QUICKLY SEATS RINGS
The primary goal during engine break-in is to seat the rings against the cylinder wall. Properly seated rings increase compression, resulting in maximum horsepower; they reduce oil consumption and prevent hot combustion gases from entering the crankcase. To achieve this, however, the oil must allow the correct level of “controlled wear” to occur between the cylinder wall/ring interface while maintaining wear protection on other critical engine parts.
Insufficient break-in leaves behind peaks on the cylinder wall that prevent the rings from seating. The deeper valleys, meanwhile, allow excess oil to collect and burn during combustion, increasing oil consumption. Too much wear results in cylinder glazing due to peaks “rolling over” into the valleys and preventing oil from collecting and adequately lubricating the cylinder wall.
PROTECTS CRITICAL PARTS FROM WEAR
Contains high levels of zinc and phosphorus (ZDDP) additives.
Delivers excellent protection for splash-lubricated parts, like camshafts and lifters, during break-in.
Increased film strength protects rod and main bearings from wear.