Mixed "old style" Mobil 1 with new Supersyth, problem?

[ez at nova]

When I did my oil change yesterday I wasn't thinking and mixed 2 quarts of the traditional (now older) Mobil 1 10w-30 synthetic with 3 quarts of the new 10w-30 "Supersynth" Mobil 1. Anyone think this qill be a problem? For what it's worth, in pouring the two, the old Mobil 1 was lighter in color and maybe a tad thinner in consistancy (but maybe not).

 

[OKTurbo]

Shouldn't be a problem at all. I wouldn't worry about it. Synthetic oil will mix fine even with traditional oils....that's how they get the "synthetic blends".

You've got the same weight oil...from the same manufacturer....both synthetics. No Problem.

I didn't realize that Mobil 1 has changed? Is the new stuff really different or just a new label/marketing ploy?

John

 

[tom h]

Mobil has a well known brand name with "Mobil 1", they have updated the name to Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ and presumably tweaked the formula to differentiate themselves from the veritable flood of synthetic products on the market.

SuperSyn™ anti-wear system is a marketing term for who knows what ... it's vague and meaningless ...

http://www.mobil1.com/index.jsp

What is Mobil 1 and why is it now called Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™?

Mobil 1 is a fully synthetic motor oil for automotive engines. It is made from a unique combination of high-performance fluids, including polyalphaolefin (PAO), plus the SuperSyn™ anti-wear system for protection under the most extreme use. Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ is available in five viscosity grades:


Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 10W-30 –
Higher-Mileage Vehicle Formula


Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 5W-30 –
Newer Vehicle Formula


Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 15W-50 –
Performance Driving Formula


Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 0W-30 –
Enhanced Fuel Economy Formula


Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 0W-40 –
European Car Formula

Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ is truly a global formulation, exceeding the latest standards from the government, the oil industry and vehicle manufacturers. For instance, the appropriate grades of Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ exceed ILSAC GF-3, API Service SL/CF, European ACEA standards and Japanese valvetrain requirements. In addition, some viscosity grades exceed specific OEM standards. One example is Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ 0W-40, which exceeds Mercedes Benz's 229.3 specification. As a CF rated oil, Mobil 1 with SuperSyn™ can also be used in diesel engines calling for a CD oil.