Is “High Mileage” Motor Oil Safe? Let’s find out! Mobil 1 vs Mobil 1 High Mileage; SuperTech vs STHM
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- Does high mileage oil stop oil leaks? Is it safe to use in your engine? Does it offer better or worse wear protection? Let’s find out by comparing Mobil 1’s full synthetic vs Mobil 1’s “high mileage” full synthetic and SuperTech's full synthetic vs SuperTech's “high mileage” full synthetic motor oil. I always purchase all of the products tested, and thank you for supporting the channel!
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Could you do a differential fluid comparison? Thank you for all you do.
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Thank you very much! I'm glad the reviews are helping people make informed buying decisions!
Um... Everyone. 😉
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I bought a $90 knife sharpener because of this guy. 3 months and yet to use it but I can’t wait 😂
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Too right!
Yes sir
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We must protect this man at all costs. Thank you sir for your unbiased and thorough videos.
You are welcome!
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@@ProjectFarm I always wonder how much time it takes for recording , testing, editing, uploading etc... and what your doing whilest waiting for tests to finish.
For those of you who don’t have time to watch the full vid, stick with a high mileage oil. It’s slightly better based on the test results concluded.
thank you
Meaning putting the "high mileage" rated oils from a manufacturer, even on a new engine?
@@AKS-74U High mileage has additives that causes worn out/heat cycled rubber seals after 100k miles, to swell up. Once you switch to high mileage you cannot switch back. When the swollen plastic seals have regular oil switched, you'll most likely see some leaks due to the shrunken rubber. So if you switch to HM oil, don't switch back.
@@devinlehman8798 This is only partly correct, it depends on the brand and varies engine to engine. Valvoline has stated their HM oil is fine for new engines, while Mobil 1 has stated the opposite (not recommended for new engines with no leaks).
@@AKS-74U It swells the seals - unnecessary on a new engine.
Being in climate that regularly hits -40⁰ F in winter, I'm always interested in the cold weather performance.
So thankful for all the work you put into these tests.
One word Amsoil
@@bigdaddymak1439 Waste of money. Better off using a 0wXX oil when that cold. Amsoil still buying base stock from Mobil.
Brrrrrrrrr! Ouch. Lol.
@@GT-mn3bx Amsoil has three levels of oils. So what if they buy from Mobil where else do you buy that stuff from?? Their signature oil is the best in extreme cold
Pennzoil Ultra is your friend.
Over 75,000 miles is "high mileage"? These oil companies need to get on the level with Japanese cars where anything below 150,000 miles is "low mileage".
Thanks for the feedback.
Sure man you wouldn't buy cars with 150k on them at msrp
But in Japan, they retire vehicles at 50,000 😂 that's the funny part, they engineer stuff to last much longer than the government lets them use it
You do such a great job, and you don’t waste the viewers’ time with a single extra word. You get all the information out very quickly and concisely. Your time and eneregy and knowledge are much appreciated.
Thanks so much!
I work at an auto parts store, so these oil videos and other car related ones have really helped. I recommend the 3M headlight restoration system all the time thanks to you. So, thank you for helping me help my customers make an informed purchase 😊
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing!
It's so nice to have an employee that can give an actual informed product recommendation instead of being clueless and BSing you.
They should pay you for your time to watch Project Farm.
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@@SpaceRanger187 buff with tooth paste. lmao.
I also work at an auto parts store and have been using project farm to recommend stuff to customers!
High mileage oils aren't meant to stop leaks, they're meant to prevent leaks with additive seal conditioners that help the seal stay pliable rather than drying and cracking or become inflexible. If you have a leak it's already too late and you just need a new seal/gasket. This has been my experience at least. In one of my newer KIA engines, using high mileage has actually reduced the oil burning to near nothing. Pretty impressive for the little boost it's supposed to give.
Thanks for the feedback.
Why does it "burn" oil ? Valve stem seals?
@@ProjectFarm Will you please test Halvoline Lifelong Full Synthetic from Walmart? Also oil filters, Bottle Jacks, and ratchets?
But then why are there be a need for high mileage engine oil vs not? Just marketing? If it preventative only, then the needs of an engine at low mileage should be the same as high mileage.
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Hi there! I happen to do laboratory testing on rubber compounds as a career. I noticed when you were testing the hardness of the rubber tire chunks, you left the durometer on the pieces for some time before concluding the value. If you want to get a value that might correlate more closely with other laboratories, ASTM procedure is to press a Shore A durometer (the one featured here) into the specimen and record either the maximum reading or the reading after one (1) second under 1kg (2.2lbs). I’m really sorry if this comes off as condescending, I’m just a fan of the show and it’s exciting to see my job’s work done here.
Thanks for the constructive feedback.
Good thing this isn't an ASTM test but a comparative test, so all that matters is all samples were done as close to the same methods within the scope of this test. Nobody is trying to compare these tests to unrelated tests which is the only point of standards with national or global scope.
