Anyone use nano tech based engine oil?

[jcdub]

I was wondering if anyone has uses nano tech based engine oil in there cars? Is be interested more for the economy and engine wear reduction than the slight power gains.

[MarkTM]

Nope, only used nano paint sealant.

By definition a nano lubricant would bond to metal surfaces, why would you want this in a new(ish) engine?

Just get it serviced every 10k miles, or for added protection (like I do) change the oil filter every 5k miles

[jcdub]

It doesn't coat then engine. Check out the information link below:
Nanodrive - Low Friction Technology | Millers Oils (http://www.millersoils.co.uk/nanodrive.asp)

I was wondering if anyone has uses nano tech based engine oil in there cars? Is be interested more for the economy and engine wear reduction than the slight power gains.

[Guest 2]

You're worrying too much, stick with normal VW/Audi LL3 or Castrol Edge every 10k and you'll be fine. Remember this "nano tech" may not meet the VW507 requirement.

[MarkTM]

Oh, so it's just a manufacturer that's put the word 'Nano' in to their 2012 product to make it look more 'hip'?

Don't get me wrong I use Miller petrol additives and like it, but with an old C6 that averages over 40mpg and can do 900 miles on a tank I'll not be spending more money on trying to improve my economy or power.

[zollaf]

wow, some good claims there. friction accounts for 20 % of the power due to rough surfaces. so , in an engine, which rough surfaces actually run together. not many. all the bearing shells are floating, i.e. have a layer of oil pumped in under pressure so they don't rub. so thats out. the piston rings in the bores, they rub, but they need a rough surface to retain oil in the bores to lubricate the rings. smooth this out and the engine will burn oil. so thats it really, stick to a good quality oil and change it regularly, ignore the sales hype and remember that this nano oil is aimed at motorsport. for race applications the oil has to withstand a lot more abuse. typically an engine will rev to the red line most of the time, and turbos will be glowing red hot for the duration of the event. here is where you need a better oil. on the road, if you drive like that you will quickly lose your licence.

[jcdub]

I currently change oil in any vw group engine I've had evey 10k-15k kms

[zollaf]

I currently change oil in any vw group engine I've had evey 10k-15k kms
you cant do any better than that.

[Whippy53]

This is why marketing men exist, it's probably a blue sky scenario and they wanted to be the first to lay down a vapour trail.