True, the specs are almost identical. The TSO four-ball test was conducted in 2005. The SSO test was conducted in 2007. The SSO shows a larger wear scar, but the competitive oils show an even greater increase from the 2005 tests. The SSO shows a .04mm increase in wear, but PP shows a .06mm increase. Maybe Amsoil used a different lab that had softer balls?? All things considered, SSO looks to be as worthy an oil as the TSO. Marketing will probably be the biggest difference between them.
New stuff coming from AMSOIL.
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Guys please use this link: Amsoil SSO 0W-30
The largest difference is TBN and detergent/dispersant additive package. 13.2 is pretty healthy for a somewhat light viscosity motor oil.
I don't put a ton of weight on 4-ball wear tests. While they can be a guideline, comparing tiny differences in wear scars is not so valuable because it's well within the lack of repeatability noise.
As usual, bring on the UOA's. I have much more faith in the new SSO!
The largest difference is TBN and detergent/dispersant additive package. 13.2 is pretty healthy for a somewhat light viscosity motor oil.
I don't put a ton of weight on 4-ball wear tests. While they can be a guideline, comparing tiny differences in wear scars is not so valuable because it's well within the lack of repeatability noise.
As usual, bring on the UOA's. I have much more faith in the new SSO!
VOA's will prove interesting or not.......the ashless part is very interesting for a high TBN oil.
The issue with this is the cost jump from the XL up to the SS line. I think they need the middle ground to keep in the fight.
The fact that Series 2000 began 10+ years ago demanded a name change already.
Especially since it's 2007!
As far as Amsoil having 3+ tiers of oil, and a wide variety of "other" oils to select from...is very powerful for the dealer and ultimately the customer. I rarely have people gripe about the selection.... a bit confused, needing help? Sure. That's my job!
As far as Amsoil having 3+ tiers of oil, and a wide variety of "other" oils to select from...is very powerful for the dealer and ultimately the customer. I rarely have people gripe about the selection.... a bit confused, needing help? Sure. That's my job!
I can't wait until this comes out. I will buy caseloads of it.
Oct 1. Plus there should be other viscosities in the pipeline.
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