles & it still runs like a sewing machine. Of course I don't dog it either. Just a general every day driver. It still gets 37 mpg when I'm not doing stop & go town driving to.
@@derrickzenner9300Glad to hear you had a beautiful experience with your Honda. But 15,000 mile OCI ? Who knows ! Maybe you’re right, but I just couldn’t bring myself to such a long interval. Hope you’ll have the same good fortune with your new vehicle. 😊
3000 to 5000 mile oil change intervals are a waste of money and oil. I've been using supertech synthetic oil since 1998 when no mechanic could be convinced to use it. It's been in use since WW2 and still I couldn't convince anyone of the benefits of synthetic. Supertech is better than fine regardless of which car one drives. 10,000 mile oil change intervals or 1 year which ever comes first is all that's required and of course a reinforced (synthetic) filter.
Supertech is perfect for the average daily driver in stock production vehicles. That said, it's the oil filter that can make a difference as there are a much wider range of quality in filters than in the oils themselves. Pay attention to the quality of the filter and maybe pay a few bucks more for a high quality filter. Thats what you need to pay more attention to.
ANY brand of motor oil with the API seal of "SG" or better is better than what comes in your engine from most factories, and is PERFECT for ANY spark ignition engine if the "weight" is correct for your engine. I was a teen back in the late 1960's-early '70's working at a "local brand" service station as a pump jockey. Lots of our customers used RE-REFINED (used and filtered and fresh additives added) motor oil that was in quart glass fruit jars, and I changed it. I have NEVER seen an engine failure due to "cheap oil" in my 70 years. Super expensive oils that aren't CHANGED or there is DUST on the dipstick(!!!) can blow-up an engine in two miles. I worked twenty years at the old Cities Service Oil and Gas Corp (Citgo) and we made our brand, no-names, and military spec oils for the SR-71, so WHO MAKES the oil is meaningless today. In the 1960's, you COULDN'T mix some brands of motor oil-it turned into "sludge". That can't happen today.
I remember when a case had 24 quarts. I still have my metal spout. It had a certain sound when you stabbed it in. I still have my dads Pyrex glass bottle, remember those?
Yea he helped sell your country to China for his interests. In my opinion the best people are those that love money, salt of the earth down home folksie folks. Ruthless
Conventional oils should be changed every 3-5k miles, but synthetics can last to 10k miles in normal cars with normal driving habits. But that doesn't mean you can change your oil FILTER every 10k miles. You still need to change your filter every 3k miles and remember to top off with the same oil (new oil) as what's already in the car. I've been using Supertech full synthetic 0-20 in my vehicles for years, and 5w30 before that. Never any engine problems, oil leakage, or blue smoke. My cars always fall apart in other ways that necessitate replacing them, but the engines have never been the reason. Always drive them into the ground before buying another. Always regret having to do it because the engines still run like new.
Great information and well presented. Many people think Super tech (Walmart), Amazon Basic, and Kirkland (Costco) are made by the same company(s). That said I had my oil changed at Mobile 1 lube with a groupon, but found they did not use a mobile 1 oil filter. The oil filter is the other half of the oil change. I avoid the filters from China.
I've been using Supertech 100% Synthetic in my car, for a couple of years now. It's a good product. "It's a cheaper product, then most of the other products on the shelf." More money doesn't make some products more better!
I'd be shocked if it makes the slightest bit of difference which facility makes any particular bottle of SuperTech oil. They undoubtedly use the identical formulation and use industry-wide blending techniques.
Vehicle lubricants must meet advertised grading (API and for Europe ACEA), further if one wants their lubricants used in specific vehicles, they must further meet the manufacturers requirements.
I bought an 03 Corolla new and ran it about 200K miles on dino oil. Castrol, Pennzoil, and Chevron oil were used. Costco stopped carrying the Chevron oil so I started buying the Kirkland full synthetic cheaper than I could buy dino oil if I could even find it. OCI is 5K and I've used AC/Delco, Purolator, and OEM Toyota filters. No problems so far at 269K.
Have you supertech for over 10 years both conventional and synthetic never no trouble Engine inside is amazingly clean my car has over 250,000 miles used supertech for the last hundred and fifty thousand miles still runs like new no smoke and no oil consumption this is very good oil
I like Supertech 5W30 in my 2002 Saturn SC2. This vehicle calls for synthetic oil with a filter and oil change every 3,000 miles. These engines are also notorious for consuming oil, which may be why they call for such a frequent oil change interval. Mobil 1 is preferred, but Supertech full synthetic is probably going to hold up just as well for 3,000 miles. I would never seek to cut costs on oil filters, and would never consider Fram or house brand filters. I used Mann or Mahle filters in my VW's. I use WIX XP filters in my Saturn. Both Saturn and VW call for very specific bypass valve specifications. I simply do not trust that a generic oil filter manufacturer will honor those exacting specifications. If the bypass valve is not functioning to spec, then the engine will be starved for lubrication when it is cold, and that will definitely shorten the lifespan of your engine.
SuperTech is Mobil1 oil. Tests have shown that the old paper filters are still the best. They all hold up too about 10,000 miles depending on the engine. Keeping an eye on the oil condition is vital, you start seeing black carbon in it you need too change.
@@markwarnberg9504 No, Mobil does not manufacture oil for Walmart. There are 2 or 3 companies that do. Warren Oil is on e of them. SuperTech pure synthetic oil comes in a 10K variety and a 20K variety. Those are not to exceed limits. Best to follow your auto manufacturer's oil change interval. Only a fool is going to change the oil based upon it's soot content. The larger issue in modern cars is fuel contamination which thins the oil. If you want to have your oil tested by a lab, that is an option. No, paper filters are not "the best", and paper filters are not all built alike. Synthetic media tends to have a larger contaminant capture capacity which is better for longer oil change intervals.
I asked the tech at my local Walmart who manufactured Super Tech oil. He told me Valvoline. He said that it comes in large drums. This is in Southern Illinois.
@@Navyuncle Hard to keep up with corporate changes. Stands to reason distributers will buy where they can get the best deal and keep cost low. The end result for you the customer is that it is all the same API rated motor oil.
My 88 Ranger had 292,000 miles on it when a head gasket blew, after dissasmbly it was found to have negligible bore wear and the cam bearings were fine , even the crank bearings in spec, most amazing to me was the valve guides were perfect. always ran 3000 mile changes with walmart synthetic . after a hone , fresh rings and stock size new pistons and rings with a fresh valve job, good as new.also new stock sized bearings,
The fact that some of the WalMart oils are supplied by Exxon Mobil does not mean that they are Mobil 1. I used to work for one of the best industrial lubricant suppliers in the world. We had access to both lab and real world test results for all major brands. I run Mobil1 in all of my gas engines, Rotella and Delo in the diesels. I change oil in the cars once a year. Which is probably why I usually only get maybe 300,000 miles out of an engine. There are currently three Chrysler minivans sitting in my yard with around 200,000 miles on each of them. And each of those engines looks new internally, not a trace of sludge or varnish. But I live in a mild climate and run no short trips. If you live in the north and run 1/2 mile trips in the winter changing oil every 6000 miles might not be often enough.
Further, Walmart Super Tech oil currently meets API-SP and ILSAC GF-6A requirements as well as, GM requirements. API, ILSAC raised the bar for engine lubricants, making it difficult for just any lubricant manufacturer to meet those requirements. The latest requirements at the time of this printing are API - SP ILSAC GF-6A These are licensing and certification standards, oil companies must meet prior to marketing products which indicate such on their labeling.
SuperTech is good oil and there have been enough tests to prove it. However, just because an oil is made by a reputable manufacture is no guarantee it's the same as other oils from that company. The retailer will provide the manufacture with specs for x amount of oil at a certain price. The manufacture then produces oil at the agreed spec, but it is no guarantee that that it is the same oil that other retailers sell. They are simply providing them with oil according to their requested specs. This doesn't mean it's a bad thing as long as the buyer doesn't think he's getting Castrol, Valvoline, Quaker State, etc. from a bottle of SuperTech. Bottom line, if the oil is certified for use in an engine and changed *often,* use it and find something else to worry about.
When I was a young I was working for Walmart when they started selling there brand, it I believe it started with a different name other than super tech. And it came into the warehouse in valvoline cases.
Bought a new truck with Detroit diesel engine, used Texaco oil for 400,000 miles. Switched to Supertech 15w40, ran truck to 900,000. Sold truck, new owner ran to 1,100,000. Head gasket blew and he rebuilt engine.
