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Steve Goodier
Director of Technology
Castrol
(800) 777-1466
Steven is an engineering graduate of Salford university (UK), and has spent his career working with engines of one type or another. After graduation, Steven spent several years working in the...more»»
Feel free to ask Steve questions relating to fluid requirements in the refuse industry that include Engine Oil, Hydraulic Fluids, Greases, Transmission Fluid, Coolants, and Gear Oils.
EthosFR
Posted by Jean from Claremont Meadows, OT, AU on May 21, 2007
Is it safe to add EthosFR to engine oil? I am sure that you have heard about this product, if not visit their web site: www.ethosFR.com than give the answer.
Supplemental oil additives are never advised to be added to ANY lubricant. Modern lubricants are a careful balance of components to protect from wear, control deposits and heat. Adding a little more anti wear, or more soot handling dispersant usually has undesirable effects on other aspects. e.g. more antiwear can create more piston deposits and poison exhaust catalysts.
We are constantly looking at innovative new components to add to the engine oil, and often include these in some of our fully finished formulas.
BioBlend Greases
Posted by John from Houston, TX, US on May 21, 2007
We recently had a sales rep. from BioBlend greases stop by. Theya re made from organic plant derived oils. He claimed they reduce wear on all parts and lasted much longer (4X) than regular grease. Any experience and is it worth the extra price (2x)?
Bio derived greases and oils are of a great deal of interest at the moment. Currently the main advantage of all such bio derived products is their effect on the environment, by using less of the valuable and finite sources.
We have had experience of bio greases and found that it is possible to boost the performance upto that of a low tier lithium complex grease, but the inherant poor oxidation stablity of a bio grease limits its performance to that level.
Oil Additives
Posted by Rock on May 16, 2007
Have you any information on XenTx oil additives
Supplemental oil additives are never advised to be added to ANY lubricant. Modern lubricants are a careful balance of components to protect from wear, control deposits and heat. Adding a little more anti wear, or more soot handling dispersant usually has undesirable effects on other aspects. e.g. more antiwear can create more piston deposits and poison exhaust catalysts.
Semi synthetic engine oils
Posted by John from Morristown, NJ, US on May 8, 2007
What advantages will I see from using semi synthetic engine oils?
Semi synthetic engine oils differs from conventional (mineral) oils, in that they contain a percentage of synthetic base oils. These oils allow the lubricants to perform better in extreme conditions and longer in normal conditions. This will result in longer oil drain potential for most applications.
TES-295 Approved Products
Posted by Joleen from Albany, NY, US on May 8, 2007
When should I use a TES-295 approved product in my Allison Transmission?
This product is formulated to provide optimum performance and durability for your transmission.
TES-295 products allow the longest recommended drain interval time for Allison Transmissions.
A listing of TES-295 approved lubricants can be found on Allison Transmission's website
