yamalube alternative?

[trueblue]

if I was to use a 2 stroke oil as an alternative to Yamalube, what would be a good choice?

I think I saw comments a long time ago that here was another brand of 2 stroke oil made same as yamalube, but dyed a different colour?

cheers

Mick

[thelump]

Re: yamalube alternative?

They are all TCW3 mate. Some seem a liitle better than others. I used Valvoline in my last yammy without any problems. Do a search here on two stroke oils and you will find all the info you want. I think there was even a poll done on this subject

[FNQCairns]

Re: yamalube alternative?

The Caltex 2stroke is the same stuff (in Australia). Curiously Caltex also sells exactly the same Automotive engine oil that Yamaha sells for the sumps of their outboards. If I could be bothered I suspect I will find one of the manual transmission oils caltex sells will be their leg oil but yet to find a virgin oil analysis for each.

cheers fnq

[trueblue]

Re: yamalube alternative?

I did find out the hard way that Shell Nautilus is crap, it clogs up the carbs.

I also used the Murcury oil on recommendation from my mechanic, and can't prove anything, but the engines oil pump has never been the same again, runs much more smokey now, especially on restart, and leaves lots of soot on the prop - never did that before the Murcury oil went though it.

just want to make sure that if I can't get hold of yamalube easily that I can get something similar that won't cause grief

cheers

Mick

[Tazmaniac]

Re: yamalube alternative?

FNQCairns,
Can you tell me exactly which Caltex oil is the equivilant for a 4 stroke ?
50 Bucks for the Yamalube 4 stroke oil is a bit steep !
( probably less on your side of the country though )
Funny, I logged on today to post a thread on that very question.
Cheers,
Taz.

[Kero]

Re: yamalube alternative?

Is the motor oil injected or do you pre-mix the fuel?
I have been told by mechanics not to mix different oils (in oil tank).
Also been told that Castrol Super TCW3 is good stuff. I use it all the time and no dramas.
Hope this helps!

[3rd degree]

Re: yamalube alternative?

I have heard that Valvoline is one you should steer clear off.

I run a Yammy, and always use their oil. Best way to ensure you've always got some is to buy it by the ctn, works out cheaper too!

Cheers

Jim

[Kero]

Re: yamalube alternative?

I have heard that Valvoline is one you should steer clear off.

Cheers

Jim

I've been told that as well.... Valvoline! know what I mean!

[Stik-ugly]

Re: yamalube alternative?

Trueblue if you are chasing Yamalube I Know that Tivoli Marine Sell it in bulk , so if you take your four liter oil container in they will fill it up for you at a reasonable. price .approx $25. Thats in Ipswich if that helps any.

[trueblue]

Re: yamalube alternative?

Trueblue if you are chasing Yamalube I Know that Tivoli Marine Sell it in bulk , so if you take your four liter oil container in they will fill it up for you at a reasonable. price .approx $25. Thats in Ipswich if that helps any.

I'll give them a call - $39 is the best price I have seen lately.

[FNQCairns]

Re: yamalube alternative?

FNQCairns,
Can you tell me exactly which Caltex oil is the equivilant for a 4 stroke ?
50 Bucks for the Yamalube 4 stroke oil is a bit steep !
( probably less on your side of the country though )
Funny, I logged on today to post a thread on that very question.
Cheers,
Taz.

Hi Taz, Yamalube 4 stroke is Caltex Havoline in the corresponding grade and weights.

cheers fnq

[trueblue]

Re: yamalube alternative?

Trueblue if you are chasing Yamalube I Know that Tivoli Marine Sell it in bulk , so if you take your four liter oil container in they will fill it up for you at a reasonable. price .approx $25. Thats in Ipswich if that helps any.

I checked with him, he's not doing it any more at present, apparently the price of 44 gal drums went up too much

cheers

Mick

[trueblue]

Re: yamalube alternative?

The Caltex 2stroke is the same stuff (in Australia). Curiously Caltex also sells exactly the same Automotive engine oil that Yamaha sells for the sumps of their outboards. If I could be bothered I suspect I will find one of the manual transmission oils caltex sells will be their leg oil but yet to find a virgin oil analysis for each.

cheers fnq

so where do we get the Caltex Super outboard TCW 3 at a good price. Only place I could find it is through Caltex service stations, and Yamalube is cheaper!!!!!!!!!!!

cheers

Mick

[FNQCairns]

Re: yamalube alternative?

so where do we get the Caltex Super outboard TCW 3 at a good price. Only place I could find it is through Caltex service stations, and Yamalube is cheaper!!!!!!!!!!!

cheers

Mick

Ok that's no good, i get mine from the Caltex distributors up here, last time I visited the price was about to increase so I snapped up 8 or so 4L bottles so it's been a while since I looked again, back then it was typically near $14 dollar less per bottle than the Yamalube.

Hope i am not in for a rude surprise when I need some more, which will be soon.

cheers fnq

[sagair]

Re: yamalube alternative?

Hi Taz, Yamalube 4 stroke is Caltex Havoline in the corresponding grade and weights.

cheers fnq

Thanks for that info as I need to buy some myself. I wa looking at caltex specs and it says it has 0.01 % ash and the Castrol show 0.004% ash. Can you say how the Castrol rates with Caltex? I used Valvoline on my last motor but I think the remainder will go in the Victa from now on from what you blokes have pointed out. Regard.