It’s still very competitively priced. The Walmart near me here in NJ has the 5 quart jug at $18.98 for full or high mileage synthetic. The other top brands, Valvoline, Pennzoil, Mobil 1 , range in price between $26.97 and $29.97. So at a minimum we’re talking $8 and at the top $11. With that difference you can get a pretty good filter, so that the savings are significant. I’m running SuperTech 0w20 at $18.98 and a Fram Ultra Synthetic for $8.97. That’s a grand total of $27.95. Not bad , no? And as I change it myself , that’s a huge savings. Just take care to change it regularly with 5 to 6,000 mile oil change intervals. Driving a 2007 Accord coupe 6 cylinder that just cracked 200,000 miles. Engine is clean as a whistle and purrs like a kitten. Not a drip or a drop on the driveway. Cheers, friend 😊
Just because the Walmart oil may be made by Mobil or any other major oil co., doesn't mean that the chemical specs are the same. All of the oil manufacturers have their special chemical blends of motor oil. Any oil product made by them is done so with the particular recipe called for by the customer buying the oils. Look at the chemical makeup of Mobil 1 European blend vs Castrol basic synthetic oil. The chemical blend will be a little different. So, without knowing the chemical blends of the particular private label motor oil, there's no way to tell that it may or may not be the same as the major oil cos. product. I've found that these specs are hard to find, but they are out there.
Been using Supertech 5W30 full sythetic oil in my 2010 Kia Sportage with 2.7 liter engine . Change oil and filter every 10,000 klms . Vehicle now has 636,241 klms on it . Never have to add between changes and runs beautifully . Great product !
For what it's worth, I have used Super Tech oil in my 1996 Monte Carlo Z34 dual overhead cam Motor for years. Only difference is I use Wix filters. At 175,000 miles inside the valve cover is super clean and zero sludge. The key is changing it every 3000 miles. And after 3000 miles its still pretty clean coming out when drained.
I have a 2006 Chrysler T&C Minivan with 275,000 miles on it. I have only used Super tech oil in the last 155,000 miles since I've owned it, but probably more Fram filters than Super Tech. I usually change oil between 3,000- 5,000 miles altho once I went like 10,000 miles. Still runs like brand new with great acceleration! All of my other vehicles have all used SuperTech and I never had engine issues ever, just rusted out bodies from salt!
The motorcycle shop I worked for was buying oil in 55 gallon drums. We were using that oil to put in brand new motorcycles. engines were blowing, and it wasn’t just one particular engine size, it was several different size engines with the oil that we put in the engines.. One of the mechanics in the service department was doing a 500 mile service on a motorcycle that just came in. When he pulled the plug to drain the oil, the oil came out like foam. Like a frozen Coke if you have ever seen one of those. When you have foam in oil, that is millions of air bubbles that are compressible. When you have the elasticity of air bubbles in the oil, you cannot have full oil pressure. Anyone with experience of having air in your brakes, knows that that is not good, you don’t have full brake pedal pressure… we called the company we were buying oil from. They sent to representatives there. We took a brand new motorcycle, put in the required amount of oil, the mechanic rode the motorcycle for about 15 minutes. He pulled back into the shop and put the bike on the lift and pull the plug. I’ll came honey colored foam.. It was obvious that the oil additives package was lacking in anti-foaming additives.. that company agreed to pay for all of the engines, and we started calling all the customers, and going to pick up their motorcycles with our trailer.. we told them not to ride or even start their motorcycles.. some people demanded brand new engines, and got them..
Mobile 1 isn't as great as you think, Penzoil Ultra Platinum is where it's at - best way to tell - what's your hot PSI reading on your gauge? Mine is over 10 PSI higher with Pennzoil....
I used SuperTech Full Synthetic High Mileage 0w20 and 5w30 exclusively on all my vehicles paired with either SuperTech or Fram Ultra oil filter for several years now. I also went ahead and put it to the test their 10,000 miles claim and holy smokes Batman. The oil itself and the filter were still in unbelievably good condition. Not once have I ever felt my vehicles chugging, grinding or buckling and etcetera. All my vehicles run smoother than ever and my gas mileage has improved significantly and scout's honor when I say "it's not a placebo effect". If your vehicle is burning oil, that's a manufactured defect and not the oil itself and ten times out of ten the piston head, piston o-rings and seals are worn-out waiting or cracked and ready to break into pieces are the culprit. Cheers 🍻 Edit: I've paired all my vehicles with a magnetic oil drain bolt plug. Best investment anyone can ever make. Get the forged steel version. Also used either pink or yellow teflon tape since it can withstand over 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
I am a former Wal-Mart associate. In the beginning when Sam Walton started Wal-Mart, he went out a made contracts with possible vendors. Since then Wal-Mart has their home office in 10 story building in Bentonville, Arkansas. Vendors are now lined up around the block, because they know if they get a Wal-Mart contract, their product WILL sell! With that fact, Wal-Mart will order a minimum of 200 trailer loads of said vendors product. One of the few conditions is that if you want repeat sales to Wal-Mart you will have to sell them your product 10% cheaper than the prior year every year.
Oil is cheaper than an engine, so changing the oil and filter often will save you tons of money in the long run. The SuperTech filters are a pretty good deal too.
Been using mobile 1 since it came out, never had a problem. Owned a 95 F150 for 20yrs, compression is up to par across the board. Regular flushes like the cooling system and transmission, and brake fluid will keep you rolling trouble free, plus regular lubing of suspension 👍
I started as a Turf equipment mechanic straight out of High School in 1973. I always bought Penzoil because I thought it was the best. After going to a few service schools in the mid 70's I discovered that for the most part if you change the oil and filter about every 5,000 miles you will never have a problem regardless of what brand you use. Some people will only use a certain brand oil or filter, I have used Supertech oil for many years and have never had a problem with any car I have ever owned. I am 68 years old (now retired) and I have never paid anyone to change my engine oil and filter. More engine oil and oil filters are sold because of advertising than being the best product out there. I have saved many thousands of dollars by buying Supertech and Supertech/Fram/ Wix oil filters. I can't believe what the major auto parts stores want for 5 quarts of motor and a filter. I now own a Tesla Model Y so that eliminates oil changes on one of my three vehicles. 😀
Look into adding Marvel Mystery Oil to the engine oil, maybe after 4000 miles to top it off and put the level slightly above full, then change it at 5000 miles. Valvoline and Pennzoil are probably the best for the price. Amsoil is good but expensive.
I used to drive in Walmart's private fleet of trucks, running out of the Shelby NC DC. One of my regular dispatches was to a facility in Charleston SC to pick up loads of motor oil, already loaded on a trailer. The load manifests always said what was loaded on the trailer. There would be Havoline, Mobil 1, Castroil, Valvoline, Kendall, and the Walmart house brand Supertech, all synthetics. I never saw the bottles being filled so I can't say they are all from the same exact vat or tank of motor oil, only that those brands were loaded at the same place. In my opinion, they are probably all the same and oil changes at regular intervals is most important.
Using the right grade oil is most important.remember name brands advertise and that cost goes into the price.and like you guys said changing your oil is very important too.😊
I run super tech oil in Everything. 4 commercial mowers. I use the 2 stroke oil as well. In f150. In f250 (gas). Diesel tractor. Motorcycle. Polaris Slingshot. Been running it for over a decade. Never lost a motor or even a valve. Good stuff
I have been using Supertech oil for a long time. Never an issue. It meets the spec requirements by the manufacturer so that's a start. Our Toyota recommends 10k services - I say no way. Cut it to 5k twice a year from day one and now at 90k / 9 years with no issues. As others have stated, oil change frequency is key, I would never go above 5k per change. If people understood oil filters, they would realize the filters are in by pass mode long before 10k. My other cars/truck are changed yearly which is around the 3500 mile mark.
In this "modern age" .... "oil is oil" and as long as it meets specs and you CHANGE it on a regular interval... Super Tech is great. I've used it and neglected it in an old vehicle..... no issues at all with the oil.... and I will continue to use it. I save a few bucks along the way also.... great video.
Not Warren Oil, it is actually Highline Warren (formerly called Warren Distribution), not the same company as Warren Oil but often confused with it, that makes most of Walmart SuperTech oil, a good company BTW. I think they also make AmazonBasics oil, MAG1, and Costco's Kirkland oil too. The only deviation from that is something from years ago where Amalie made SuperTech in the Florida area, and in the southeast part of the U.S., for a while anyway.
I read a while back that Mobil/Exsson bought up Warren Dist. Hard too keep track for all the big buying and selling going on. In the end it´s all pretty much the same oil with the API/ILSAC ratings so the choice is where you can get the best deal. A $2qt. vs $10qt does not mean you can drive 4 times longer! You still have to follow the owners manual recommendation for oil change.
Spot On. Information this video completely bogus. I still call it Warren Distribution, but very recently change to name you mention. Yes, in addition to Super Tech, they make all the oils you mention.
@@markwarnberg9504 After reading about them on their corporate website, I believe that Highline Warren is owned by a private equity company, and it manufacturers all kinds of automotive products, but also is a distributor for many major brands including Mobil, Shell (Pennzoil), Valvoline, etc, as well as many other automotive products besides motor oil.
