5W-20 vs 5W-30 vs 10W-30: What’s the Difference? John Baker|Oct 12, 2021 1:34 PM The primary difference when looking at 5W-20 vs 5W-30 is their viscosity once your engine has reached operating temperature. Read More
How to Test Engine Compression John Baker|Oct 08, 2021 8:00 AM Testing engine compression provides a snapshot of the health of your engine. In this video, we show you how to do it and how to interpret the results. Read More
What Does a Camshaft Do? Brad Nelson|Sep 27, 2021 4:13 PM A camshaft is an engine component that opens intake and exhaust valves in time with the motion of the pistons. Read More
What Happens if I Use the Wrong Weight (Viscosity) of Oil? John Baker|Sep 14, 2021 9:55 AM It’s best to use the viscosity recommended in your owner’s manual, but a slightly thicker oil or thinner oil likely won’t do lasting harm. Read More
How to Repack Trailer Bearings John Baker|Sep 07, 2021 3:26 PM Repack your trailer bearings yearly to ensure your next vacation or trip to the lake goes smoothly. Here’s how to do it. Read More
AMSOIL Helps Awaken 500+ HP Cummins 4BT Engine John Baker|Aug 25, 2021 8:36 AM We help Kenny Hauk’s crew turn a stock 105-hp Cummins 4BT engine into a 500-hp powerplant for his latest build. Read More
Diesel Engine Oil Specifications: Making Sense of CK-4 & FA-4 Andy Arendt|Jul 07, 2021 11:16 AM The API CK-4 and FA-4 diesel engine oil specifications are designed to help meet tight regulations while providing excellent wear protection. Read More
What’s the Best Heavy-Equipment Grease? John Baker|Jul 06, 2021 10:31 AM Grease must resist extreme impacts, fight wear, resist water washout and more to be considered the best heavy-equipment grease. Read More
Diesel vs. Gas Engines: What’s the Difference? Mark Nyholm|Jun 29, 2021 8:32 AM They burn different types of fuel, but that’s just the start. Here’s what you need to know when comparing diesel vs gas engines. Read More
How to Charge a Car Battery John Baker|May 11, 2021 10:31 AM You can easily charge a car battery with a battery charger or jumper cables in a few minutes. Here’s how to do both. Read More
