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ME_Andy · 02-22-2015, 10:31 PM

I've decided to make Castrol Magnatec my new oil of choice. Its main selling point is that it clings to metal after the engine shuts down, so it protects the car better on startup. And we all know that >50% of wear occurs on startup. Plus, it's cheap! for a full synthetic. $5/qt from Amazon plus free shipping.

I do wonder if the start-up protection is just a marketing line and if there's any truth to it. However, there are some reviews here that talk about it climbing the dipstick in a unique way. So maybe there's something to it.

Castrol Magnatec Reviews - ProductReview.com.au

I know it's decent, at least, because it's Dexos certified. That means it can be used in any GM engine, including turbo'd and supercharged Vette engines. And the FAQ:

Frequently asked questions about Castrol Magnatec | Castrol Magnatec

Eventually I'll get a used oil analysis done, and then I'll know for sure.

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ME_Andy Growin a stash Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Austin TX Posts: 817 Thanks: 416 Thanked 309 Times in 232 Posts	I've decided to make Castrol Magnatec my new oil of choice. Its main selling point is that it clings to metal after the engine shuts down, so it protects the car better on startup. And we all know that >50% of wear occurs on startup. Plus, it's cheap! for a full synthetic. $5/qt from Amazon plus free shipping. I do wonder if the start-up protection is just a marketing line and if there's any truth to it. However, there are some reviews here that talk about it climbing the dipstick in a unique way. So maybe there's something to it. Castrol Magnatec Reviews - ProductReview.com.au I know it's decent, at least, because it's Dexos certified. That means it can be used in any GM engine, including turbo'd and supercharged Vette engines. And the FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Castrol Magnatec \| Castrol Magnatec Eventually I'll get a used oil analysis done, and then I'll know for sure. __________________ 2024 Chevy Bolt Previous: 2015 Nissan Leaf S, 164 mpge Last edited by ME_Andy; 02-22-2015 at 10:58 PM..