What Kind of Transmission Fluid Do I Need? John Baker| Finding out what kind of transmission fluid you need can be a challenge. Take a look at just a few of the dozens of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) specifications on the…
How Does a Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) Work?
The Function of a Dual-Clutch Transmission Market Technology before it’s ready! John Baker|Jan 02, 2020 11:43 AM A dual-clutch transmission (DCT) is synonymous with high performance. Compared to a traditional automatic transmission, it delivers… Faster, smoother shifts Increased fuel economy…
ILSAC GF-6, API SP & dexos: Making Sense of New Oil Specs.
Understanding dexos, GF-6, API SP: New Oil Specifications Andy Arendt|May 01, 2020 7:41 AM As engine-operating conditions grow more severe, so do the demands placed on your motor oil. Hence the need for updated oil specifications, like ILSAC GF-6, API…
Weaver Customs: Dedicated Restomod Builders
WEAVER CUSTOMS: DEDICATED BUILDERS Award-winning car builders Randy and Sydney Weaver put in the long hours required to take projects from ordinary to extraordinary. Their hard work has paid off. Founders of Weaver Customs in West Jordan, Utah, Randy and Sydney…
NEW 5W-30 VISCOSITY JOINS SYNTHETIC SMALL-ENGINE OIL FAMILY
NEW 5W-30 SMALL-ENGINE OIL All Season Available Oct. 1, new Commercial Grade 5W-30 Synthetic Small-Engine Oil (AES) rounds out the synthetic small-engine oil family. It’s recommended primarily for snowblowers and generators, bringing the excellent benefits of AMSOIL Synthetic 5W-30 Small…
Prioritize your time to grow your business
Prioritize your time to grow your business Identify where your talent is best applied and focus your approach. Dan Peterson | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, DEALER SALES AND MARKETING An independent AMSOIL Dealership can grow into something of significant value, but…
Small engine won’t start? Identifying the Cause.
Small engine won’t start? Bad gas is the number-one reason, and here’s how to prevent it. Len Groom | TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER, POWERSPORTS In northern Minnesota, where I live, the temperature occasionally breaks 80ºF (27ºC) in the summer. When it…
Does Dark Motor Oil Mean It’s Bad?
What Your Motor Oil Color Means Color in general shouldn’t indicate any immediate action without an oil analysis test to validate anything out of the ordinary. While color could indicate an issue, keep in mind oil that appears ‘bad’ has…