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Just Say No to Aftermarket Additives
The performance benefits of
aftermarket additives are mostly unsubstantiated
AMSOIL has long discouraged motorists from using any kind of aftermarket
lubricant additive. After all, AMSOIL synthetic lubricants use the finest
quality synthetic basestocks and additive systems. AMSOIL's response to the
question "Should aftermarket additives or aftermarket products be added to
AMSOIL motor oils?" is " No, you don't need them. AMSOIL motor oils are
formulated under the strictest quality control standards to provide superior
lubrication performance. Additives cost money and only detract from the
quality of AMSOIL motor oils." Additionally, not only do they detract from
the quality of the motor oil, but they can also be damaging to your engine.
A perfect example of why AMSOIL discourages use of aftermarket additives is
the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) recent lawsuit against zMax auto
additives, seeking to halt false and misleading advertising and gain
refunds for customers who purchased the products. According to the FTC, the
enhanced performance benefits zMax claims its products provide are totally
unsubstantiated, and in the same tests cited to support performance claims,
motor oil treated with zMax actually produced more than twice as much
bearing corrosion than motor oil by itself. They further allege that the
three different zMax products- an engine additive, a fuel line additive and
a transmission additive- are nothing more than tinted mineral oil.
The complaint states that since at least May of 1999, zMax has aired
infomercials promoting its "Power System", a $39 package of three additives
to be used in the engine, fuel line and transmission of automobiles. The
infomercials are quite convincing, even going as far as featuring
testimonials from various consumers and race car drivers making such claims
as, "I was averaging about 22 miles to the gallon on the highway. I
installed the zMax and so I jumped right up to about 28 miles per gallon"
and "zMax guarantees a minimum of 10% gas mileage increase." Other
advertising claims "zMax with LinKite has the scientific, CRC L38 proof it
takes you car to the Max!" and 'Why zMax Works- Cuts carbon build-up on
valve stems 66%; Lowers wear on valve stems 66%; Lowers wear on piston
skirts 60%; Reduces blow-by leakage 17.7%; Increases combustion efficiency
9.25%; Lowers fuel consumption 8.5%- results of an independent CRC L38
test."
The CRC L38 test is a standard auto industry test which measures the bearing
corrosion protection properties of motor oils. According to the complaint,
in early 1997 an independent testing facility performed two CRC L38 tests of
the zMaz products. The results showed motor oil treated with zMax additives
produced more than double the bearing corrosion as motor oil alone.
According to the FTC, the defendants eliminated the bearing corrosion
results, as well as all other negative results, to produce one "report" from
the two sets of tests, using this "report" in its infomercials and on its
website.
The FTC charge alleges that zMax did not possess and rely on reasonable
substantiation fro the following product claims:
increases gas mileage by a minimum of 10%, reduces engine wear, reduces or
eliminates engine wear at startup, reduces engine corrosion, extends engine
life and reduces emissions.
The FTC also alleges that the defendants falsely represent that the results
of the CRC L38 test prove that zMax:
increases gas mileage, reduces engine wear, extends engine life, lowers fuel
consumption by 8.5%, lowers wear on valve stems by 66%, lowers wear on
piston skirts by 60% and cuts carbon build-up on valve stems by 66%
Finally, the FTC charges that zMax does not have substantiation for the
representation that the testimonials and endorsements shown in the zMax
advertising are "the actual and current opinions, findings, beliefs, and/or
experiences of those consumers; and typical or ordinary experience of
members of the public who use the product."
The lawsuit against zMax is the latest in a long line of FTC charges against
auto additive manufacturers. The FTC has previously halted allegedly
deceptive advertising by the marketers of Dura Lube, Motor Up, Prolong,
Valvoline, Slick 50, STP and other major brands of engine treatment systems.
End of Article
Here is my professional opinion as a Lubrication
Specialist and Truck/Automotive Engineer (not only is it my opinion but it
is my opinion backed by proven scientific research and testing by some of
the worlds best chemists and engineers):
Stay away from all
aftermarket additives!
You simply do not need them and you surely don't need the problems they may
cause with your engine. If your still not convinced then think about this
statement:
The major oil companies, including AMSOIL, are staffed with the, bar none,
some of the best chemists, scientists and engineers the world has to offer.
Now, don't you think that if they determined that their motor oil was
lacking an additive that they would blend it in their additive package? They
obviously have the technology and resources and the financial backing to do
it. Then why don't they? The answer is simple: They are not needed!