It is cool to 1. That PF tests are somewhat close to those of "experts" 2. The "pros" watch PF
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I like how quick, thorough, and straight-to-the-point this guy is with the tests... and also unbiased towards the products which to me gets "the seal of approval" in regards to the attention to details. Well done, sir. 👍
Thanks!
Your testing methods are some of the best out there. Many times I have referenced your videos when picking certain products and so far I have not be let down!
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As a bottom feeder in the car department with cars above 150k I've always wondered this. You add a lot of value to the curious community. Thank you!
I ran a car for 14 years and 312,000 km on normal synthetic with no issues.
You are welcome!
@@spoony8232 312k km is around 200k miles, most cars arent that high but theyre not that rare especially commercial vehicles, 300-500k miles are the rare ones. all depends on how its treated and maintained my suv is at 171k miles(275k km) right now
Bottom feeder checking in
@@spoony8232 yep I would only start using a high mileage if I noticed oil leaks, problem is once you start you can't stop from what I've heard, since you're swelling the seals.
Thanks bro! I'm amazed at the time and thoroughness you put into these tests! most people would never do these nor would they ever Know what the true unbiased results were.. Very densely packed with valuable info! As a long time user of the supertech full synthetic , ive tried the high mileage version from time to time although I never Knew what real,if any benefits it offered...For the record, we have a 94 ford probe gt at 250k mi and a ford focus zetec at over 350k mi , both daily driven... The probe gt has recently started to puff some white smoke, just alittle and briefy during initial startup, probably valve guides... the focus however burns no oil ,no smoke ever and the engine feels like a car with 50k mi on it... oil changes with filter usually done at 5k mi...new sub here!
I don't understand a handful of the tests you run but I've never thought I'd be so interested in watching motor oil testing! Your videos are always enjoyable! First ever test I saw of yours was the portable car starters and I've been hooked ever since!
Thanks for sharing!
Your motor oil tests have been incredibly thorough and informative. Better than anything on the internet and have changed my buying habits. I would love to see oil filters next as there is so much marketing material out there but no true head to head tests. Thanks for everything you do!
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
oil filter shootout would be fantastic
Yes please do this!
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If you do happen to take this on I am curious how premium filters like Amsoil, Napa Gold / Wix, Napa Platinum / Wix XP, Fram Ultra, Mobil 1, Royal Purple compare. Also, would be interesting how premium filters stack up against the budget options like Fram Extra and Super Tech. I am sure others can think of more.
Ozzie’s coffee is a great way for extra channel support since it doesn’t relate to tools in any way so there’s no bias, great video as always Todd.
Until he starts testing coffee lol
Thanks!
It’s also very appreciated that you stuck it at the end of the video, I can’t express enough how annoying advertisements of any kind early or mid through the video just make me want to click off or skip, if people like the content they watch to the end, that’s important since the people who care and want to support will see it (me)
I just went to order some and there's only one blend left. I'm picky about spending on shipping so hopefully all 3 will be in stock soon!
@@andrewk8636 😆
I'm very excited to see this video since I recall being one of the people who suggested it on one of your other oil comparison videos. I always wondered if the high-mileage oils were some kind of gimmick to get more money, but it appears they do perform a little better. I'm glad to see that is the case. I hope it is worth the extra cost.
Thanks for suggesting this video idea. Thanks for the feedback.
I would like to see a comparison test of only high mileage oils to see which one out performs the others.
Pretty sure Amsoil will always win in every situation.
The extent that you go to for us is appreciated!
Thank you very much!
@@ProjectFarm hey Todd, would you consider testing the new Milwaukee "Nitrus" Carbide blades and the "Amped" diablo blades and if there are any equivalents from Lenox etc. Both the metal cutting blades and the multipurpose "Wrecker" blades. Thanks
Been using Mobile One high mileage in my 2005 tacoma ever since it hit 75,000 miles. Its been a great oil. I've got 270,000 miles on it now and it doesn't burn oil and no leaks. Hoping to hit 300,000 in a couple years. Thanks for the great videos. Trust project farm above all the "consumer report" companies.
Knowing Toyota reliability, you've probably got another solid 300k miles in it.
I've been using Mobil 1 for 30+ years. It's top notch.
You are welcome!
Why do people insist on making mobil.. into mobile ?? Its really odd
I have been using Pennzoil high mileage conventional, 370k miles now and doesn't burn a drop
I knew this one would be a HIGH VIEW Number, when i watched it over a month ago, well done, so glad you did it, Thanks a bunch.
You're very welcome!
@ProjectFarm Pennzoil high mileage Platinum is excellent!
Your testing procedures provide very accurate information and I appreciate your efforts to keep your viewers in the know. I've always used used full synthetic oils in my cars since the mid 80's and swear by them, especially Mobil I.
Thanks!
I would love to see a compilation with all your previous oil test results compared on one graph/chart. Always great content, thank you!
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm that would be a fantastic video! Just a general summation of results would be a phenomenal piece of information.