Good video. Thank you. I use Super Tech oil in my vehicles. I change my oil at 3,500 miles. I have no complaints. I had a 1998 Cutlass and a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. The Cutlass was still running strong until I forgot to switch the cooling fans on and went into the house and forgot that it was running. The Rodeo had a stretched timing belt and got out of time. It was still running but not well. No oil related issues on either of them. I decided to junk both of them. I ran Super Tech oil in them for twelve and eleven years. I now have a 2004 Caddy Deville with 95,000 miles and a 1998 Chevy Silverado C1500 with over 276,000 miles and run Super Tech 5w30 High Mileage in both of them.
2010 Nissan Sentra SR with 259,040 miles (over a quarter ot a Million miles), on Supertech oil from day one. Only engine repairs have been a couple of coils, the starter, and alternator. Does not burn oil. Key is to change oil at most every 10,000 miles and don't run it like it's a race car. As for the oil filters, I always use the inexpensive ones, and I put a microwave magnetron round magnet on the outside bottom of the oil pan.
Love supertech. It has been my go to. I just get a high quality filter for the offset cost. And go 8000km. Though i feel it gets burned in a engine easier usually adding 1/4-1/3L between changes not a big deal
The Supertech high mileage full syn 10w-30 is the only oil that keeps the burning to a minimum in my kid's oil burning Kia. For some reason, it burns way less of it than any other oil I've tried.
It’s the weight and the high mileage component. High mileage oils usually incorporate seal conditioners to expand rubber seals and make it harder to run out. The 10w-30 vs that 5w-20 water they want you to run is another thing. 10w-30 is considerably thicker and heavier. Given Hyundai/Kia engines and their propensity to burn oil thicker oil will be much harder to hork. The only trade off might be reduced oil pump life or extra wear from the heavier oil having issues moving quickly when cold
I have a 1907 model T with 9 million miles. I’m original owner. It’s my daily driver. I’ve used supertech full synthetic from day 1 along with supertech filter. I change oil every 10,000 miles . It still runs like news. PS both of my kids and all 3 of neighbors kids were conceived in this car while using supertech oil. So far no complaints 😁
Life goes on. I used to be concerned about Sears Oil in the late 60s but used it (Because I got an employee discount). After crude oil is refined in one of those huge refineries, I wonder what more can a retailer do to make it better? Doing so just makes their product more expensive and prices them out from the "General Consumer Market." Same for gasoline. As the known quote goes "Motor oil is motor oil."
The channel Project Farm here on RUclips has lots of videos showing head-to-head oil testing. They definitely are worth watching. He also tests virtually anything under the sun.
I've had friends that were engineers and developers. They spend their lives experimenting and deriving new standards and ideas all the time. They have so many tests they perform. I have lots of confidence in most engineers. My problem is choosing what article, advertisement, study, or reviews to lean on. Thank you for your well rounded research. All the best!
Ok...0w-20 Class 4 Dexos Cert. Super Tech Brand..Change 5 to 6 thousand miles with filter..All you need...Use Redline SL for the fuel tank treatments...All you need.....
Good Video. I read that Mobil has bought up Warren. As for the oil... Warren buy´s it in BULK from Mobil and/or one or more of the major refineries depending on where they get the best deal as they do not have a refinery themselfs. They are a striktly "mixing/packageing company". We are talking about Group 3 oil which is used in most vehicles. The High End Group 4 oils are intended for performance vehicles like Nascar and Formul 1 and not for normal cars with catalitic converters where the Zink in Group 4 oils will clogg up the converter.
Ive been using super tech full synthetic for almost a decade . No issues , leaks or oil burning . Vehicles start & run well even even in our snow belt cold winters
I had a 2002 Intrepid w/ the 3.5L high output engine and at about 135,000 miles i needed a couple gaskets changed and the mechanic said it was the cleanest Chrysler engine he had ever seen inside no sludge and looked new. I had that vehicle untill 2021. I changed my own oil after the warrenty ran out with full synthetic Wal-Mart oil and a mopar oil filter every 5,000 miles. I will continue to use it in all my vehicles.
I've used the synthetic grades of Supertech on my cars since 2007 and never had any wear issues. As you pointed out, OCI is what matters so long as it is an API certified brand.
I've been checking oil tests for more than two decades now, and supertech has outperformed Mobil 1 in tests of all times for a long time. So much so, that I used to use supertech oil along with the hard driver oil filter when the oil would not start getting dirty for almost 10,000 miles. When Mobil 1 bought that oil filter from hard driver and started putting their name on it, that oil filter quickly became about 60% to 70% as good as it once was. I now try and go with the Purolator boss oil filter and a good solid motor oil. Usually supertech. I find it more than adequate, there's only a few oils that outperform it, but for the vehicles that I drive it's more than adequate and better than mobile one by far. Roughly equal to Valvoline, Pennzoil and Amsoil will outperform supertech. Kendall will outperform all of them as it will take more heat than any other oil that I am aware of. I think Amsoil comes close. As for this video, about 60% of everything you said is categorically in error.
Interesting video. I have been using Super Tech oil for quite a few years in my Toyota Tundra and Rav4, as well as at least one of my motorcycles, with no issues. The Toyota's are now around the 150,000 mile mark and I never have to add oil between the 5,000 mile changes.
I've used Supertech for decades and never had any problems. I got 200,000 on my Hyundai, Elantra and it does not burn any oil between changes. A five gallon jug is at least $10 less then some name brand.
My daily driver is a 2004 Nissan Xterra SE, purchased 2005; yes twenty years old. My oil choice is full synthetic, and based on price either SuperTECH 0W20 or Amazon Basics 0W20; sometimes one or the other have a sale price. Also, use Fram filter, thus both oil and filter are changed once a year.
I've been using the super tech oil for the last 10 years in all my cars and changing it every 5 k miles no problems. It's not good to wait to 10k no mater how good the oil is. It can still sludge up and brake down from heat. 5w30 being the most I use. On car takes 5w20.
I am using this oil for the past 7 years on my 2012 accord and have no issues , changing my oil every 4000 or 5000 miles not bad at all and my engine is clean now my car has 205500 miles and my son using it...
Nothing wrong with saving money. It all meets specs. What ruins engines before their time is believing the manufacturers extended drain intervals. If you adhere to some 10,000 oil change recommendations, at least change the filter at 6000 miles and top it off with some fresh, clean oil. The car makers love their oil life indicators, they make them money up the road in the service department.
Change your oil and filter every four thousand miles. i would never go beyond that no matter what the dealer recommends. blow your motor and they will gladly replace it for about seven thousand dollars, maybe more. Been using supertech and fram oil filters for years, i change out every 3500 to 4000 miles. some folks say it is good for 10000 miles i say BS. your choice if you can afford to buy a new vehicle every couple of years that might be ok for you but if your cheap like me stick with early oil and filter changes.
James. The car care nut on you tube has the same advice. He emphasizes that the 10,000 oil change interval that Yoda says is ONLY to keep the vehicle in compliance with the warrenty..but premature oil burning will result if you adhere to this . 5,000 is reasonable
My vehicle manual says think months not miles. It recommends six months OCI regardless of brand or type. Five thousand miles max or six months whichever comes first. It takes me two years to drive 5000 miles so I go by the six month recommendation.
Fantastic research and editing. Only one criticism...When you mentioned the rectangles and other container giveaways that would identify the source of the oil, I would have liked you zooming in on those things. I tried to see them in the video, but didn't see them. Would have been better to graphically point them out, maybe with a callout or pointer. Otherwise, good job!
Wal Mart wanted Amsoil to make their Synthetic oils for them, but they want Amsoil to make it so they could sell it real cheap. They wanted the oils to be made cheaper so they could sell cheap, Amsoil said NO, because they would be under cutting the Amsoil Dealers like myself, and they said not going to happen, the dealer built the company what it is today and they refuse to screw the dealers for a few dollars. Wal Mart lost out!! Wal Mart also wanted the Amsoil name on the bottle. NO!!! The company refused to screw the Dealers network.
Wal Mart needs to keep selling conventional oil also instead of all Synthetic. A lot of vehicle don't need Synthetic. We quit buying oil at Wal Mart due to them not selling conventional oil anymore.
I have a 1998 Honda Civic EX and I been using Super Tech Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil with a Mobil 1 extended oil filter. So far I have 403,000+ miles and the cars drives like a new car with no problems. I just recently found out Walmart SuperTech has an extended oil filter but have not use it. I have faith in this oil and will continue to use it in all may cars: Super Tech Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil SAE 5W-30, 5 Quarts, currently selling for $20.48 online
I buy the 10,000 mile version and change oil around 4,000 miles. It’s all I’ve run in my 2021 Telluride since new. Never had a vehicle that burns so little oil. It drops about 1/8 inch on the dipstick between changes.
