So what exactly is TractorLife.com, and what oils

[Shannow]

carry the "TractorLife.com authenticated trademark" ?

Is there a bottle/jug/drum pic showing the label ?

http://www.tractorlife.com/authenticated-requirements/

Quote:
Authenticated Program Requirements


The fluid contains an additive package that Lubrizol has formulated;
Lubrizol has test results demonstrating that Lubrizol’s additive package when properly blended with appropriate base oils will meet current OEM credentials;
The finished fluid manufacturer has been provided with information regarding the base oils and formulations covered by Lubrizol’s testing;
Lubrizol has not been notified of any change in formulation, base oil or blending process for the fluid.


Quote:
Disclaimer: Lubrizol’s TractorLife.com Authentication list and mark are not representations or warranties of finished fluid performance.


Starting to sound a little flakey here...

But at least we know that
Cen Pe Co
Co-op
D-A Lubricant Company
Petro Canada
Primrose
Royal MFG
Royal Oil Company
Schaeffers
Texas Refinery Corp

carry this renowned certification (that does not imply meeting any levels of performance)

 

[Shannow]

Given that the above post was independently moderated before being allowed to post to this sub-forum...

Who was the authoriser of my post ?

 

[Virtus_Probi]

Looks like it's just a Lubrizol website...they came up with a standard that basically just requires that one of their add packs is used?

 

[Shannow]

Yeppers...

 

[dnewton3]

This is a new venture for us.

There has been discussion about the "yellow pale" (old 303 type) lubes and our sponsor wants to host a very narrow, limited sub-section to help clarify this topic and subsequent questions. All posts will be first content-reviewed by them for applicability to the topics of tractor fluids.

Any site rules (and such) are still moderated by we BITOG mods.

 

[SuperSalad]

I'm confused here too. So they are issuing this "Authentication" with the idea of their data backing up the performance, yet offer no guarantee of performance. So do they have no confidence in the data? Without any liability, what is the point beyond collecting a "authentication fee" and/or guaranteeing additive sales for compliance?

So what does the authentication offer the customer other than assuring Lubrizol additive were used with no performance guarantee?

The "Five Reasons to be Confident" all appear to just be stock footage of agricultural tractors working with a voice-over saying everything is great, yet nothing to actually indicate the performance level in those 5 areas.

 

[Lubrizol]

Thanks for asking about Tractorlife.com and Authenticated fluids. It sounds like you’ve taken the time to look around the site, which we appreciate.

For tractor owners and operators, choosing the right hydraulic fluid that provides the best possible tractor performance and part protection can be confusing. Unlike engine oils, there is no governing body such as API, ILSAC or ACEA that sets specification standards of tractor hydraulic fluids (THF). Therefore, consumers are often forced to trust marketing claims and word of mouth to choose the right products. Some of these claims can be misleading. So much so that American states such as Missouri and Georgia have banned products that are labeled solely as meeting the dated John Deere 303 specification. These products are often very poor quality and can cause equipment damage.

We don’t hide the fact that we believe that farmers deserve the best. TractorLife.com takes the guesswork out of choosing a quality fluid. The site is full of videos and articles that educate consumers about the benefits of high-quality fluids. We’ve highlighted each of the participating lubricant companies and the brands/products they offer that carry the Tractorlife.com Authenticated mark. On each customer page you will be able to view product data sheets and then visit their website to learn more about the Authenticated products they offer.

To be certified as a TractorLife.com Authenticated fluid, the additives in these products must be formulated by Lubrizol. While consumers aren’t typically familiar with Lubrizol, we’re known by the best oil marketers in the lubricant industry for our high-quality additives that are rigorously tested for maximum tractor performance and part protection.

Thanks for taking an interest in Tractorlife.com. We always appreciate the opportunity to increase awareness about the importance of higher quality fluids that minimize downtime and reduce costly repairs.

 

[SuperSalad]

Originally Posted By: Lubrizol
Unlike engine oils, there is no governing body such as API, ILSAC or ACEA that sets specification standards of tractor hydraulic fluids (THF). Therefore, consumers are often forced to trust marketing claims and word of mouth to choose the right products. Some of these claims can be misleading.

But without any data, this appears to be just another marketing claim. The difference with API, ILSAC, or ACEA is that the specifications and performance requirements are known and published.

The TractorLife.com authentication may be the greatest performance spec ever created, but without knowing what kind of performance is needed to qualify, how would the customer know that?

 

[Shannow]

Originally Posted By: MotoTribologist

The TractorLife.com authentication may be the greatest performance spec ever created, but without knowing what kind of performance is needed to qualify, how would the customer know that?


And by definition, the tractor fluids of other reputable manufacturers are automatically excluded from the quality standard.

Removing "Yellow Pail" from the shelves is sound...but claiming a certification programme that excludes other reputable manufacturers some could consider a bit disingenuous.

 

[Amersham]

Hi, I've posted a question in the tractor section about detergents and dispersants being found in our tractor transmission/hydraulic oil, why would they be there? Nothing approaching an answer specific to the question yet. Could you guys enlighten us?

 

[CT8]

Buying a well known name brand with the proper specs is a good start to a quality lube.