I think it would be very interesting to see a comparison of OEM oils (all the same weight) such as Honda, Mopar, GM, etc., maybe with Mobil 1 or something else thrown in as well. There are some folks that are religious with using OEM oils when it probably isn't necessary.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I will second this great suggestion. I think you have just shown here that high mileage formulas don't do any harm, but they aren't essential either. I have had six Honda V6 vehicles in the past 20 years, changing oil according to the onboard reminders. Our 2006 Odyssey went 200K miles using recommended 5W-20 synthetic blend, and never needed to add oil. A 2013 Accord I drive daily gets the recommended 0W-20 full synthetic. At 125K miles and 10 years, it burns no oil, leaks no oil, runs like new, and gets the same mileage. I see no reason to use high mileage oil!
You can test that not your channel🤡
I've never been an oem oil person, but our Mazda original 0W-30 oem oil IS considerably smoother between the fingers and has lower fuel consumption at new and before change than the generic crap we've endured a few times from our shop. Same car 160000 km and soon five years. The Mazda original stuff is stupid slick with the, very high tech, finger test at least. :P
I think that vid would be cool to see.
I have watched a least 20 of your videos before realizing I’m not even subscribed! Thanks for all you do, just subscribed. You are one of my favorite CZcams channels
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
You are so detailed with your testing and it's enlightening to watch. If you ever did a video on oil filters... that would be awesome to watch. Buying a good oil filter can sometimes be just as confusing as buying good oil.
Thanks for all you do.
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
I'd love to see oil showdown series for gear oil and automatic transmission fluids! I think it would be a hit as everyone seems to be VERY cautious and picky about their transmission fluids..specifically i'd like to see comparisons of the OEM fluids against the other brands that sell advertised equivalents, like Carquest, Valvoline Maxlife, and Amsoil to name a few. Great video as always!
Thank you for the video idea!
I'd appreciate this as well, I use Valvoline maxlife in my Honda and I noticed when comparing it to Hondas OEM fluid it has a slightly lower viscosity, having some Lucas stop slip laying around I put a small amount in to thicken er up
I just drained my manual gear oil on my 08 Ford escape 5 speed 180k..was getting grinding shifting in second when cold out .I used the recommended Ford motorcraft .haven't driven it yet .better work cause them 3 quarts costs 100 bucks
An ATF test would be great but it would be really hard to do. You'd really need multiple cars that take different standards of ATF to do a good test.
Gear/diff oil is a good idea, automatic transmission fuids - not sure there's much of a point. There are so many different transmission designs and fluid specs. While one transmission fluid may function and seem like it's doing well in a certain design, doesn't mean it's going to be the best choice for the long term no matter what cold flow or wear test results return.
Edit: Case in point above, poster is curious on Valvoline Maxlife vs Honda, presumably DW-1. Valvoline has stopped recommending this fluid as a replacement for DW-1 on their compatability chart as of 10/25/22.
As a man who has probably outlived his expiration date I've found the best oil is the one that's on sale that week and just be sure to change your oil regularly.
Obviously they aren’t created equal. Might make sense to buy a better performing oil than save a couple bucks.
Thanks for sharing!
That's what I do. 215000 on a 2002 dodge ram.
@@phxrsx Nope. Just change oil on regular basis. I have put over 200000 miles on at least 3 cars with oil that was on sale. No problems at all.
As long as the oil you buy meets the required spec ex. (ILSAC GF-6A) and you change it on time, you should have nothing to worry about. I always use the severe duty maintenance schedule provided by the manufacturer and never had an engine burn a drop of oil. I am also way past my expiration date.
Excellent information as usual, thanks for taking the time to do this.
Being an engineer in a consumer world, I just love Ozzie's (Todd's) Project Farm reviews. They're very empirical and information packed. When half awake before coffee, I often watch them at .5x or .75x speed to allow them to soak in. After coffee, full speed ahead. Thanks very much Ozzie (Todd)!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Anybody named Todd is a quality person.
Fairly common practice to use diesel oils in gasoline vehicles for the added wear production, I'd love to see some of those brands/models tested.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I’ve recently tried rottella t6 5w30 for my Silverado.
The trouble with diesel oil is it may effect the catalytic converter. The higher zinc levels could Leach into combustion chamber and clog converter.
@@JohnCunningham-sy5ug ah yes my vehicles definitely still have those.
Diesel oils do have higher ZZDP in them, much more so then modern GF6A gasoline oils, but modern diesel oils do not have the same amounts they used to have. Diesel oils may contribute to LSPI in direct injection gas engines as well as contribute to catalytic converter contamination.
I use high mileage oils primarily to expand or enhance the camshaft seal and minimize the chance of oil leaks. Thanks for the video.
In UK we don't have high mileage oils I wonder why
@@HazardXXX maybe you guys just don’t buy into advertising like that. American advertising annoys me with the “super” claims
Great solution to a non-existing problem. Still waiting for my 150k miles Audi to add some black color to the oil, its still brown and transparent 1000 miles after oil change, there should be enough residue inside an engine that old to immediately make the oil black, and there would be on most other cars. People need to stop listening to clowns like Scotty K and start buying decent quality cars, my other cars are both VW and goes 20k miles between oil changes without refill (obviously they needed refíll when they were fairly new, the engines are made that way and consumption stops after 10-40k miles)
@@HazardXXX the UK average mileage per year is approx 6500 compared to usa average miles per year at 14200 the UK average age of vehicle is 8.4 years (53300 miles) compared to USA average age of 12.2 years(173,000 miles). so basically the UK doesnt have old high-mileage vehicles compared to the united states.