Did anyone notice the “SN“ on the SAE stamp? When I was a kid, oil was rated “SD“. Every time the letter changes, the oil has to have a significant improvement. Engines and transmissions last much longer nowadays than they used to. That’s because of the improvements in motor oil, and all petroleum products. The engine main bearings have not changed much at all in the last 100 years! I noticed that you didn’t compare synthetic versus conventional oils. I have found that pure synthetic actually has some issues. I have been using synthetic blend oil, and it seems to be the best of both worlds. Note- I’m a Mechanic, and I’ve driven almost 1,000,000 miles in my lifetime. That’s a lot of oil changes!
@@Beckybitch It’s kind of hard to explain, but when I was running full synthetic, it seemed like I could hear every little sound inside the engine. When I switched to the blend, all those little noises went away. It’s almost like the synthetic is too thin.(I was using 5W-30 in both cases). The engine I’m referring to has well over 200,000 miles on it. That may have something to do with it.
Here is what I do. I buy Supertech synthetic oil but STILL change it every 5k miles. I buy an FRAM extended life filter (10k rated) but STILL change it every 5k miles. The change frequency of 5k miles along with the extended use range of these options means I will always be within the the usage and protection limits of both. FYI, I drive under what vehicle manufactures would consider normal driving conditions.
Years ago Conoco used to make their oils. The name was clearly seen on the label. Oil like gasoline is made in large quantities by a few manufacturers then packaged and sold to retailers like Walmart and others who then put their brand on it. I've used their oils for years in my vehicles 2 of which are now over 200K miles and still going strong. I've used their 20/50 oils in our quads in the Arizona heat for years with no problems. I use a brand name oil in my hot rods and drag car but would have no problem using Walmart oils in them if I had to.
I drive a 2013 Subaru Impreza that gets an oil change every 4500 miles. If I use Royal Purple oil I can get 4500 miles without topping off. If I run Super Tech oil I will need to add just shy of 2 quarts. Price comes out almost the same. Ill stick with Royal Purple. I do not notice any mpg difference. Not trying to start any arguments or fights but just giving some info from what I have personally learned.
for decades i only used CASTROL GTX but now i only use SUPERTECH FULL SYNTHETIC in my 4 wheels vehicles. i change the oil every 3500-5000 miles in my HEMI RAM anyway. i also add LUCAS FULL SYNTHETIC oil stabilizer every oil change.
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I Am A Mechanic Since 1973. I Use Super Tech Engine Oil In My 2005 Toyota Tundra Since New And Now Have Almost 300,000 Miles. I Change It Every 5,000 Miles.
You meant 300k not 3M miles, right?
@@Sunnysky321 😹
Hey Stephen, to the right of your post are three stacked dots, click them choose Edit. That is how I correct my typo mistakes. Hope this helps you.
@@ricdonato4328 Thanks
It's not the oil, it's the Toyota reliability
If you drive a regular car, not a sport executive or performance special, Supertech is fine. You won't notice any difference. The importance of changing oil regularly is much more important.
Great advise!!..My research also says the same..
But my ca states mobil1 only
Project Farm has tested Supertech and has sent it to labs to get the breakdown.
@@peter-pg5yc Then that is exactly what I would use
we run super tech in our race cars works great you no nothing.
I know that the regular oil changes is the most important part of keeping engines running strong. Job well done Sir.
I’ve been running this oil for a long time and have had no issues with it. I change my oil at maximum 5k miles and Supertech is perfect for that. It’s good stuff. I recommend it.
What refinery is going refine special, extra-bad dino oil just for Walmart? Who produces bad motor oil? It doesn't make a shred of sense. In my estimation, Supertech is exactly the same as the oil company brands. Mobil. Shell. Chevron. Phillips. Texaco. Citgo. Arco. Sinclair. BP. Exxon. You name it. No difference, and they probably trade their production around as needed to fill their orders anyway. The famous independent brands - Castrol, Kendall, Valvoline, Pennzoil, Quaker - all are owned by the majors now. The majority of motor oil sold now is synthetic, and that's a different product altogether.
I switched to SuperTech motor oil & filters for about three years ago because of budget friendly. I have no complaints. I clicked on your video to see what you said. Also I’ve watched Project Farm test SuperTech oils, nothing negative. I’ve also watched Ford Boss Me, he sends different oils to a Lab to have them tested, nothing negative. I’m one of those guys who don’t need high dollar cars which will require a bunch of money to Keep’m going
I buy supertech alot they all have to pass the same standards
Good to see you’re not one of those guys.
I’m the same.
I don’t want the cheapest car , but I certainly don’t want an expensive car. 😊
Been using supertech as far back as I can remember. 260k miles on my 94 ford ranger still running strong passes emissions no problem. Also use supertech trans fluid still shifts just fine.
Those 4.0`s are pretty stout
YOU BET !
2.2 S-10 with 235,000 miles & still going strong with supertech oil.
I have a 93 ranger 2.3l 2wd 5sp I daily to work with 507,000 + miles! 3000-3500 mile oil changes. I use Valvoline high mileage synthetic blend. I have run super tech when Walmart was out of the Valvoline. This thing is still rocking the original engine transmission and rear end and Better yet no tics taps or raps and doesn't leak a drop of oil! 💯🔥🇺🇲 I have a newer Chevy Silverado, if it gets a 1/4 of the mileage without an issue I'll be blessed 😂😂😂
Valvoline is the only oil company that has their own testing labs.
After researching the Dexos testing standard I base my oil purchase on it. The Walmart and Amazon brands that meet that standard are good oils without the premium price tag. Back to the 90s I’d always liked Castrol oils but $35 for 5 qts of 0w-20 versus $22 is a big difference when you have 5 cars to maintain (3 daughters). And to echo your advice, regular changes at the right interval. None of that 10,000 mile BS.
I wait till it starts to change color I change oil just before it browns off from a redish color
Depends what kind of trips you make. If most of your miles are highway, not short trips, I'd feel perfectly comfortable going 10,000 miles. Otherwise I would change more frequently.
10,000 miles BS you say... which is here in Europe approx. 15k km.
And yet the ecoterrorists in EU say I HAVE TO change the engine oil not often than 30k km (approx 20k miles). It will be more eco friendly they say LOL and don't care that my engine will fall aparta much faster... and be one of many on a huge scrape yard - a place which once used to be a nice flower meadow with cows walking around
Wait a minute. Cows walking around farting? I'm calling Thunberg. Just kidding. I'm in the US. You mean to tell me that EU can dictate when to change auto oil? Is this just a suggestion on some society part or some actual rule, guideline,??????@@kris856
You are 100% correct sir 👍
I've been using super tech oil for as long as Walmart has been selling it in my area. I recently helped a good friend of mine change a Valve cover & gasket on his Chevy Sonic 1.8 L dohc. We were shocked at how clean the the inside of the engine is, It looks like new. Guess what oil we've used every oil change super tech 5W30 full synthetic.
Yes, that is another part of engine longevity..How clean the engine stays on the inside..If it's clean you are doing exactly what you should be..
I use the same on my 2006 Subaru sti
Same here!
Most of the Supertech brand oils have been out of stock in all of my local Walmarts. I had to order some online.
I would have to think this a huge testament for ST becuase if you think about that little Sonic is running high RPMs all the time. And since those cars are very widely bought as commuters they can either be in non stop ..stop n go traffic or run on freeways for long stretches. Awesome deal thanks fir sharing. My son and his wife both have 2019 Corrolas and use ST. I'm going to tell them about this post
I have seen Super Tech tested on oil testing equipment. It tested VERY well and right up there with ALL oils..Use it without fear..No matter what oil you use today most oils are so close in quality as one other person said here what matters the most is how often you change your oil. Not who's oil you use..There are no good other including myself mechanics that thought these (long) oil changes intervals made any sense at all. The word on the mechanic street is to never go past 5,000 miles..Not if you plan on keeping your car..3,000 to 5,000 miles is the desired change interval..I am also a mechanic and have spent 40 years researching oil and testing the common sense theories..Don't worry and be happy..Change that oil regularly.
Been using SuperTech 5w20 synthetic in my 2007 Accord coupe 6 cylinder from the get go with 7,500 mile OCI. She purrs like a kitten and not a drip on the driveway. Fram Ultra synthetic filters, while very good , are too restrictive. Mobil 1 since it’s rated at 30 microns is my go to.
Very happy at 187,000 miles November 2023. 😊
@@Nellis202 Same here, I use SuperTech 5w20 in my 2009 Civic & change with the warning gets down to 5%. Works out to about 7000 miles. I use the Wix XP filter which is 21 micron. I'm about to roll over on 245k miles & it still runs like a sewing machine. Of course I don't dog it either. Just a general every day driver. It still gets 37 mpg when I'm not doing stop & go town driving to.
