Frequently Asked Questions

For answers to our most frequently asked questions, please click any of the following links (or just scroll down).

What is Archoil ?

Archoil® is the registered name for a line of products engineered with Nano Potassium Borate, Synthetic Ester Matrix, Boron Nitride(BN)-Ceramic and many other Nano Technologies making Archoil the most advanced lubrication technology under one brand developed in formulations for engines, transmissions, gear boxes hydraulic systems and fuel systems.

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Is Archoil® safe for my vehicle?

Archoil® has been thoroughly tested for safety and effectiveness in numerous ASTM independent laboratory tests. Archoil® was also road tested  in many vehicles during. The test included new vehicles as well as older high mileage vehicles.

Extended power train warranty program (5 year / 100,000 miles) may soon be available for nearly all new and used vehicles with up to 125,000 miles. A 3 year / 50,000 mile extended warranty may also be available for most vehicles with over 125,000 miles but less than 175,000.

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Will adding Archoil® void my Manufacturer's Warranty?

In 1975 Congress enacted the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act to regulate written consumer product warranties. In summary, manufacturers cannot void a product warranty for using an alternative product if it meets or exceeds the established warranty service requirements. Archoil® meets or exceeds all API service requirements as specified in the written product warranties and will not affect the present additive package in any oil.

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Do I need to add Archoil® again after an oil change?

Archoil's revolutionary new potassium Nanoborate formulation represents the 2nd generation in boron tribology and another huge leap forward in lubrication with its unique ability to reduce boron size down to the more efficient 'nano' level and deliver it in a naturally occurring fatty acid ester matrix carrier.  AR9100’s proprietary ester carrier is specially formulated to facilitate the migration of the protective boron Nanoparticles to surface metal.

AR9100’s surface friction coefficient tests at 0.037. It is dramatically more lubricious than traditional lubrication oils, and it is capable of bearing loads many times that of other solid boundary lubricants.

AR9100 is highly concentrated and therefore very competitively priced.

Dilute in standard lubrication oil as directed for the specific application. You add 1oz of AR9100 to each quart of oil at each oil change weather it is at 3,000 miles, 5000 miles or 10,000 miles since our Nanoborate remains effective and will not be prematurely filtered out of the oil.

 

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Can I use Archoil AR9100 Friction Modifier with synthetic oil?

Archoil AR9100 Friction Modifier is compatible with all engine oils including synthetic oils and interacts at a Nano level.

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My mechanic advises against additives, should I use Archoil®?

Mechanics will often generalize on these topics with opinions formed over time from a broad base of information. If your mechanic has not taken the time to read and understand the Archoil® Nanoborate Technology, he cannot offer an opinion on this technology. Because the Archoil products are new to this level of the market and are very different in function, the chances are very good that your mechanic has never heard of Archoil and does not understand the advanced technology.

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When should I add the Archoil AR9100 Friction Modifier?

The Friction Modifier is always added to the fresh warm oil. The best time is at an oil and filter change. The product goes to work immediately. Since it is so concentrated and works on a Nano level, there is instant full metal coverage with the Nanoborate over all lubricated surfaces

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What percentage fuel mileage gains will I realize with Archoil®?

Fuel efficiency gains will vary depending on the age and condition of the engine. All engines will benefit from an 80% reduction of friction between the moving parts. Older engines with wear will also benefit from an improvement in mechanical efficiency and the removal of carbon, varnish and corrosion. This results from better compression (tighter fit) as the solid lubricant will fill in the excessive clearances caused by wear. In these cases, fuel efficiency gains could be as high as 20%.

Newer engines treated with Archoil® can expect between 5 to 10% better fuel mileage and more importantly will maintain a higher mechanical efficiency over hundreds of thousands of miles of driving due to the superior wear protection Archoil® provides. (Most gain 2-4 MPG)

Note: To maximize fuel efficiency, it may be necessary to recalibrate the computerized fuel feed system if the vehicle’s engine is so equipped. These systems calculate and deliver the required amount of fuel based upon monitored conditions inside the engine. Once established however, the fuel feed settings may not automatically adjust to accommodate changing engine conditions.

To clear the existing computer settings, disconnect the negative or positive battery cable for fifteen (15) minutes. Upon re-starting the engine, the computer will recalibrate itself by measuring the new lower friction environment and adjusting the fuel flow accordingly.

If you are uncertain whether your vehicle has this type of computerized fuel feed system, you may perform the procedure regardless as it will not cause any harm to do so.

Multiple factors contribute to affect fuel efficiency including climatic conditions, manufacturer’s fuel formulations, and operator or driver variables.

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Can I extend the oil change interval with Archoil®?

The primary benefit of superior lubrication protection is the reduction of friction (65% to 70%) in combustion engines and 80% to 85% on surfaces. This results in less wear (90%) and consequently a significant reduction in the generation of microscopic metal wear particles.

These particles are the major cause of premature oil breakdown. This occurs due to excess heat retention as well as chemical reactions which form acidic compounds that further oxidize the oil.

The near elimination of these particles together with the superior first line defense of the Archoil AR9100 Nanoborate allows oil change intervals to be extended a minimum two times as a result of the slow oxidation process.

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What about Teflon (PTFE) and other additives on the market?

Currently the most popular and best selling oil additives on the market due to advertising are those that contain Polytetrafloeraethylene (PTFE) powders suspended in a regular, over the counter type, 50-rated petroleum engine oil.

Some of the identified products containing PTFE include: Slick 50, Liquid Ring, Lubrilon, Microlon, Matrix, QMI, Petrolon and T-Plus.

The independent testing conducted on the lubrication qualities of the PTFE based lubricants confirms and supports the original statement issued from DuPont Chemical Corporation, inventor of PTFE and holder of the patents and trademark for Teflon.

In a statement issued over ten years ago, DuPont’s Fluoropolymers Division Product Specialists, J.F. Imbalzano said “Teflon is not useful as an oil additive for internal combustion engines”. DuPont even threatened legal action against anyone who used the name “Teflon” on any product destined for use in an internal combustion engine and refused to sell its PTFE powders to anyone who intended to use them for such purposes. After a flurry of lawsuits from oil additive makers, claiming DuPont could not prove that PTFE was harmful to engines; DuPont was forced to once again begin selling their PTFE to the additive producers.

The decision against DuPont involved what is called “restraint of trade”. This means that you can’t refuse to sell a product to someone if they plan to use it for a purpose other than what it was intended for. For legal reasons, DuPont’s official position on the use of PTFE in engine oils remains carefully aloof and noncommittal. DuPont states that though they sell PTFE to oil additive producers, they have “no proof of the validity of the oil additive makers’ claims”. They further state that they have “no knowledge of any advantage gained through the use of PTFE in engine oil.”

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What about Oil Additives Like Slick 50 or Prolong?

The infomercials you see would have you believe that by putting these products in your engine it will become a "super engine" of sorts, even better than if it were running synthetic oil. However, unfortunately for consumers, their claims have no basis in scientific test.

In fact, here are a few links to releases from the Federal Trade Commission with regard to the effectiveness of different oil additives.
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In short, the FTC releases above indicate that all of these companies have used deceptive advertising in order to mislead consumers into believing that their products offer advanced engine protection and performance over motor oil alone.