@@pflaffik Guess I'm a clown. In the business working on Euro, domestic, and Asian for 33 years and now a tech line. Never cared for the quality of most Euro cars when compared to domestic and Asian. Plastic and gaskets seem to challenge those manufacturers. Love making money on them though.
thanks for doing this study! i always wondered about this as well, its really cool you could do this controlled experiment so everyone else could see, super helpful to us all!
You are welcome! Glad to hear!
Pretty cool results. Before I became an ASE certified mechanic I worked in lube shops so this is neat to see. If you do this again in the future, maybe suspend the O-rings from the top so they're not directly in contact with the glass right above the heating element. That might give a slightly different result. Or not whos knows lol! Always enjoy your videos!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
@Project Farm no problem my friend I appreciate all you do for us CZcamsrs! One thing I've been interested in as of late is, testing the anti-foaming abilities in oils being these newer cars tend to run higher RPM, and hotter etc. A windage tray helps with that but was always curious if conventional vs synthetic etc makes a difference. Just a thought. Thanks buddy
A cool test would be diesel oil vs car oil. Diesel oil doesn't have to protect a catalytic converter and its additive package is very robust to handle soot and high demand diesel engines. Many of us use it in small engines vs the cheap gas engine oil. Great video as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
It's mainly alot more zinc. Good for pushrod engines and would probably do great on the scoring test.
@@ProjectFarm Also, Euro spec oil vs US would be a good one.
That would be a waste test. It’s not like you’ll change cars/engine because diesel oil came out to be better.
@@GlennC789 it would be interesting to see if say a hot air cooled engine run for the same amount of abuse in each oil which one was better. Diesel vs gas oil..The v twin on my big zero turn starts with cold oil is quiet but after you're done working it you can hear each mechanical part 😁
It’s always a good video when he brings back the lubricity tester 😂
Thank you!!
Yeah I love that thing.
A modified version of the ol one arm bandit! lol
I'm always interested to see reviews on Super Tech products as they're what I always use on my vehicles, simply because of the affordability. I regularly drive over 3k miles in a month in my personal vehicle and have to do oil changes often to keep it running smoothly; In the 6+ years that I've used ST oil and filters across several different vehicles and thousands of miles, I've never experienced any issues that could be traced back to or blamed on inferior oil quality (knock on wood).
Thanks for the feedback.
I would love to see a Valvoline oil test for the full syn and high mileage versions. I've switched to Valvoline a few years ago with great results when I noticed Mobil 1 was evaporating 2 quarts over 5k miles and burning darker than it used to. I'd also like to see a battery test between Optima Yellow Top with other hi-po batteries. Great work Ozzie!
Thanks for the video idea.
You’re letting the oil stay in there longer than 5k miles? Holy fuck 😂 nooooooo
@@Namedeeznuts Mobile 1 high mileage I left in my Trailblazer for 20-30k miles. Once the change oil light came on I changed it. I checked my oil often, of course, to ensure it wasn't low. When it was a quart low after around 5-8k miles, I'd add a quart. He tested different oil than I got since it was 15k oil. Most my miles were highway. Prior to switching to the high mile I used the regular 5k mobile 1 and the change oil light would come on around 4k miles. From 220,000 to 316,000 miles the high mileage gave me 20-30,000 miles before the change oil light came on. More city driving the oil broke down more than straight highway. I won't use anything else. Though I would if any gasket in my vehicle has cork gaskets.
@@Namedeeznuts how often do you do an oil change in America?
@@nickgoode8579 3,000 to 5,000 miles isnt an uncommon number to change oil here in the states. Some of us change oil every 3-6 months reguardless of mileage as well.
There are lots of oil leak stoppers and seal rejuvenating products on the market. Would be cool to see a number of them tested scientifically. AT-205 reseal is so far the only product I've used that actually stopped a severe oil leak.
The additives used in high mileage oil do not permanently stop oil leaks, they only have a bit more additive that swells the seals compared to regular motor oil. Also, if the seals are swelled from using high mileage oil, they will likely shrink a bit (causing problems) if you stop using high mileage oil after that.
Thanks for sharing!
LUCAS products work very well to stop leaks
@@mikefoehr235 Yes, but one is gambling on it not plugging up small internal pathways that need to stay open.
@@Mark-rw3kw buy a vehicle that doesn't leak. I have owned 4 Toyotas now and none have ever leaked anything. Cannot say that about Ford and gm.
I did a paper in college about engine oils and interviewed a chemical engineer. I was told high mileage oils contain solvents that soften seals as your tests indicate. However I was also told that extended use causes the seals to soften to the point they fall apart. As an anecdote I knew an oil change tech that put high mileage oil in her new truck since she bought it new and after a few years it leaked from every seal imaginable .