I used 15k mobil 1 in my odyssey and usually changed it at 15k+ miles. It ran beautifully when I sold it with 275000 miles.
@@derrickzenner9300Glad to hear you had a beautiful experience with your Honda.
But 15,000 mile OCI ?
Who knows ! Maybe you’re right, but I just couldn’t bring myself to such a long interval.
Hope you’ll have the same good fortune with your new vehicle. 😊
3000 to 5000 mile oil change intervals are a waste of money and oil. I've been using supertech synthetic oil since 1998 when no mechanic could be convinced to use it. It's been in use since WW2 and still I couldn't convince anyone of the benefits of synthetic. Supertech is better than fine regardless of which car one drives. 10,000 mile oil change intervals or 1 year which ever comes first is all that's required and of course a reinforced (synthetic) filter.
I’ve used it for years and Walmart oil has done good job
It’s great for lawn mowers and air cooled engines
It’s reasonable price also
I have used it for years on my vehicles and have never had a problem. Love the lower price vs name brands.
Supertech is perfect for the average daily driver in stock production vehicles. That said, it's the oil filter that can make a difference as there are a much wider range of quality in filters than in the oils themselves. Pay attention to the quality of the filter and maybe pay a few bucks more for a high quality filter. Thats what you need to pay more attention to.
Amsoil nano fiber oil filters are the best.
WIX XP is also fantastic...decent $
ST filters are as good or superior to Mobile 1 filters....at half the price.
Thats what ive heard all my life. The oil is not as important as the filter. Using a quality filter is the key.
ST filters are like the oil, middle of the road which is perfectly fine for most applications.
I use SuperTech oil and filters in all 4 of my vehicles. Change every 5,000 miles. Works great for me!
ANY brand of motor oil with the API seal of "SG" or better is better than what comes in your engine from most factories, and is PERFECT for ANY spark ignition engine if the "weight" is correct for your engine. I was a teen back in the late 1960's-early '70's working at a "local brand" service station as a pump jockey. Lots of our customers used RE-REFINED (used and filtered and fresh additives added) motor oil that was in quart glass fruit jars, and I changed it. I have NEVER seen an engine failure due to "cheap oil" in my 70 years. Super expensive oils that aren't CHANGED or there is DUST on the dipstick(!!!) can blow-up an engine in two miles. I worked twenty years at the old Cities Service Oil and Gas Corp (Citgo) and we made our brand, no-names, and military spec oils for the SR-71, so WHO MAKES the oil is meaningless today. In the 1960's, you COULDN'T mix some brands of motor oil-it turned into "sludge". That can't happen today.
I ran a jeep 4.0L on supertech 10-30 oil changed @ 6,000 mi to 315,000 miles. Mostly high way.
That in line 6 cyl motor is one of the best. Mopar screwed itself when they got rid of it
I had two Jeep Cheroke with the 4.0l engines and they are the best 6cyl. Engines ever made.
@@Greg-w6t what oil u used ?
@@DJCHARLY503 I use Castrol Edge and pensoil platnium
I'm old enough to remember when oil was .50 cents a quart. Came in a can you stuck a metal spout in. I don't think Sam Walton would sell me bad oil.
Well, he's dead so.....
I remember when a case had 24 quarts. I still have my metal spout. It had a certain sound when you stabbed it in. I still have my dads Pyrex glass bottle, remember those?
I can remember when Autozone actually had cheap oil. .79cents a quart for Castrol GTX. I remember the meta/Cardboard cans too.
Yes. Ahh the good ol days!
Yea he helped sell your country to China for his interests. In my opinion the best people are those that love money, salt of the earth down home folksie folks. Ruthless
Conventional oils should be changed every 3-5k miles, but synthetics can last to 10k miles in normal cars with normal driving habits. But that doesn't mean you can change your oil FILTER every 10k miles. You still need to change your filter every 3k miles and remember to top off with the same oil (new oil) as what's already in the car. I've been using Supertech full synthetic 0-20 in my vehicles for years, and 5w30 before that. Never any engine problems, oil leakage, or blue smoke. My cars always fall apart in other ways that necessitate replacing them, but the engines have never been the reason. Always drive them into the ground before buying another. Always regret having to do it because the engines still run like new.
Great information and well presented. Many people think Super tech (Walmart), Amazon Basic, and Kirkland (Costco) are made by the same company(s). That said I had my oil changed at Mobile 1 lube with a groupon, but found they did not use a mobile 1 oil filter. The oil filter is the other half of the oil change. I avoid the filters from China.
The certification should be your comfort to use. All oil is subject to these. Use full synthetic after your first oil change.
What filters are made in China?
Does that go for your Android or iPhone too?
If you are smart, avoid anything that is made in China when given a choice between products.
I've been using Supertech 100% Synthetic in my car, for a couple of years now. It's a good product. "It's a cheaper product, then most of the other products on the shelf." More money doesn't make some products more better!
I'd be shocked if it makes the slightest bit of difference which facility makes any particular bottle of SuperTech oil. They undoubtedly use the identical formulation and use industry-wide blending techniques.
That's what I'm talkin' 'bout!
Vehicle lubricants must meet advertised grading (API and for Europe ACEA), further if one wants their lubricants used in specific vehicles, they must further meet the manufacturers requirements.
I bought an 03 Corolla new and ran it about 200K miles on dino oil. Castrol, Pennzoil, and Chevron oil were used. Costco stopped carrying the Chevron oil so I started buying the Kirkland full synthetic cheaper than I could buy dino oil if I could even find it. OCI is 5K and I've used AC/Delco, Purolator, and OEM Toyota filters. No problems so far at 269K.
I've been using Supertech oil for years. It's great and cheap.
It’s all I’ve used for 15+ years. No issues and very happy with it
Great article. If api seal is on the bottle, run it. Change at approved intervals.
Have you supertech for over 10 years both conventional and synthetic never no trouble Engine inside is amazingly clean my car has over 250,000 miles used supertech for the last hundred and fifty thousand miles still runs like new no smoke and no oil consumption this is very good oil
I like Supertech 5W30 in my 2002 Saturn SC2. This vehicle calls for synthetic oil with a filter and oil change every 3,000 miles. These engines are also notorious for consuming oil, which may be why they call for such a frequent oil change interval. Mobil 1 is preferred, but Supertech full synthetic is probably going to hold up just as well for 3,000 miles.
I would never seek to cut costs on oil filters, and would never consider Fram or house brand filters. I used Mann or Mahle filters in my VW's. I use WIX XP filters in my Saturn. Both Saturn and VW call for very specific bypass valve specifications. I simply do not trust that a generic oil filter manufacturer will honor those exacting specifications. If the bypass valve is not functioning to spec, then the engine will be starved for lubrication when it is cold, and that will definitely shorten the lifespan of your engine.
My thoughts exactly NAPA gold are rebranded WIX obw
SuperTech is Mobil1 oil.
Tests have shown that the old paper filters are still the best. They all hold up too about 10,000 miles depending on the engine. Keeping an eye on the oil condition is vital, you start seeing black carbon in it you need too change.
@@markwarnberg9504 No, Mobil does not manufacture oil for Walmart. There are 2 or 3 companies that do. Warren Oil is on e of them.
SuperTech pure synthetic oil comes in a 10K variety and a 20K variety. Those are not to exceed limits. Best to follow your auto manufacturer's oil change interval.
Only a fool is going to change the oil based upon it's soot content. The larger issue in modern cars is fuel contamination which thins the oil. If you want to have your oil tested by a lab, that is an option.
No, paper filters are not "the best", and paper filters are not all built alike.
Synthetic media tends to have a larger contaminant capture capacity which is better for longer oil change intervals.
I asked the tech at my local Walmart who manufactured Super Tech oil. He told me Valvoline. He said that it comes in large drums. This is in Southern Illinois.
@@Navyuncle Hard to keep up with corporate changes. Stands to reason distributers will buy where they can get the best deal and keep cost low. The end result for you the customer is that it is all the same API rated motor oil.
My 88 Ranger had 292,000 miles on it when a head gasket blew, after dissasmbly it was found to have negligible bore wear and the cam bearings were fine , even the crank bearings in spec, most amazing to me was the valve guides were perfect. always ran 3000 mile changes with walmart synthetic . after a hone , fresh rings and stock size new pistons and rings with a fresh valve job, good as new.also new stock sized bearings,
The fact that some of the WalMart oils are supplied by Exxon Mobil does not mean that they are Mobil 1. I used to work for one of the best industrial lubricant suppliers in the world. We had access to both lab and real world test results for all major brands. I run Mobil1 in all of my gas engines, Rotella and Delo in the diesels. I change oil in the cars once a year. Which is probably why I usually only get maybe 300,000 miles out of an engine. There are currently three Chrysler minivans sitting in my yard with around 200,000 miles on each of them. And each of those engines looks new internally, not a trace of sludge or varnish. But I live in a mild climate and run no short trips. If you live in the north and run 1/2 mile trips in the winter changing oil every 6000 miles might not be often enough.
