Racing & Track Days Oil - F.Y.I.
- Thread starter FastGuy68
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YELLOH
Enthusiast
When is this oil going to be available. I think I see a group buy here. I'm in. Rick
FastGuy68
Enthusiast
I will check with my local Mobil Distributor but last I heard was May of 2011. Also, the price is about $98.00 per 6 qt. case so it's not cheap. Lastly, and maybe most importantly it is not "cat" friendly so unless you running an "offroad only" exhaust it might not be the best choice.
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VIPER GTSR 91
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Good stuff but $$$$.
But...........under frequently asked questions ,not recommended for everyday street driving where vehicles use catalytic exhaust converters.
That leaves 90% of us out.
That leaves 90% of us out.
ViperTony -- thanks for the clairvoyance as I would like Tom to chime in. Wondering if the issue concerning the converters is just to placate EPA , and no real issue?
I think he posted about Mobil 1 racing oil at one point. If I recall correctly, he assumed that the Mobil 1 racing oil probably had less anti-wear additives being a racing oil and require more frequent oil changes. But he was waiting for some data at the time.
I currently run 15w-50 and was wondering if this racing oil is worth a switch.
JAY
Enthusiast
I Thought AMSOIL Was better , given there data sheet, and re=testing after 1000 miles . 
Boxer12
Enthusiast
Read the fine print...
"Mobil 1 Racing 0W-50 is recommended for applications where a higher viscosity and thicker oil film are required such as longer duration races where heat build-up may be an issue.
"Mobil 1 Racing 0W-50 is recommended for applications where a higher viscosity and thicker oil film are required such as longer duration races where heat build-up may be an issue.
- It has boosted levels of anti-wear protection (zinc/phosphorous) well beyond those of ordinary automotive oils.
- Mobil 1 Racing 0W-50 provides exceptional high-temperature protection in high RPM engine operation, even at temperatures up to 500°F (260°C).
- It is not recommended for everyday general street use where vehicles use catalytic exhaust converters."