Thank you very much for this comment
So basically switch it up then? Use regular full synthetic oil for a couple of oil changes and then switch to high mileage. Just keep alternating between the two?
@@AustinsCoins That’s what I was thinking.
Very Interesting. Thanks!
@@AustinsCoins I think where most people go wrong is they do not maintain a strict oil change schedule. some people claim you can go 10k miles without changing your oil and I find that to be a total crock of shit. well you can, but you'll likely be left little oil in the engine after 10k miles. change your oil every 5k miles, stick to one brand of oil and a filter and routinely check all your fluids. if properly maintenance your vehicle from new the engine itself should last a very long time.
I have a few vehicles always above 75,000. I always wondered how Mobil 1 high mileage was different the just Mobil 1. I am glad to know that my purchases over the last 15 years plus years have been a correct choice.
Project Farm, I totally appreciate your dedication to these details! And all your reviews.
I always look you up to value my choices of products for my vehicles.
Thanks for all your hard work through the years!
Sincerely, TJ
Thanks and you are welcome!
I have 3 vehicles over 150k miles. I'll be switching to mobile one hm at the spring oil changes
Great job!!! Just started using high mileage mobil 1 in the Pontiac of 2004 with 46,000 miles and no problems. Great job again!!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
The thorough approach down to the little details like swapping the pots in the same order every time is always impressive. The regular Mobil 1 pouring out so slowly was pretty weird, but given that it happened twice, I can't imagine it was any sort of mistake on your end, especially with the track record you have. Another fantastic Project Farm video!
That bottle simply had 5w30 in the thicker range (almost a 40 grade) vs the other oils which were obviously in the thinner scale of 30 and thus, were able to pour sooner. 👍🏼
It was very strange to see the others FINISH before that Mobil 1 even STARTED! 😳🧐🤷🏻♂️
Thanks and you are welcome!
As winter is rolling around it would be nice to see a update on the old battery tests for both car and rechargeables that were laid to fallow. Good tests as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
My god!! You are totally on another level!!
I hope you get many more well deserved subscribers in the New Year to come!!
Happy New Year Project Farm and thank you for every thing and all that you do for us DIY consumers!!
Happy New Year! You are welcome!
This gives me great piece of mind as MB1 HM is what I changed to since it was my best available option for MB1. Thank you for the awesome work, love the videos.
Thanks and you are welcome!
probably the channel with best simple yet technically accurate comparison tests! love this content.
Thanks!
I put on about 250-300 miles a day on my car, I've only ever used mobile one full synthetic with a wix filter. Almost 260k miles and runs strong! I've always loved these comparisons they taught me that you'll spend money on the things you care about that includes oil and filters for me lol
Thanks for sharing.
If you’re driving that much you should either move closer to your job or find a more efficient way to travel. It’s unreasonable to generate that much pollution for one person
@@williambaldwin1707 Taking a plane ever day generates *hell* of a lot more pollution than driving that distance mate. So shush.
In my experience Wix filters are the best filters.
@@williambaldwin1707 He might be transporting cargo for his job lol
The detail(s) used to evaluate so many things is impeccable.
Thank you very much for so many informative videos. Always a pleasure watching them.
Please keep them coming.
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Thanks so much, will do!
I truly appreciate all the hard work and thought that he puts into the videos. The lengths that you go to in order to test all different products shows the dedication you have to bringing us honest reviews of products. The fact that you always reply to almost every comment and always take into consideration what people say makes you genuine and authentic. Which is such a breath of fresh air in a world full of people taking selfies and tik-tok nonsense. Thank you for always keeping it real!
Thanks and you are welcome!
This is why I love this channel. You just can't get this stuff anywhere else lol and the thing is.....I don't think anyone can really argue with the process that these tests are done with.
Great job dude. Never stop doing these tests 👌🏻
Thanks!
Except the flow test seemed flawed. That third pipe appeared to hold the oil back. Once it hit the metal ramp it flowed just as quickly as the others as could be seen by the bubbles. Also, there are many other tests that can and should be done on oils to measure their performance in the following areas:
Oil viscosity and lubricity
Oxidation stability
Acidity and/or alkalinity
Pour, flash and fire point
Soluble and insoluble contaminants
Air release and foaming characteristics
Anti-corrosion and anti-rust characteristics
Anti-wear and extreme-pressure characteristics
Water separability and emulsibility characteristics
Relative cold-weather operating characteristics
@@simonmiller5118 it was fast forwarded
Consumer Reports has entered the chat,...
@@nostradamus7648 lol
Been watching your tests for some time now and I love how thorough you are - what I love even more is how you engage with the community and continuously perfect your craft!
That being said, can we get one on oil filters? 🙃
Thanks for the suggestion.
If you do test oil filters, please include a selection of OEM filters. I suspect that many people want the best oil filter they can get, sO telling them which non-OEM filter is best would just leave them in a dilemma as to whether they should buy that or OEM.
yes, I came here to post a request for oil filter comparisons.