Further, Walmart Super Tech oil currently meets API-SP and ILSAC GF-6A requirements as well as, GM requirements.
API, ILSAC raised the bar for engine lubricants, making it difficult for just any lubricant manufacturer to meet those requirements.
The latest requirements at the time of this printing are
API - SP
ILSAC GF-6A
These are licensing and certification standards, oil companies must meet prior to marketing products which indicate such on their labeling.
SuperTech is good oil and there have been enough tests to prove it. However, just because an oil is made by a reputable manufacture is no guarantee it's the same as other oils from that company.
The retailer will provide the manufacture with specs for x amount of oil at a certain price. The manufacture then produces oil at the agreed spec, but it is no guarantee that that it is the same oil that other retailers sell. They are simply providing them with oil according to their requested specs. This doesn't mean it's a bad thing as long as the buyer doesn't think he's getting Castrol, Valvoline, Quaker State, etc. from a bottle of SuperTech.
Bottom line, if the oil is certified for use in an engine and changed *often,* use it and find something else to worry about.
When I was a young I was working for Walmart when they started selling there brand, it I believe it started with a different name other than super tech. And it came into the warehouse in valvoline cases.
Bought a new truck with Detroit diesel engine, used Texaco oil for 400,000 miles. Switched to Supertech 15w40, ran truck to 900,000. Sold truck, new owner ran to 1,100,000. Head gasket blew and he rebuilt engine.
Damn that’s impressive!!👍
Texaco... i really miss texaco. Their oil was havoline as i recall. Think i may have one iunopened quart somewhere. I cant bring my self to open it.
@@blueduck9409 They still sell it, comes in a box at walmart.
Texaco was bought by Chevron. The Havoline oil brand still exists.
I've noticed that SuperTech is closing the gap, price wise in the last few years.
It's right next to the brand name oil.
I've noticed that too and probably because of the high demand for it now🤷🏽♂️
It’s still very competitively priced.
The Walmart near me here in NJ has the 5 quart jug at $18.98 for full or high mileage synthetic.
The other top brands, Valvoline, Pennzoil, Mobil 1 , range in price between $26.97 and $29.97.
So at a minimum we’re talking $8 and at the top $11. With that difference you can get a pretty good filter, so that the savings are significant.
I’m running SuperTech 0w20 at $18.98 and a Fram Ultra Synthetic for $8.97.
That’s a grand total of $27.95. Not bad , no?
And as I change it myself , that’s a huge savings. Just take care to change it regularly with 5 to 6,000 mile oil change intervals. Driving a 2007 Accord coupe 6 cylinder that just cracked 200,000 miles.
Engine is clean as a whistle and purrs like a kitten. Not a drip or a drop on the driveway.
Cheers, friend 😊
Just because the Walmart oil may be made by Mobil or any other major oil co., doesn't mean that the chemical specs are the same. All of the oil manufacturers have their special chemical blends of motor oil. Any oil product made by them is done so with the particular recipe called for by the customer buying the oils. Look at the chemical makeup of Mobil 1 European blend vs Castrol basic synthetic oil. The chemical blend will be a little different. So, without knowing the chemical blends of the particular private label motor oil, there's no way to tell that it may or may not be the same as the major oil cos. product. I've found that these specs are hard to find, but they are out there.
I buy super tech oil, but I remain picky more so for the oil filter👍
i use full synthetic from rural king,its even cheaper than supertech and change oil 2 times a year,great product
Been using Supertech 5W30 full sythetic oil in my 2010 Kia Sportage with 2.7 liter engine . Change oil and filter every 10,000 klms . Vehicle now has 636,241 klms on it . Never have to add between changes and runs beautifully . Great product !
For what it's worth, I have used Super Tech oil in my 1996 Monte Carlo Z34 dual overhead cam Motor for years. Only difference is I use Wix filters.
At 175,000 miles inside the valve cover is super clean and zero sludge. The key is changing it every 3000 miles.
And after 3000 miles its still pretty clean coming out when drained.
I’ve read that super tech filters are made by wix and champion
API certification is what I look for, engine oil is just another commodity at this point.
I have a 2006 Chrysler T&C Minivan with 275,000 miles on it. I have only used Super tech oil in the last 155,000 miles since I've owned it, but probably more Fram filters than Super Tech. I usually change oil between 3,000- 5,000 miles altho once I went like 10,000 miles. Still runs like brand new with great acceleration! All of my other vehicles have all used SuperTech and I never had engine issues ever, just rusted out bodies from salt!
I change oil and filter every 5,000 miles and every other oil change I change the air filter. I keep my cars for over 10 years. Works for me!
The motorcycle shop I worked for was buying oil in 55 gallon drums. We were using that oil to put in brand new motorcycles.
engines were blowing, and it wasn’t just one particular engine size, it was several different size engines with the oil that we put in the engines..
One of the mechanics in the service department was doing a 500 mile service on a motorcycle that just came in. When he pulled the plug to drain the oil, the oil came out like foam. Like a frozen Coke if you have ever seen one of those.
When you have foam in oil, that is millions of air bubbles that are compressible. When you have the elasticity of air bubbles in the oil, you cannot have full oil pressure. Anyone with experience of having air in your brakes, knows that that is not good, you don’t have full brake pedal pressure…
we called the company we were buying oil from. They sent to representatives there. We took a brand new motorcycle, put in the required amount of oil, the mechanic rode the motorcycle for about 15 minutes. He pulled back into the shop and put the bike on the lift and pull the plug. I’ll came honey colored foam..
It was obvious that the oil additives package was lacking in anti-foaming additives..
that company agreed to pay for all of the engines, and we started calling all the customers, and going to pick up their motorcycles with our trailer.. we told them not to ride or even start their motorcycles..
some people demanded brand new engines, and got them..
What brand I want to slam the company where’s your address let me call you.
We used belray 55 gal 10,40 Yamaha 20,50 🤙
What brand was the defective oil?
Sounds like quaker state
Iv seen valve covers with a white hard paste in them from motors that used quaker state .....30+ years ago
Should have just put Rotella T6 in everything.
Mobile 1 isn't as great as you think, Penzoil Ultra Platinum is where it's at - best way to tell - what's your hot PSI reading on your gauge? Mine is over 10 PSI higher with Pennzoil....
I used SuperTech Full Synthetic High Mileage 0w20 and 5w30 exclusively on all my vehicles paired with either SuperTech or Fram Ultra oil filter for several years now. I also went ahead and put it to the test their 10,000 miles claim and holy smokes Batman. The oil itself and the filter were still in unbelievably good condition. Not once have I ever felt my vehicles chugging, grinding or buckling and etcetera. All my vehicles run smoother than ever and my gas mileage has improved significantly and scout's honor when I say "it's not a placebo effect". If your vehicle is burning oil, that's a manufactured defect and not the oil itself and ten times out of ten the piston head, piston o-rings and seals are worn-out waiting or cracked and ready to break into pieces are the culprit. Cheers 🍻
Edit: I've paired all my vehicles with a magnetic oil drain bolt plug. Best investment anyone can ever make. Get the forged steel version. Also used either pink or yellow teflon tape since it can withstand over 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
I use Walmart oil exclusively. 2019 Ram with 187,909 miles so far!
Wow, highway miles I'm assuming?
@@willg.5168 nope! I'm a Hot Shot Delivery Contractor. Up to 191,800 and Oct was a slow month.
I am a former Wal-Mart associate. In the beginning when Sam Walton started Wal-Mart, he went out a made contracts with possible vendors. Since then Wal-Mart has their home office in 10 story building in Bentonville, Arkansas. Vendors are now lined up around the block, because they know if they get a Wal-Mart contract, their product WILL sell! With that fact, Wal-Mart will order a minimum of 200 trailer loads of said vendors product. One of the few conditions is that if you want repeat sales to Wal-Mart you will have to sell them your product 10% cheaper than the prior year every year.
Oil is cheaper than an engine, so changing the oil and filter often will save you tons of money in the long run. The SuperTech filters are a pretty good deal too.
more important is to check oil level.neighbors accord only had 1 quart in engine measured it..5 quarts is full.. and she still hasnt checked it???????
Who makes Super Tech oil filters?
Champion laboratories makes Walmart ST filters.
Just buy OEM. Especially Toyota
@@ceciliaabdalla4954 Made by Denso in either Thailand or China.
Been using mobile 1 since it came out, never had a problem. Owned a 95 F150 for 20yrs, compression is up to par across the board. Regular flushes like the cooling system and transmission, and brake fluid will keep you rolling trouble free, plus regular lubing of suspension 👍
Been using Walmart synthetic high mileage for years with no issues, plus I use their oil filters as well with zero issues.
