TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

[jtexas]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Originally posted by Whiteman:<br /> Is it possible some oils are less prone to the dreaded 2-stroke smoke?

Why dread the smoke? Personally I love the smell of a 2-stroke in the morning; smells like victory...

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Originally posted by oberboat:<br /> ... I dont like to mix. I dont know if it matters though.

For what it's worth, I believe the TCW3 spec, required for certification, is that all can be mixed with each other without any ill effects. I premix for both of my outboards using built in tanks (which seldom run completely dry), I use various brands of oil - but generally Castrol or OEM (johnnyrude and quicksilver) I don't routinely mix brands, but don't give it a second thought when I run out of one and begin to use another.

 

[Scaaty]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Like the energizer bunny........."still going"

 

[Booner]

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artherm:<br />At the top of the page is a RED SEARCH button do your research there. You can read for days about OIL WARS.<br />All I got to say is if you are running a 1960 something $ 300 outboard just get the Wally word stuff what’s it mater? If you are running a newer $8,000 outboard I.M.O Get the good stuff it ant any better but it will make you fell better. I use Pennzoil the 100% synthetic stuff it cost more but it makes me fell that I am protecting my Yammy.

 

[TheOilDoc]

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I like the handle on the Penzoil better

There you have it: "Value" is in the eye of the beholder.<br /><br />For me "value" means any reputable brand of oil that has the TC-W3 rating at the lowest price. And I haven't found one that my outboards don't like yet.

 

[LubeDude]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Originally posted by TheOilDoc:<br />

I like the handle on the Penzoil better

There you have it: "Value" is in the eye of the beholder.<br /><br />

We agree!

 

[Dave Abrahamson]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Originally posted by TheOilDoc:<br /><br />For me "value" means any reputable brand of oil that has the TC-W3 rating

Please elaborate. <br />Isn't ANY TC-W3 NMMA rated oil suitable for use in our outboards? Do off-brands require some scrutiny on our part?<br />Inquiring minds want to know.<br /><br />Dave

 

[TheOilDoc]

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Dave, yes any TC-W3 rated oil is suitable.<br /><br />The "value" of that oil is strictly up to you. Some folks place "value" on price. Others on smoke, smell, oil consumption, peace-of-mind, or even the type of handle on the jug. <br /><br />I said any reputable brand because to me there is "value" in using a TC-W3 oil that I am familiar with as having an excellent history and reputation. Other folks might not hold "value" in that. I might find myself getting a better "value" by passing up a less expensive TC-W3 if I have never heard of it before.

 

[gss036]

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Here comes that darn "Bunny" again. I thing peace of mind is the secret, I have used many different oils over the years and I now and have been for several years been using the Penzoil Premium Syn Blend. For $10, it is hard to beat and you know you are using a quality "OIL".

 

[artburr]

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I'm sure glad to know about that Walmart oil. No more Quicksilver, Texaco, Penzoil, etc, ad infinitum.

 

[Scaaty]

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....still going............

 

[artburr]

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The only thing that works for an old owner is his boat.

 

[Scaaty]

Re: TCW-3 Outboard Oil, Best Value

Originally posted by Art B:<br /> The only thing that works for an old owner is his boat.