Yes oil filters please
@@ProjectFarm oil filter pls!
I'm always impressed at how much detail you go into all the analysis. Way over my head.
Thank you and Merry Christmas!
I enjoy the facts that comes out of your mouth and the honesty you bring to the table . keep up the good work .
Thanks, will do!
This channel is truly a blessing since I’m just now working on my tool set out of tech school! I watch every video and I am amazed by the actual effort and time put into each and every video, It’s insane! Don’t know if you’ll see this but hope you had a great thanksgiving and thanks for giving us great content!
Great to hear!
So what's on your Project Farm recommendation list...
@@facial210 so far I love the gear wrench ratchet set I bought all 3 of them for under 100 dollars are they are great!! I also bought the Daytona super duty jack from harbor freight! So far they are both great quality.
@@facial210 oh also got a tekton ratcheting wrench set, hasn’t showed up yet but I’m excited to try them out!
@@Zuccleberry I have the Audew 20,000mah jump starter and I use Pennzoil platinum synthetic.
But I have a list for motorcycle tools and it's
Anything-
VIM Tools
Knipex
Wera
Here is the wishlist
711L EDC Ratchet. Amazon. W nM torque ad
--WERA Hex + Allen wrench set--
--WERA Tool Check Plus& 8008A Ratchet dieZelle57--
WERA Turbo
WERA Zyklops metric
Knipex Twin Grip pliers
--Knipex Cobra XS pliers--
Hazet 4pc Adapter set
Klein 65200 bit ratchet set
VIM RFBK400 long handle mini ratchet
VIM ujet swivel adapters
VIM VHC77 set is 🙂 nice
Olsa Gearless Ratchet
VIM TOOLS DD3 3/8" DUAL DRIVE MICRO RATCHET
Love the oil comparison videos great work as always i think this like the only channel on youtube who takes the time to go through everything and be consistent and dude literally thinks of everything
Thank you very much!
I love watching your videos you give real data and help me make well informed purchasing decisions
First "Jeremy's Razors," and now Ozzie's Coffee. Good to see some more homegrown brands sprouting up from folks who we actually want to support! As always, the oil analysis was spot-on too.
Thanks!
Love your content man , i cant stress enough how much of a help you are for DIYers like myself, keep up the great work and I hope to see more content . one of my requests are a review of the black and decker combi drill , it had different attachments to use , please give it a review thanks!
Thank you very much for the positive feedback! It means a lot to me!! Also, thank you for the video idea!
I love these oil comparison videos! I would like to see a comparison of different viscosity oil like 0W30, 5W30, 10W30, 10W30, 10W40, 2W50, etc.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Second this. Seeing 0w30 vs 5w30 flow rates would be nice. Same as viscosity results.
Project Farm's assessments always correlate with mine (sometimes we're BOTH surprised, like with Turtle Wax ceramic) He knows what he's doing! In those occasions where I don't know which product is the best deal, I know exactly where to find the most well-thought out, thorough, and grueling tests on CZcams. Right here! Before I watch this vid, I'm a devoted user of this Supertech high-mileage synthetic (and Restore additive) for my perfect running 240k+ GMC Envoy 5.3 V8. I'm sure you're already subscribed, but don't forget to 'Like' his great work!
Your oil testing videos are your best! Thanks for all your content.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I can't believe how far you've gone, congratulations! This one surely brings back memories to the early days, and probably one of the oldest PF test rig right there.
Thanks!
The original oil comparison series was great and really opened my eyes about the different oils out there. I really enjoyed this refined head to head test. The Amazon Basic and Supertech have been my go to for quite some time as I have 5 cars and multiple small engines to keep up with and price is a factor.
Thanks for sharing!
Kirkland oil (Costco) is also made by the same company and can usually be had cheaper for the same oil when its onsale.
@@mimibuick ..that's what I have heard, also..but there's not a Costco around here within a hundred miles or more...there's at least 10 Walmart's within a 50 mile radius....
@@dyer2cycle sounds about right. My area has like 20+ Walmarts and only 2 Costco locations. Costco is reserved for bigger cities for sure
I have been using Supertech for all my cars as well but nowadays price has shot up to over 20$ per 5 quartz. Last years it was around 17$ and I actually got 4 for 3 of my cars. Now cost 4$ more in 2022.
Awesome information! Thanks for taking the time to share it with us! Sincere regards!
Thanks and you are welcome!
I swear this is one of the best channels on CZcams. the amount of stuff he tests, is WILD. from jeans, to oil, to leaf blowers and floor jacks lmaoo. love it!!!
Thanks!
Given the increasing reliance on oil's hydraulic properties, an additional suite of tests measuring changes in that property after heating/freezing would be a great addition to these fantastic videos.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Dude is really good at what he does,keep up the great work it's greatly appreciated....
Thanks, will do!
Thanks again Sir. I love this test and look forward to saving money now. I always wondered about the high mileage oil and this test was amazing.
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This channel and digital foundry are some of the best channels out there for the consumer
Thanks!
