Most common differences between Gasoline and Diesel engine oils
Scott Ekas Just like your putter and driver, diesel and gas engines are different, and they require different oil.
February 2024
Nitrite free antifreeze explained
We know, there are now 300 billion different antifreezes out there – that makes things simple, huh? Here’s what’s up with the nitrite free version. This story is rooted in…
Lubricants used in Space
So you want to build that rocket you’ve been dreaming of? Do it! According to the super nerds that study lubricant applications for space travel, know that space travel has…
Whats the composition of crude oil?
Dead dinosaurs, pressure and time. Put ‘em all together for a gazillion years and BAM, you got crude, baby!
Bentonite Grease Explained
It’s like your wife’s weird cousin that you only see once every 5 years. You’re not really sure what’s up with him; if, when and where he works. If that…
Viscosity Chart Explained
It’s that chart every oil nerd pulls out when someone says “is AW-46 hydraulic the same viscosity as a 30W motor oil”? Viscosity charts are used to determine whether or…
Open Gear Lube – what is it?
Open gears… both ugly and beautiful – like that toothless, super sweet rescue dog your gal saved from death row. Open gear lube is just ugly. Effective, but ugly. Since…
Why use an oil analysis program?
Your doctor looks at bloodwork to see what’s happening inside your body, right? It makes sense, analyzing your blood can give an indication of problems that you can’t see. Oil…
Biodegradability explained
You deleted the emissions system from your GMC..the ozone layer called and said thanks. Can you at least use biodegradable lubes on the bridge your building to access your new…
Why does gear oil smell like rotten eggs?
Oh yea, ever gotten some gear oil on your boots, and then in your truck? That nasty rotten-egg aroma never disappears and usually gets stronger when you turn up the…