How can it be that some fly by night additive manufacturer can have a
miracle, cure-all additive without knowing the chemistry of the oil it will
be used in? The answer is, they don't. They simply are out to get your money
by using false and deceptive advertising to appeal to your desire to have
what they are selling in your engine. They are masters at marketing, not
science chemistry and engineering and I would equate them to nothing more
than snake oil companies. Thank goodness for the FTC that is actually doing
what it is supposed to be doing; protecting the consumer and going after
these companies and hopefully put them out of business.
AMSOIL is the undisputed leader in
synthetics.............
Since
1972, AMSOIL
Synthetics have proven to be the BEST.
AMSOIL also engineers and manufactures Ea Oil
Filters with Nanofiber Technology which have a 25,000 mile/1-year service life as well as
specialized filtration systems for commercial and fleet
applications in cars and light, medium and heavy trucks which
can filter particles down to less than one micron (a standard
full flow oil filter can only filter to 20-25 microns, and at
a reduced efficiency) making oil changes virtually
unnecessary and virtually eliminating engine wear.
These filters have been proven by millions of miles of
over-the road trucks, construction equipment and fleet
service.
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AMSOIL saves you time and money.
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The only 25,000 mile/one- year and 35,000/one-
year motor oil in the world.
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Exceeds the most stringent performance
specifications of all major U.S. and foreign automotive and truck
manufacturers.
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Provides up to two-times the wear protection of
other motor oils.
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Increases the life of your vehicle.
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Improves performance, fuel economy and
efficiency.
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Diesel oil and filtration products designed to
deliver 1,000,000 miles for over-the-road trucks before engine overhaul.
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Used by many national racing teams, fleets,
police departments, construction firms and trucking companies.
Twin City Synthetics, LLC is comprised of a group of highly skilled team of Engineers and Lubrication and
Filtration Specialists. You too, can join our group when you become an AMSOIL
Dealer and take advantage of all that we offer as you use products in your own
vehicles or begin your own AMSOIL business. You won't find a more knowledgeable
and skilled group of Dealers anywhere which is very important when you need
support as you build your business.
In addition, as a Dealer in our group you will receive exclusive unlimited
product, technical and business support from the only group of Truck and
Automotive Engineers and Lubrication Specialists on the net.
We do not only run our business on the internet. We also have numerous
commercial, industrial, trucking, excavating, construction, logging, police,
racing and many more accounts that we support and service on a regular basis. We
have several fully stocked warehouses and fully equipped shop facilities. This
provides us with excellent knowledge of the products, equipment and the business
and the ability to respond immediately to any of your needs.
We will use this
knowledge and experience to help you get started so you too can achieve your
goals.
We possess the skills, desire and knowledge to answer questions, solve problems,
improve efficiency, reduce downtime, maintenance costs and increase the
durability and life of all of your vehicles.
Read what our satisfied customers have to say about us. Read through our
website. Contact us with any questions. If you decide to become an AMSOIL Dealer
you will be joining, in our opinion, the most skilled AMSOIL group there is. We
will help you get started and provide you with the tools and information in
order to be successful in this business or with technical and product assistance
to use AMSOIL products in your own vehicles.
We offer several options to receive information on AMSOIL. We welcome the
opportunity to work with your personally as your servicing AMSOIL Dealer. Our
AMSOIL Dealer Group is led by a Truck/Automotive Engineer and Lubrication
Specialist with over 20 years experience. This exceptional benefit is
unavailable elsewhere.
Please, email us at
cj.morrell@usfamily.net and
we will send you an exclusive
comprehensive package of product, technical and business information.
If you are
serious about AMSOIL products and the business opportunity this is the best
option. You will receive extensive technical and business support from both
myself and my Direct Jobber, a Detroit, Michigan Truck/Automotive Engineer and
Lubrication Specialist with over 20 years experience. We look forward to helping
you learn about AMSOIL.
Or for a smaller, very general information package (which includes a catalog and
Dealer application) you can request information via any of the links below.
To request a FREE Factory Direct Catalog
For Information on Becoming an AMSOIL Dealer
To Buy AMSOIL Products in the AMSOIL On-Line Store
To Sell AMSOIL in Your Store or Purchase For Use in
Your Businesses Equipment
To visit the AMSOIL Corporate Website for Product
and Business Opportunity Information
AMSOIL is Proudly Made in the U.S.A.
AMSOIL is America's Oil.
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Cliff and Sue Morrell
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Cottage Grove, MN 55016
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