I'm sure you've had it suggested but air compressor oils would be interesting to see tested. Especially synthetic vs conventional. Good work as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
I would not recommend this but I put only Marvel Mystery Oil in my 5 HP Sears air compressor 40 years ago and it’s still going strong. Never added or or changed it. I built 2 airplanes with it. Love your show.
@@dalecombs9706 i’m also a pilot and what airplane? i’m so interested in your experiences.
@@StBeter-tc2te RV-4 and several rebuild projects-good luck it’s an amazing experience
@@dalecombs9706 marvel air tool oil has kept my tools and others from breaking or being ruined by water in the line. Tons of times I've used it to free up frozen/dried up air tools. Miracle stuff. Seen mystery oil free up oil rings on cars 90+ years old.
Love this channel. As an appliance tech of 25 years, your tool comparison videos are incredibly helpful!
Thanks! Glad to hear!
@@ProjectFarm Video suggestion; Different wire splicing methods. Wire nuts, butt connectors, soldering and such.
Always great information! Thank you! You should be paid big$$$ for what you do!
Thanks!
I really appreciate your approach. I don't want to speak for all of CZcams but I think we would like to see a comparison of oil filters on the project farm!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
You do such great vids. You care about being fair, non bias, and open-minded. Your tests are as fair as possible. Love the vids
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@@ProjectFarm is it possible that synthetic oil's detergent content eats up additives like engine restore's ability to fix issues?
blah blah blah, this has been said thousands of times
@@BikerJim74 ok, so don't be a douche and don't respond?
@@BikerJim74 then why are u here? U should be busy creating new, informative videos on your channel and providing the results to an audience for free. All at your own expense. Lots of great educational videos on your channel already i see...🤨
"Ella" 😂
Gonna just post here that I find this video super valuable before even watching it because EVERY OTHER VIDEO you post has been. Thank you!
Awesome! Thank you!
Wow, Im glad I took my father in law’s advice. He recommended Mobile 1 FS oil when I purchased my 4th gen Ram 1500 Laramie (4x4 5.7H). The manufacturer recommended FS but it was just a matter of what brand, Im glad I listened to him. She still purrs like a kitten with 190k miles. Thanks for the test & upload, I learned a lot about the oil I use.
You are welcome!
Been using Mobil 1 high mileage on both of my vehicles for a very long time. This video definitely helps a lot choosing the right or best oil.
Another solid video. Can't thank you enough for putting in so much effort into these videos!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Thank you so much for providing bias free data driven evaluations. Am a patron supporter and feel it’s worth more than a consumer reports subscription. I have been watching for a few years keep up the good work. Maybe an cabin filter and air filer test and a value wiper test as suggestions.
Thanks for supporting the channel and for the video ideas!
I was just buying oil for my next change last week and just by chance I bought the one that seemed to do very well, the SuperTech HM 5-20 for my over 150K Crown Victoria. I've been using it in regular changes about every 2 1/2 months and I like that the oil doesn't hardly seem to get 'dirty'. It stays that pretty golden color when you check it. Slightly darker when draining but still not the night black I used to see from other oils I used before (STP? I think) Anyway, thanks for an informative vid that answers concisely the exact questions I had standing in front of the oil racks at my local supplier.👍
You are welcome!
I run 5w 30 in the 2004 Victoria and it ran really well.
Holy cow!
You have almost 3M subs!!!
Congratulations!!
Thanks!
I have been using Mobil 1 for many years now at the suggestion of a mechanic. Literally every time I go buy oil I have these two questions about SuperTech vs Mobil One given the price, and high mileage vs regular! Thank you Sir.
My pleasure!
I just bought Supertech for the first time. I'm not doing any extended drain intervals on this vehicle (GDI, turbocharged), so I think/hope they will perform equivalently.
@@ProjectFarm Wow, I bet so many actual tribologists could learn so much from you and your science! I'd love to see an oil you formulate!
This guy is a national treasure
Nice to be exposed to something real and honest Bless you
Thanks so much!
Under normal, highway type of driving, the walmart full synthetic gives great protection. I live near Batavia, NY, and temps right around Christmas were 0F. I run the Plain old super tech in my 2019 Silverado, and I've never heard a knock at startup. Out of curiosity, I've opened a container of the oil at those temps, and it flows just as nicely as it does at 70F. Changing your oil BEFORE percentage reaches zero life remaining is key. I change my oil @ 40% life remaining. Most of my driving is highway. Switching to the high mileage might offer a modicum of extra protection, so super tech HM here I come. My truck has about 80,000 miles on it now, and I want it to last into retirement which is less than 2 years away.
I love the video, and how you edit straight to the important bits. ✌
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Way back in the 1980s, I got sent to northern Canada as an exchange officer. That first winter was a learning experience for me. The first time it went below -30 overnight, my car would not start in the morning. I had conventional motor oil. So I switched to full synthetic oil right after that, and it always started after that, except one time that my battery was to blame. I have always used full synthetic since then. I also change the oil every 5000-6000 miles, even though the oil advertises it will last 10,000 miles. And I've never had an engine wear out or start burning oil since then.
