Category: Engine Builders

Do Older Engines Need Oil With ZDDP Additives?

John BakerJohn Baker|

Using a high-zinc oil with a high dose of ZDDP additives helps protect classic car and hot rod engines. AMSOIL Z-ROD® Synthetic Oil contains 1,400 ppm zinc.



AMSOIL Helps Awaken 500+ HP Cummins 4BT Engine

John BakerJohn Baker|
Kenny Hauk dynos a Cummins 4BT

We help Kenny Hauk’s crew turn a stock 105-hp Cummins 4BT engine into a 500-hp powerplant for his latest build.



What is Assembly Lube?

John BakerJohn Baker|
Building engine with Assembly Lube

Assembly lube must serve three functions: stay in place where applied, protect against wear and allow the motor oil to flow properly at start up.



From Farm Field to Showroom: Ford F1 “Friction”

Lindsay TousignantLindsay Tousignant|

Weaver Customs’ 1950 Ford F1 truck, dubbed “Friction,” has been through its paces. Randy Weaver decided to give it one final “killer” rebuild.



Championship Engine Builder Trusts Only AMSOIL

John BakerJohn Baker|
Jesse Prather

Jesse Prather has tried a lot of racing oils during his 40 years in the business, and AMSOIL synthetic motor oil has earned his trust. Why? Find out here.



2019 AMSOIL Engine Masters Challenge Wrap-up

Jacob RaddatzJacob Raddatz|

Patrick Blair returned to Engine Masters Challenge after 11 years away and took the win. But if there was a “perseverance” award, it would have gone to Daniel Boshears.



Gordon Tronson: The Epitome of Awesome

Jamie GibsonJamie Gibson|
Gordon Tronson with Double Trouble

He’s built his own Lamborghini, a Harley that runs on four engines, a 4,000-hp Econoline and a reputation as eccentric genius. Meet Gordon Tronson.



For the Hellephant: We Dyno Mopar’s 1,000-hp Crate Engine

John BakerJohn Baker|

Vehicle builder and TV host Kenny Hauk brought his Mopar Hellephant engine to AMSOIL for a dyno run. Find out if it made its advertised 1,000 hp.



Should You Use Diesel Competition Oil?

Mark NyholmMark Nyholm|
dodge ram 5.9 cummins dyno pull

April is here, and for those who love to spend time at the drag strip challenging their reaction time, on a dirt strip hooked to a sled, or tied down on a roller dyno grunting for power, the diesel competition season is upon us.



What Motor Oil Should I Use in a Methanol Engine?

John BakerJohn Baker|
sprint car sliding corner

Frank wants to know, via our Facebook page, the pros and cons of using mineral oil versus synthetic oil in a methanol-fueled engine. Thanks for the question, Frank.