Difference between conventional and synthetic oil.

[Jscb1b]

Is there benifits or problems using stihl ultra synthetic vs stihl conventional 2 stroke oil?

 

[redneckhillbilly]

What oil is best? and what ratio?

All my cans say 25:1-40:1.. ;)

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[bretts]

I use a good quality semi synthetic low ash oil at 40:1 on all my 2 stroke equipment and have done for years, have had no problems yet.

 

[Loony661]

Is there benifits or problems using stihl ultra synthetic vs stihl conventional 2 stroke oil?

Yes. If only choosing between those 2 oils, you’re much better off using the orange bottle conventional oil. The Ultra is a sales gimmick and burns dirty.

There are already a couple oil threads, and they usually turn into a lot of arguments. True synthetic is superior to conventional in every way. Problem is that oils can be marketed as synthetic with as little as 15% synthetic base stocks in them.. So be careful what you buy into. Do your research. Pick an oil and ratio, and run it.
I’d recommend Amsoil, but I’m a little biased. Lastly, running a heavier mix, like 40:1 or 32:1 is better over all and won’t cause any problems provided the carburetor is tuned properly. More oil for the crank bearings keeps that engine alive longer with less wear.

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

Yes. If only choosing between those 2 oils, you’re much better off using the orange bottle conventional oil. The Ultra is a sales gimmick and burns dirty.

There are already a couple oil threads, and they usually turn into a lot of arguments. True synthetic is superior to conventional in every way. Problem is that oils can be marketed as synthetic with as little as 15% synthetic base stocks in them.. So be careful what you buy into. Do your research. Pick an oil and ratio, and run it.
I’d recommend Amsoil, but I’m a little biased. Lastly, running a heavier mix, like 40:1 or 32:1 is better over all and won’t cause any problems provided the carburetor is tuned properly. More oil for the crank bearings keeps that engine alive longer with less wear.

Nice post. Who are you?

 

[Loony661]

Nice post. Who are you?

Jack. Jack of all trades.

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

Jack. Jack of all trades.

Use enough f's ?

 

[Loony661]

Use enough f's ?

I’m not picking up what you’re putting down..

 

[Jscb1b]

Yes. If only choosing between those 2 oils, you’re much better off using the orange bottle conventional oil. The Ultra is a sales gimmick and burns dirty.

There are already a couple oil threads, and they usually turn into a lot of arguments. True synthetic is superior to conventional in every way. Problem is that oils can be marketed as synthetic with as little as 15% synthetic base stocks in them.. So be careful what you buy into. Do your research. Pick an oil and ratio, and run it.
I’d recommend Amsoil, but I’m a little biased. Lastly, running a heavier mix, like 40:1 or 32:1 is better over all and won’t cause any problems provided the carburetor is tuned properly. More oil for the crank bearings keeps that engine alive longer with less wear.

I've tried reading the other threads and i get a headache. I thank you for your response! Now, i just got turned on to a gallon of amsoil sabre.

 

[Loony661]

I've tried reading the other threads and i get a headache. I thank you for your response! Now, i just got turned on to a gallon of amsoil sabre.

Great choice!

 

[Jscb1b]

Even though it is synthetic?

 

[Loony661]

Even though it is synthetic?

Amsoil synthetics are superior in every way. Colder pour points, high temperature stable, cleaner, etc. You can’t go wrong with Sabre.

 

[IffykidMn]

Yes. If only choosing between those 2 oils, you’re much better off using the orange bottle conventional oil. The Ultra is a sales gimmick and burns dirty.

There are already a couple oil threads, and they usually turn into a lot of arguments. True synthetic is superior to conventional in every way. Problem is that oils can be marketed as synthetic with as little as 15% synthetic base stocks in them.. So be careful what you buy into. Do your research. Pick an oil and ratio, and run it.
I’d recommend Amsoil, but I’m a little biased. Lastly, running a heavier mix, like 40:1 or 32:1 is better over all and won’t cause any problems provided the carburetor is tuned properly. More oil for the crank bearings keeps that engine alive longer with less wear.

50:1 would be double what Sabre claims to be adequate at 100:1

 

[Loony661]

50:1 would be double what Sabre claims to be adequate at 100:1

I would run it at 40:1 - 50:1 if it was up to me..

 

[Jscb1b]

With the summer heat, I will run it 40:1.

 

[redneckhillbilly]

I recently switched to dominator at 40:1 and it feels like my saws make more power

 

[Loony661]

I recently switched to dominator at 40:1 and it feels like my saws make more power

I also use Dominator but at 32:1

For those that don’t know, Dominator does not have a fuel stabilizer in its additive package. Saber does have stabilizers for longer storage between uses.. Something to keep in mind. Doesn’t affect me because I use my saws almost daily.

 

[Jscb1b]

So I don't need sta-bil in my saber mix?

 

[Loony661]

So I don't need sta-bil in my saber mix?

Correct, given you only keep enough fuel around that you’ll use within 2-3 months.

 

[IffykidMn]

I also use Dominator but at 32:1

For those that don’t know, Dominator does not have a fuel stabilizer in its additive package. Saber does have stabilizers for longer storage between uses.. Something to keep in mind. Doesn’t affect me because I use my saws almost daily.

I have been running Sabre at 50:1 for the last 20+ years.

I would feel better about Dominator if they would add a dye to the oil.