Thanks for sharing.
Very interesting results! I've been using supertech for years with a quart of Lucas oil synthetic stabilizer. I noticed a difference in how smooth the engine runs but wonder how much of a difference in performance it provides. Keep up the great work! 👍
Thanks, will do!
I remember when STP came out with25,000 mile oil it was all my Dad ran in his Datsun pickup. He started noticing it was vanishing so he bought cases whenever he found it. When he would change his oil it was slightly dark but never dirty. He figured it was so good that it threatened other oils.
Interesting
Mobil 1 when it was first introduced in the early 70's was rated for 25,000 miles. The auto industry and the oil industry raised a big fuss about it and that it would cost dealers and service stations money. ( Source- My dad was SAE Lube engineer for Sinclair and BP and friends with the folks at Mobil that developed Mobil 1. He was later VP of Sales for BP NA. )
Mobil 1 had a 20,000 mile oil a few years ago, but it was expensive and didn’t sell. People who change their own oil didn’t want it, and lube shops definitely didn’t!
Funny how that works. It's just a money maker but, 99% of people aren't smart enough to realize that. My dad did oil changes every 30k on his vans. When he sold his one van it had 580k. Engine was never opened and ran like new. He did 170k on his box truck. There was no sludge. That truck has 250-300k miles and has never had an issue. There is a website for a million mile Ford van. It did almost 1.3 million until the oil pump seized. Engine was untouched. A couple of times he did 55k on oil and, it still did just shy of 1.3 million.
@@karlhopkins713 I have a Ford Fusion plug-in hybrid with 120k miles that has had 5 oil changes in its life (I've historically gone by when it tells me to change it as the manual tells you to do). So that's about 25k on average (but about 30% of that is EV miles) but she does consume oil now though, about a half quart every thousand miles. So it's making me wish I would have changed it more and not trusted the manual. But it's not the end of the world. I'll go about 10k or less now I think. I have a 2005 Escape Hybrid that consumes about the same but with nearly 300k miles (and it always has consumed a bit).
An employee of Walmart once told me that the Walmart Supertech brand is usually Catrol or Mobile one oils. Just like the auto parts store as well. The question is which manufacturer wins the contract usually per year so the store can make a profit. Store brand maybe brand name asca generic label. This maybe the case here. Great testing. Thanks for all you do. Happy New Year to you and your family as well as your viewers.
I started using Pennsoil Platinum High Mileage Synthetic 0w-20 oil in my 2015 Lexus RX350 with 166K miles with no issues. Pennsoil synthetic oils are the cleanest of all oils.
I've been using the Mobil 1 High Mileage in my car for a while now, so nice to know it actually has some tangible benefits! Too bad the car is rusting away to nothing, but at least the engine runs. Thanks for the info!
The high mileage and seal conditioning aspect is STILL questionable, even after all these tests. Doesn’t prove jack. The lab results are all “within the noise” and also don’t show the high mileage oil as being LOADED with extra additives.
I’ve never used a high mileage oil in any of my engines. Even the one with 350,000 miles on it. I replace seals when they leak. 🤷🏻♂️
Use old oil and preshure washer to prevent rusting
As a user of both brands and specifically a user of Supertech HM in my 230k Subaru, I found this interesting. Thanks for the testing!
Thanks and you are welcome!
HEY! I have a subaru as well. fairly new still -- 30k miles, no issues yet! At what odometer did you start using HM oil? I know the jug says 75k miles, but is there any downside into using HM oil at, let say, 50k? probably a silly question, but I thought id ask
@@MarksTech I can't imagine any detrimental effects of using it in a younger or lower mileage engine, but I don't think a high milage formulation is even worthy of considering until 80k+. I starting using it long ago, but surely not that early. I wouldn't stress to much.
@@DrewMestel gotcha, thanks for the reply 🙏
I wish I had two extra hands so I could give at least four thumbs up regarding all of the project farm videos. I really appreciate all the hard work that goes into these videos. One of the finest channels on CZcams😊
Wow, thank you!
Hi! So I got caught up on your CZcams wormhole and you make really great videos so it was really hard to stop watching lol. There was one videos I haven't seen while scrolling and I'm trying to wonder why. Anyways can you make a COOLANT video? 👀
You always say to suggest a video at the end of your videos and I was recently buying coolant so I figure I'd throw this idea your way 😂.
Love your videos and keep killing it. I also know making videos is soooo time consuming but youre doing a great job and really appreciate the info you've been putting out there 😁🤘🏽
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Thanks for another great video, Todd. My car is an '07 Civic, and has 318,000km on it (almost 200k miles), so I found this video very helpful and informative 👍
My pleasure!
I love your oil testing videos. There is one variable I think that's missing. When you do the film strength test, what would happen if you have the oil heated on the burner while grinding away at the pin? Cold oil and hot oil have different viscosities and therefore different characteristics in terms of protection.
Thanks! Thanks for the constructive feedback.
A really nice job that most people will learn a lot about oils. Thank you
Thanks and you are welcome!