By: LubesToday

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Under what circumstances do synthetic lubricants not make sense? My understanding is that high-quality synthetic lubricants can result in cost savings and engine efficiency improvements through reduced friction/heat, engine wear, lubricant breakdowns, lubricant change intervals, etc. What is best way to make these choices?"

You are right about the benefits of synthetic oils. Reduced friction/heat, engine wear, lubricant breakdowns and lubricant change intervals can all lead to lower costs for repairs and even better gas mileage in some cases.

The real question is when to choose an expensive synthetic oil over a lower priced mineral oil. The truth is that it depends on the way the engine is used and how many miles it has.

Synthetic oils may not be ideal for a vehicle that has very high mileage (engine hours) and has only used mineral base oils during its lifespan. If you were to change the oil to a synthetic in this type of vehicle, it could lead to a number of problems. The oil’s natural detergent action could wash off varnish and other soot deposits that are sometimes left behind with certain mineral oils. This action of cleaning deposits off cylinder walls not only can cause the engine to use more oil but also can reduce cylinder wall thickness and allow small amounts of oil to bypass the piston rings and burn up in the cylinder head.

In older cars, synthetic oils can even affect the seals or elastomers, causing them to shrink and leak. Therefore, continuing to use the same mineral oil is a good idea in many situations.

On the other hand, synthetic oils are a wise choice for vehicles and engines that experience frequent stops and starts, operate in extreme heat and cold, or have extended lengths of service between oil changes.

If you were to buy a new vehicle, you should consider using a high-quality synthetic oil from the start. This can make a big difference in the life of the engine, especially if you use the oil in conjunction with a high-grade, low-micron filter.

So while synthetic oil does not always make sense, when it does, there can be significant cost savings in the long run. Keep in mind that there are good mineral oil products on the market as well. Determining what your situation requires will depend on the condition of your engine or machinery.

Source: http://lubestoday..com.ng/2016/06/when-to-choose-synthetic-lubricant.html

When?

How about everytime that you can afford it?

I use it only as backup when there is enough cash

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Is it good for cooking

My mind went to something else when I read lubricant.

What? This post title was misleading.

I was hoping to find the info i needed on flavored, non flavored synthetic lubes and natural oil lubes infused with herbal antispetics and herbal extract birth controls.
Maybe I should have looked at the topic section it came from before jumping to conclusions? Car Talk. I would have not wasted my few minutes on this thread if i had checked topic section before entering.
A congratulation to OP for a useful,post to someone somewhere, i hope many people benefit from it rather than ending up like me looking here for something else and not finding it.

Like if u thought they where talking about sex

OK sir... So I can put it in my old car right? Price range of d lube nko?

Abi oooooo....wen economy don tie face like thunder.

BLINGZ88:
Like if u thought they where talking about sex

Lots of corrupt minds on NL...

J

Best approach is to use the Synythetic blend (semi synthetic), that way you enjoy both the benefits of the synthetic & mineral engine oil at the same time.

My thoughts though.

adwem2003:
My mind went to something else when I read lubricant.

Haha. You need Jesus!

Lubricant like Vaseline is all I know

Some minds need to be washed with Hypo

For you full synthetic oil 5w30 and 5w20 ,try Lubex brand (http://www.lubex.com.tr/en-us/products/heavy-duty-engine-oils/lubex-premium-xt-5w30).
It comes in various capacities of 7 litres,5 litres ,4 litre and 1 litre @ affordable price ranging from 10,500 to 2,200 naira
You can contact autologic @ 08061166316 to place your order and delivery is possible to anywhere in Nigeria .
Premium oil filter brand is also available http://www.pgfilters.com/oil-filters/

EgunMogaji:
When?

How about everytime that you can afford it?

If you paid conscious attention to what was written, you can't use a synthetic lubricant anytime you can afford it.
You make the switch when it's most favourable for your engine and then you stick with it.

Do contact us for more enquiries...

Call me a pervert....but i thought this was about sex!!!!....mtchewww

OP next time put car so people like us go know before we open am

luvinhubby:
Best approach is to use the Synythetic blend (semi synthetic), that way you enjoy both the benefits of the synthetic & mineral engine oil at the same time.

My thoughts though.

As much as you are right in certain regards, sometimes going fully synthetic is the most viable option for some engine state.

Best regards.

SmithHumble50:
OK sir... So I can put it in my old car right? Price range of d lube nko?

Yes sir you can. The price ranges from as low as #1,600 for a 1L synthetic Lube to as high as #6,200 for 4L lubes across major Lubricant brands in Nigeria.


Regards.

Same Here

adwem2003:
My mind went to something else when I read lubricant.

All I use is AZ. It's OK for my car

adwem2003:
My mind went to something else when I read lubricant.

Same here

Synthetic lubricant is a powerful oil that maintains the engine and it lasts longer.

Please can you name some brands? I am really interested.

Many thanks.

destineguy:


Yes sir you can. The price ranges from as low as #1,600 for a 1L synthetic Lube to as high as #6,200 for 4L lubes across major Lubricant brands in Nigeria.


Regards.

mimexy watch ur side well oo

not so wonderful for use in ds clime. mineral is preferrable here.

I even thought you meant lubricant for sex

destineguy:


If you paid conscious attention to what was written, you can't use a synthetic lubricant anytime you can afford it.
You make the switch when it's most favourable for your engine and then you stick with it.

Do contact us for more enquiries...

1) I've forgotten more about synthetic vs Dino oil than you'll learn in 3 lifetimes

2) there's no need for me to contact you because there's nothing to be learnt from you

3) I stand by my original opinion

4) I don't use some no name untested brand.

Inspectahdeck:
Please can you name some brands? I am really interested.

Many thanks.

KY Jelly lol