I started as a Turf equipment mechanic straight out of High School in 1973. I always bought Penzoil because I thought it was the best. After going to a few service schools in the mid 70's I discovered that for the most part if you change the oil and filter about every 5,000 miles you will never have a problem regardless of what brand you use. Some people will only use a certain brand oil or filter, I have used Supertech oil for many years and have never had a problem with any car I have ever owned. I am 68 years old (now retired) and I have never paid anyone to change my engine oil and filter. More engine oil and oil filters are sold because of advertising than being the best product out there. I have saved many thousands of dollars by buying Supertech and Supertech/Fram/ Wix oil filters. I can't believe what the major auto parts stores want for 5 quarts of motor and a filter. I now own a Tesla Model Y so that eliminates oil changes on one of my three vehicles. 😀
Spot on brother. I'm 66, same story too.
Do you know anything about Marvel mystery oil?
@@skootrcootr4073 I used a few cases or two at Porter Brothers back in the day 😀
@@skootrcootr4073 we called it monkey piss back in the day 😀😀😀😂😂😂😂
@@skootrcootr4073 Save your money.
Look into adding Marvel Mystery Oil to the engine oil, maybe after 4000 miles to top it off and put the level slightly above full, then change it at 5000 miles. Valvoline and Pennzoil are probably the best for the price. Amsoil is good but expensive.
Why would you want to reduce oil life by adding garbage?
I used to drive in Walmart's private fleet of trucks, running out of the Shelby NC DC. One of my regular dispatches was to a facility in Charleston SC to pick up loads of motor oil, already loaded on a trailer. The load manifests always said what was loaded on the trailer. There would be Havoline, Mobil 1, Castroil, Valvoline, Kendall, and the Walmart house brand Supertech, all synthetics. I never saw the bottles being filled so I can't say they are all from the same exact vat or tank of motor oil, only that those brands were loaded at the same place. In my opinion, they are probably all the same and oil changes at regular intervals is most important.
Using the right grade oil is most important.remember name brands advertise and that cost goes into the price.and like you guys said changing your oil is very important too.😊
I run super tech oil in Everything. 4 commercial mowers. I use the 2 stroke oil as well. In f150. In f250 (gas). Diesel tractor. Motorcycle. Polaris Slingshot. Been running it for over a decade. Never lost a motor or even a valve. Good stuff
I have been using Supertech oil for a long time. Never an issue. It meets the spec requirements by the manufacturer so that's a start. Our Toyota recommends 10k services - I say no way. Cut it to 5k twice a year from day one and now at 90k / 9 years with no issues. As others have stated, oil change frequency is key, I would never go above 5k per change. If people understood oil filters, they would realize the filters are in by pass mode long before 10k. My other cars/truck are changed yearly which is around the 3500 mile mark.
I I changed oil in my BMW530 every 15,000 miles and I sold it last year to a buddy and it has 400,000 miles on it Still running great
Great advise..Your personal experience proves what most of us are talking about here..Experience always beats opinion..
@@bmwlane8834what year was your 530i ?
3,000 miles every car every time......
In this "modern age" .... "oil is oil" and as long as it meets specs and you CHANGE it on a regular interval... Super Tech is great. I've used it and neglected it in an old vehicle..... no issues at all with the oil.... and I will continue to use it. I save a few bucks along the way also.... great video.
Not Warren Oil, it is actually Highline Warren (formerly called Warren Distribution), not the same company as Warren Oil but often confused with it, that makes most of Walmart SuperTech oil, a good company BTW. I think they also make AmazonBasics oil, MAG1, and Costco's Kirkland oil too. The only deviation from that is something from years ago where Amalie made SuperTech in the Florida area, and in the southeast part of the U.S., for a while anyway.
That is correct. It is not Warren Oil from North Carolina.
I read a while back that Mobil/Exsson bought up Warren Dist. Hard too keep track for all the big buying and selling going on. In the end it´s all pretty much the same oil with the API/ILSAC ratings so the choice is where you can get the best deal. A $2qt. vs $10qt does not mean you can drive 4 times longer! You still have to follow the owners manual recommendation for oil change.
Spot On. Information this video completely bogus. I still call it Warren Distribution, but very recently change to name you mention. Yes, in addition to Super Tech, they make all the oils you mention.
@@markwarnberg9504 After reading about them on their corporate website, I believe that Highline Warren is owned by a private equity company, and it manufacturers all kinds of automotive products, but also is a distributor for many major brands including Mobil, Shell (Pennzoil), Valvoline, etc, as well as many other automotive products besides motor oil.
Good video. Thank you. I use Super Tech oil in my vehicles. I change my oil at 3,500 miles. I have no complaints. I had a 1998 Cutlass and a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. The Cutlass was still running strong until I forgot to switch the cooling fans on and went into the house and forgot that it was running. The Rodeo had a stretched timing belt and got out of time. It was still running but not well. No oil related issues on either of them. I decided to junk both of them. I ran Super Tech oil in them for twelve and eleven years. I now have a 2004 Caddy Deville with 95,000 miles and a 1998 Chevy Silverado C1500 with over 276,000 miles and run Super Tech 5w30 High Mileage in both of them.
2010 Nissan Sentra SR with 259,040 miles (over a quarter ot a Million miles), on Supertech oil from day one. Only engine repairs have been a couple of coils, the starter, and alternator. Does not burn oil. Key is to change oil at most every 10,000 miles and don't run it like it's a race car. As for the oil filters, I always use the inexpensive ones, and I put a microwave magnetron round magnet on the outside bottom of the oil pan.
Love supertech. It has been my go to. I just get a high quality filter for the offset cost. And go 8000km. Though i feel it gets burned in a engine easier usually adding 1/4-1/3L between changes not a big deal
The Supertech high mileage full syn 10w-30 is the only oil that keeps the burning to a minimum in my kid's oil burning Kia. For some reason, it burns way less of it than any other oil I've tried.
It’s the weight and the high mileage component. High mileage oils usually incorporate seal conditioners to expand rubber seals and make it harder to run out. The 10w-30 vs that 5w-20 water they want you to run is another thing. 10w-30 is considerably thicker and heavier. Given Hyundai/Kia engines and their propensity to burn oil thicker oil will be much harder to hork. The only trade off might be reduced oil pump life or extra wear from the heavier oil having issues moving quickly when cold
I have a 1907 model T with 9 million miles. I’m original owner. It’s my daily driver. I’ve used supertech full synthetic from day 1 along with supertech filter. I change oil every 10,000 miles . It still runs like news. PS both of my kids and all 3 of neighbors kids were conceived in this car while using supertech oil. So far no complaints 😁
I use it, the high mileage full synthetic , change every 3k miles, pushing 275k right now. I think its just fine..
Life goes on. I used to be concerned about Sears Oil in the late 60s but used it (Because I got an employee discount). After crude oil is refined in one of those huge refineries, I wonder what more can a retailer do to make it better? Doing so just makes their product more expensive and prices them out from the "General Consumer Market." Same for gasoline. As the known quote goes "Motor oil is motor oil."
The channel Project Farm here on RUclips has lots of videos showing head-to-head oil testing. They definitely are worth watching. He also tests virtually anything under the sun.
I've had friends that were engineers and developers. They spend their lives experimenting and deriving new standards and ideas all the time. They have so many tests they perform. I have lots of confidence in most engineers. My problem is choosing what article, advertisement, study, or reviews to lean on. Thank you for your well rounded research. All the best!
Ok...0w-20 Class 4 Dexos Cert. Super Tech Brand..Change 5 to 6 thousand miles with filter..All you need...Use Redline SL for the fuel tank treatments...All you need.....
Good Video.
I read that Mobil has bought up Warren.
As for the oil... Warren buy´s it in BULK from Mobil and/or one or more of the major refineries depending on where they get the best deal as they do not have a refinery themselfs. They are a striktly "mixing/packageing company".
We are talking about Group 3 oil which is used in most vehicles.
The High End Group 4 oils are intended for performance vehicles like Nascar and Formul 1 and not for normal cars with catalitic converters where the Zink in Group 4 oils will clogg up the converter.
Ive been using super tech full synthetic for almost a decade . No issues , leaks or oil burning . Vehicles start & run well even even in our snow belt cold winters
I had a 2002 Intrepid w/ the 3.5L high output engine and at about 135,000 miles i needed a couple gaskets changed and the mechanic said it was the cleanest Chrysler engine he had ever seen inside no sludge and looked new. I had that vehicle untill 2021. I changed my own oil after the warrenty ran out with full synthetic Wal-Mart oil and a mopar oil filter every 5,000 miles. I will continue to use it in all my vehicles.
When I was a lube tech at Walmart I was always told it was pennzoil was who made super tech oils.
