What is the general consensus regarding the performance of newer anti-LSPI oils in older engines that don't need/require it?
The change in formulations has been quick (to my knowledge, but admittedly I haven't had to replenish the stash for quite a while) and widespread-- most of the common oils have transitioned to a magnesium/calcium additive package and sodium has all but disappeared as an additive.
I've been picking up oil sales here and there trying to get a few oil changes worth on the shelf and most all the oils I'm buying are the newer SN+ and/or Dex1 gen 2 variety which have the newer formulations. None of my vehicles are prone to LSPI, so that left me wondering if I'm better served with an older SN oil (which you can still find here and there) or if the newer SN+ / Dex1 Gen 2 oils have any benefits or even compromises when it comes to performance in older engines. Curious if anyone has noticed a trend in recent UOAs suggesting that the newer formulas are working better or worse in applications that aren't affected by LSPI.
The change in formulations has been quick (to my knowledge, but admittedly I haven't had to replenish the stash for quite a while) and widespread-- most of the common oils have transitioned to a magnesium/calcium additive package and sodium has all but disappeared as an additive.
I've been picking up oil sales here and there trying to get a few oil changes worth on the shelf and most all the oils I'm buying are the newer SN+ and/or Dex1 gen 2 variety which have the newer formulations. None of my vehicles are prone to LSPI, so that left me wondering if I'm better served with an older SN oil (which you can still find here and there) or if the newer SN+ / Dex1 Gen 2 oils have any benefits or even compromises when it comes to performance in older engines. Curious if anyone has noticed a trend in recent UOAs suggesting that the newer formulas are working better or worse in applications that aren't affected by LSPI.