That stupid matrix with a checkmark next to "fuel saving" is a flat-out lie. It's not API resource conserving, nor is an HTHS value of 3.5+ designed for good fuel economy.
Hi guys. Their Australian website a has good load technical data sheets too. See http://www.tds.castrol.com.au/default.aspx
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Classifications
- Petrol : SN, (SM, SL, SJ, SH and all superseded classifications)
- Diesel : CF
- ACEA: A3/B3, A3/B4 High performance shear stable petrol/diesel engine oil
- BMW Longlife: 01
- MB: Approval 229.3/ 229.5
- Porsche: A40
- VW: 502 00 / 505 00
TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS
SAE Rating : 0W-40
KV @ 100°C : 13.1 cSt
KV @ 40°C : 79 cSt
CCS @ - 35°C : 5,950 cP
High Temp High Shear Viscosity : 3.6
Pour Point : -60 °C
Base Number : 10.3 mgKOH/g
Note: The low friction characteristics of Castrol EDGE 0W-40 A3/B4 make it unsuitable for most motorcycles that incorporate wet clutches in combined engine and transmission systems. Castrol’s prime recommendation for this application is Castrol Power 1 Racing R4.
Originally Posted By: dparm
That stupid matrix with a checkmark next to "fuel saving" is a flat-out lie. It's not API resource conserving, nor is an HTHS value of 3.5+ designed for good fuel economy.
Naw, it's aimed at people running 40 weights. It will be on the thin side for a 40, I imagine that's where that comes from.
Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete
The specs that uart posted above are correct. Here is the PDS as was provided by Castrol NA. Looks a bit sloppy, as if it was unfinished...
Thanks! Just picked up 6q from the AAP bogo sale. My engine was a bit on the noisy side with GC. PU 5w40 fixed it up and reduced consumption but paying for full retail from amazon wasn't quite in my budget.
I was interested in giving it a try, but none of my local AAP stores carry it and were not able/willing to special order it. I still find it weird that it is the southern part of the country that has is available, considering it's a "0W-". Hopefully the availability will improve over time, alas the BOGO sale is now over.