Yes, at one time there were multiple suppliers of it. However, it is mostly WPP supplied now.
I have used supertech for years ,even in my motorcycles, ofcourse using SUPERTECH MOTORCYCLE OIL. always had good luck w it, never a bad issue.
Ive used super tech oil for 30+ years. Never a problem. The super tech oil filters r good also. I give it my highest regards
Ive never had a engine failure with any brand of oil. So supertech would be just fine
We use SuperTech and vinegar in our salad. Taste as good if not better than Mobil 1.
(BTW it's spelled *MOBIL* not MobilE as in Mobile Alabama.....)
I've used the synthetic grades of Supertech on my cars since 2007 and never had any wear issues. As you pointed out, OCI is what matters so long as it is an API certified brand.
I like Supertech, Used it for years. I've even sent used oil off to blackstone labs for analysis. Turns out is was good.
I've been checking oil tests for more than two decades now, and supertech has outperformed Mobil 1 in tests of all times for a long time. So much so, that I used to use supertech oil along with the hard driver oil filter when the oil would not start getting dirty for almost 10,000 miles. When Mobil 1 bought that oil filter from hard driver and started putting their name on it, that oil filter quickly became about 60% to 70% as good as it once was. I now try and go with the Purolator boss oil filter and a good solid motor oil. Usually supertech. I find it more than adequate, there's only a few oils that outperform it, but for the vehicles that I drive it's more than adequate and better than mobile one by far. Roughly equal to Valvoline, Pennzoil and Amsoil will outperform supertech. Kendall will outperform all of them as it will take more heat than any other oil that I am aware of. I think Amsoil comes close. As for this video, about 60% of everything you said is categorically in error.
Interesting video. I have been using Super Tech oil for quite a few years in my Toyota Tundra and Rav4, as well as at least one of my motorcycles, with no issues. The Toyota's are now around the 150,000 mile mark and I never have to add oil between the 5,000 mile changes.
I ran this oil in all sorts of vehicles for over 15 years when I had a mobile maintenance company. It use to cost less than 5 dollars for 5 qt jug.
I've used Supertech for decades and never had any problems. I got 200,000 on my Hyundai, Elantra and it does not burn any oil between changes. A five gallon jug is at least $10 less then some name brand.
My daily driver is a 2004 Nissan Xterra SE, purchased 2005; yes twenty years old. My oil choice is full synthetic, and based on price either SuperTECH 0W20 or Amazon Basics 0W20; sometimes one or the other have a sale price. Also, use Fram filter, thus both oil and filter are changed once a year.
I've been using the super tech oil for the last 10 years in all my cars and changing it every 5 k miles no problems. It's not good to wait to 10k no mater how good the oil is. It can still sludge up and brake down from heat. 5w30 being the most I use. On car takes 5w20.
Supertech synthetic oils and filter in my F250, Challenger, and Kawasaki motorcycle. Thousands of miles with zero issues. I'm sold.
I have used this for years and have had great results and saved a lot of money.Also,cheaper oil makes me want to change oil more often.
I am using this oil for the past 7 years on my 2012 accord and have no issues , changing my oil every 4000 or 5000 miles not bad at all and my engine is clean now my car has 205500 miles and my son using it...
Nothing wrong with saving money. It all meets specs. What ruins engines before their time is believing the manufacturers extended drain intervals. If you adhere to some 10,000 oil change recommendations, at least change the filter at 6000 miles and top it off with some fresh, clean oil. The car makers love their oil life indicators, they make them money up the road in the service department.
Change your oil and filter every four thousand miles. i would never go beyond that no matter what the dealer recommends. blow your motor and they will gladly replace it for about seven thousand dollars, maybe more. Been using supertech and fram oil filters for years, i change out every 3500 to 4000 miles. some folks say it is good for 10000 miles i say BS. your choice if you can afford to buy a new vehicle every couple of years that might be ok for you but if your cheap like me stick with early oil and filter changes.
I have done 6k and 3-4k and the oil is dirty on those 20k 10k synthetic oils.I change every six months
James. The car care nut on you tube has the same advice. He emphasizes that the 10,000 oil change interval that Yoda says is ONLY to keep the vehicle in compliance with the warrenty..but premature oil burning will result if you adhere to this . 5,000 is reasonable
My vehicle manual says think months not miles. It recommends six months OCI regardless of brand or type. Five thousand miles max or six months whichever comes first. It takes me
two years to drive 5000 miles so I go by the six month recommendation.
Get us out of the warranty and good luck😅. Planned obsolescence sells more stuff.
Fantastic research and editing. Only one criticism...When you mentioned the rectangles and other container giveaways that would identify the source of the oil, I would have liked you zooming in on those things. I tried to see them in the video, but didn't see them. Would have been better to graphically point them out, maybe with a callout or pointer. Otherwise, good job!
It may be good, but over the years the price has creped up to the point that you only save a dollar or two for a 5 Qt. container vs the name brands.
Wal Mart wanted Amsoil to make their Synthetic oils for them, but they want Amsoil to make it so they could sell it real cheap. They wanted the oils to be made cheaper so they could sell cheap, Amsoil said NO, because they would be under cutting the Amsoil Dealers like myself, and they said not going to happen, the dealer built the company what it is today and they refuse to screw the dealers for a few dollars. Wal Mart lost out!! Wal Mart also wanted the Amsoil name on the bottle. NO!!! The company refused to screw the Dealers network.
I got oil change at walmart, they put Castro gtx Synthetic blend into my truck. That's piss me off.
DIY!!!!
Wal Mart needs to keep selling conventional oil also instead of all Synthetic. A lot of vehicle don't need Synthetic. We quit buying oil at Wal Mart due to them not selling conventional oil anymore.
I have a 1998 Honda Civic EX and I been using Super Tech Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil with a Mobil 1 extended oil filter. So far I have 403,000+ miles and the cars drives like a new car with no problems. I just recently found out Walmart SuperTech has an extended oil filter but have not use it. I have faith in this oil and will continue to use it in all may cars: Super Tech Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil SAE 5W-30, 5 Quarts, currently selling for $20.48 online
Supertech has a 20,000-mile advanced full synthetic motor oil
I buy the 10,000 mile version and change oil around 4,000 miles. It’s all I’ve run in my 2021 Telluride since new. Never had a vehicle that burns so little oil. It drops about 1/8 inch on the dipstick between changes.
Did anyone notice the “SN“ on the SAE stamp? When I was a kid, oil was rated “SD“. Every time the letter changes, the oil has to have a significant improvement. Engines and transmissions last much longer nowadays than they used to. That’s because of the improvements in motor oil, and all petroleum products. The engine main bearings have not changed much at all in the last 100 years! I noticed that you didn’t compare synthetic versus conventional oils. I have found that pure synthetic actually has some issues. I have been using synthetic blend oil, and it seems to be the best of both worlds. Note- I’m a Mechanic, and I’ve driven almost 1,000,000 miles in my lifetime. That’s a lot of oil changes!
What issues and how is a blend better? Not knocking you, but you’re going against the industry standard and I’d like to understand your point
@@Beckybitch It’s kind of hard to explain, but when I was running full synthetic, it seemed like I could hear every little sound inside the engine. When I switched to the blend, all those little noises went away. It’s almost like the synthetic is too thin.(I was using 5W-30 in both cases). The engine I’m referring to has well over 200,000 miles on it. That may have something to do with it.
Here is what I do. I buy Supertech synthetic oil but STILL change it every 5k miles. I buy an FRAM extended life filter (10k rated) but STILL change it every 5k miles. The change frequency of 5k miles along with the extended use range of these options means I will always be within the the usage and protection limits of both. FYI, I drive under what vehicle manufactures would consider normal driving conditions.
Years ago Conoco used to make their oils. The name was clearly seen on the label. Oil like gasoline is made in large quantities by a few manufacturers then packaged and sold to retailers like Walmart and others who then put their brand on it. I've used their oils for years in my vehicles 2 of which are now over 200K miles and still going strong. I've used their 20/50 oils in our quads in the Arizona heat for years with no problems. I use a brand name oil in my hot rods and drag car but would have no problem using Walmart oils in them if I had to.
I drive a 2013 Subaru Impreza that gets an oil change every 4500 miles. If I use Royal Purple oil I can get 4500 miles without topping off. If I run Super Tech oil I will need to add just shy of 2 quarts. Price comes out almost the same. Ill stick with Royal Purple. I do not notice any mpg difference. Not trying to start any arguments or fights but just giving some info from what I have personally learned.
for decades i only used CASTROL GTX but now i only use SUPERTECH FULL SYNTHETIC in my 4 wheels vehicles. i change the oil every 3500-5000 miles in my HEMI RAM anyway. i also add LUCAS FULL SYNTHETIC oil stabilizer every oil change.
I've been using SuperTech 100% synthetic oil well over 20 years. Never had any problems ever.