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where is the cheepest place to order arctic cat APV injector oil.
APV oil?
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i gess i never though about switching oils. gust never had a problem with APV. i may have to concider
APV is good oil but your paying alot just to have the Arctic Cat name on it when its the same as most synthetics.
I use the amsoil as well, half the price and just as good if not better.
should I run the Amsoil interceptor or dominator 2 stroke oil in my M8.
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what is the diference between the interceptor and the dominator. gust woundering
We have been doing long term oil evaluation for several years, it truly comes down to preference and availability with regard to stock sled application. Without getting into volumes of specific data, this might help you decide.
The Dominator (37.95/g) has more scuff protection but builds a bit on the power valves.
The Interceptor (32.49/g) is cleaner but lacks the scuff protection of its big brother.
The APV (42.95/g) is cleaner than either and has much better scuff protection than the Interceptor.
Blue marble (36.95/g) leaves power valves cleaner than any of the above mentioned and arguably the best scuff protection, however is gooey (for lack of better term), leaves everything with a waxy residue and seems to prone to allowing some degree of ring blow by.
Legend ZX2SR (??.??/g) Hands down the best we tested, in every category. except availability.
Torco fell somewhere between APV and Interceptor.
These are grossly generalized explanations, tests performed on late model Arctic Cat sleds through calibrated factory injection systems only.
The Dominator (37.95/g) has more scuff protection but builds a bit on the power valves.
The Interceptor (32.49/g) is cleaner but lacks the scuff protection of its big brother.
The APV (42.95/g) is cleaner than either and has much better scuff protection than the Interceptor.
Blue marble (36.95/g) leaves power valves cleaner than any of the above mentioned and arguably the best scuff protection, however is gooey (for lack of better term), leaves everything with a waxy residue and seems to prone to allowing some degree of ring blow by.
Legend ZX2SR (??.??/g) Hands down the best we tested, in every category. except availability.
Torco fell somewhere between APV and Interceptor.
These are grossly generalized explanations, tests performed on late model Arctic Cat sleds through calibrated factory injection systems only.
klotz is the only way to go!(its pricey though)
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wow thanks VOHK i like to see hard data and testing. thanks
VOHK - Who makes the Legend ZX2SR oil you referenced above? I would like to give it a try if it is that good...
oil drum
holtz whered you find a drum for 1300?
holtz whered you find a drum for 1300?
i mean hooch sorry
The Legend ZX2SR is manufactured by Legend, they are a Canadian based company and are still working out details of US distibution. This oil does a remarkable job of doing its job (lubricating) and getting out of the way, leaving virtually no residual in or on the exhaust components, even the Y is clean and dry. As with much of our testing some data is protected by non disclosure agreements with manufactures, however some is available for review. Mostly photographs and notes taken upon engine disassembly due to routine maintenance or seizure. If you have specific questions about an oil mentioned, pm me and I will do my best to answer and supply relative data if allowed.
We also did limited testing (nothing long term) with Redline and Klotz, both are thought to be exceptional oils.
We also did limited testing (nothing long term) with Redline and Klotz, both are thought to be exceptional oils.
Legend is BEST
Legend ZX2-SR oil is definitely the best oil out there. Anyone who doesn't think so hasn't tried it -- or torn down an engine that has been using it. Better than Amsoil, better than Klotz, better than Redline, and WAY better than Blue Marble. I won't repeat myself here, but if you're interested, I wrote a lengthy post in the following thread that explains why:
http://www.snowest.com/forum/showthread.php?p=935237
Availability is no problem for me. I just call Legend (231-943-4132) and have Mark send me out a couple of cases at the beginning of each season. The cost after shipping is a little higher, but who cares? What's an extra $50 to $100 for oil for the whole season? Big deal. It amazes me that people spend over $10,000 on a sled, then thousands on modifications and accessories, and then many hundreds more on gasoline each season, then they whine about $40 for a gallon of high-tech oil. If your engine runs better and lasts longer, that seems like a worthwhile investment to me. (It also amazes me that people spend $30 per gallon on Polaris or Cat or SkiDoo brand oil that isn't any better than Wal Mart brand, but that's another story...)
p.s. Legend Performance is in Michigan, not Canada...
Legend ZX2-SR oil is definitely the best oil out there. Anyone who doesn't think so hasn't tried it -- or torn down an engine that has been using it. Better than Amsoil, better than Klotz, better than Redline, and WAY better than Blue Marble. I won't repeat myself here, but if you're interested, I wrote a lengthy post in the following thread that explains why:
http://www.snowest.com/forum/showthread.php?p=935237
Availability is no problem for me. I just call Legend (231-943-4132) and have Mark send me out a couple of cases at the beginning of each season. The cost after shipping is a little higher, but who cares? What's an extra $50 to $100 for oil for the whole season? Big deal. It amazes me that people spend over $10,000 on a sled, then thousands on modifications and accessories, and then many hundreds more on gasoline each season, then they whine about $40 for a gallon of high-tech oil. If your engine runs better and lasts longer, that seems like a worthwhile investment to me. (It also amazes me that people spend $30 per gallon on Polaris or Cat or SkiDoo brand oil that isn't any better than Wal Mart brand, but that's another story...)
p.s. Legend Performance is in Michigan, not Canada...
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Legend Performance all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mark is a good guy to deal with! I second the notion of an extra $50 - $100 a year on oil, especially when a person doesn't bat an eyelash at droping big coin on lite parts and motor mods. This stuff IS the BEST!!!!
Boon, I can't believe your Cat dealer tells you to run Amsoil. That would be considered a MOD to him!
Boon, I can't believe your Cat dealer tells you to run Amsoil. That would be considered a MOD to him!
Legend Oil Zx-2R and ZX-2SR
Hello,
Just want to say hello and let everyone know that you can buy online Legend Oil ZX2-R and ZX2-SR
http://www.snowmobileguys.com/snowshop/index.php Fully instock and will ship across North America.....
Just an FYI if you order 2 cases one for you and a friend its half the shipping cost.
All the specs and information are online for you to look at and read.
Regards,
Travis
Hello,
Just want to say hello and let everyone know that you can buy online Legend Oil ZX2-R and ZX2-SR
http://www.snowmobileguys.com/snowshop/index.php Fully instock and will ship across North America.....
Just an FYI if you order 2 cases one for you and a friend its half the shipping cost.
All the specs and information are online for you to look at and read.
Regards,
Travis
