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Red Line Recommendations for the classic muscle cars
Red Line offers a range of high-performance lubricants and additives that are widely used on classic muscle cars. Their products emphasize shear stability, high film strength, ester-enhanced base stocks, and motorsport-ready additive packages. For classic V8s and 6 cylinders this often translates to better high-temperature protection, consistent viscosity under stress, and tunable performance for wet-clutch and limited-slip differentials. This blog covers each product class, practical application notes for classic muscle cars, and what owners commonly report in reviews. Engine Oils Standard maintenance cannot be ignored. Using the correct oil and changing it at set intervals is an important step in...
Red Line Synthetic Oil Helpful Tips and Tricks for Off-Road Enthusiasts
Red Line Synthetic Oil Helpful Tips and Tricks for Off-Road Enthusiasts There’s always a maintenance project or upgrade to install on your off road vehicle, and at Red Line Synthetic Oil, we can provide some tips and tricks to get your off-road rig prepared for the trails ahead. Those who are new to off-roading often ask us how to make their OEM vehicles more proficient on the trails and in crawling situations. Here are some common modifications and important areas for improvement. Wheels/Tires: Wider wheels with all-terrain tires are typically one of the most common initial upgrades. A...
Comprehensive Red Line Maintenance Guide for Toyota Hilux (Petrol & Diesel)
1. Engine Oil Petrol Hilux Use Red Line’s ester-based synthetics to maximize wear protection, deposit control, and thermal stability under load. The engine requires 7 litres and with Red Line change every 12000 to 15000 kms. Specification Toyota OEM (0W-20 / 5W-30) Red Line High-Performance 5W-30 Red Line 10W-30 Ester Synthetic Base Stocks PAO + mineral blend 50% ester + 50% PAO 30% ester + 70% PAO Cold-start Viscosity Excellent (0W-20) Superior Very good (10W-30) High-temp Film Good Outstanding Excellent Wear Protection Meets API SN Exceeds API SN/SM Exceeds API SN/SM Drain Interval 10 000 km 12 000 – 15 000 km...
Comprehensive Guide to Red Line Fluids & Additives for Your Ford Ranger
Comprehensive Guide to Red Line Fluids & Additives for Your Ford Ranger 1. Engine Oil Use Red Line’s ester-based synthetics to maximize wear protection, deposit control, and thermal stability under load. The engine requires 7 litres and with Red Line change every 12000 to 15000 kms. Red Line offers fully synthetic, ester-enhanced motor oils designed for superior film strength and temperature stability. Product: Red Line 5W-30 Motor Oil Base stocks: Polyalphaolefin (PAO) + esters Capacity: 2.3 L EcoBoost: 6 litres with filter 4.0 L SOHC: 5 litres with filter Service interval: 8,000–12000 kms or annual, whichever comes first...
Red Line Alcohol Fuel Lube.
Red Line Alcohol Fuel Lube. For those who are running alcohol fueled machines this is a winner. Synthetic formulation : Designed to counteract the “dryness” of methanol and nitromethane, which strip away conventional lubricants. Anti-scuff additives : Protects against ring wear and piston scuffing under extreme washdown conditions. Surface displacement : Actively displaces alcohol from steel and aluminum surfaces to maintain lubrication. Fuel compatibility : Works with methanol, nitromethane, and E85. Not suitable for use with catalytic converters2. Uses and Benefits Upper cylinder lubrication : Restores lubrication lost to alcohol wash, improving longevity and performance. Corrosion prevention : Prevents gelling...