echo red armor vs stihl ultra

I use echo red armor oil mixture. Joined Jun 8, 2010 Messages 85 Location Alaska. Stihl ultra smells like your burning plastic. The reg. I worked for a tree service for years that just ran the cheapo echo oil mix. Echo 6550050 Red Armor Oil (4) 1 Gallon Bottles Echo 6550050 Red Armor Oil (4) 1 Gallon Bottles ; More Views. Joined Aug 23, … Echo Power Blend Xtended (around $19) comes in small 6.4-ounce bottles, so you can dump it into a 2.5-gallon container and achieve the perfect mix ratio without having to deal with any measuring. Nanuq. We … Did the gas in all 3 machines come from the same batch of mix from the same gas can? At $10 a quart , it's half the price of Stihl Ultra, 40% Less than Echo Red Armor, Half the price of Motul 800 and similar high end synthetic 2T oils. For maximum performance and engine life expectancy, we also recommend using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil. E. ed2hess LawnSite Fanatic. Reactions: Stihl-Bummer I have tried motul 800 2t, didnt care for that at all, lots of gum. My advice is to judge and oil not by its JASO rating but how it performs in ya saw. I have an echo chainsaw and use red armor. Mar 5, 2011 #3 You need to do a little more testing before you throw that kind of information out this oil is an excellant oil. The guy I buy Echo things from told me that Echo would not honor their warranty unless RED Armor wa the mix. This contrasts sharply with $5.96 / qt for … Email to a Friend; Add to Wishlist | Add to Compare; Availability: In stock. Stihl ultra was only put in Stihl shops for one reason which was their 4mix engines. I was running some cheap residential oil mix in my trimmer for a while until i started looking into echos red armor stuff. I purchased Stihl 2 stroke oil. I guess that’s why my cs-590 tank is orange so we wouldn’t notice? It's a similar product to TruFuel and Stihl MotoMix that uses Stihl HP Ultra Oil. Stihl FS 130 Review - ECHO Red Armor Challenge This is a quick review of the Stihl FS 130 and a quick description of the ECHO Red Armor Challenge! C $33.43 shipping. Enjoy easy starting and years of reliable performance from all your outdoor power equipment by choosing ECHO Red Armor oil. Free shipping on orders over 25 shipped by amazon. I dont know but i dont like mayonaise. It's strange that Amsoil always has the reputation of being the most expensive. By using powerful detergents to remove performance robbing carbon deposits, Red Armor Oil, does so without sacrificing lubrication or film strength. I believe it is some of the best oil on the market. JavaScript is disabled. We had a customer that brought in a fairly new Jonsered brushcutter with a scored cylinder. Learn More… What is the recommended procedure for preparing my STIHL equipment for … I have a 12 year old gt 200r and just bought two new units this year an es 250 and a pas 225. Hey gang, today we are doing a quick highlight on the Red Armor oil by ECHO. Only echo red armor fuel contains echo red armor oil. The 8 year old trimmer seems to be running better than it ever did. I agree seen easy mistake's happen. You messed up the settings of your carb, and you dealer is lousy if he can't get parts in less than a month. I've rehabbed an old Echo hedge trimmer with the stuff and I've made my dad switch over to it too since he almost killed his Husqvarna trimmer with … $249.00. To the OP please do nto take it the wrong way as many type it often seems like a person is mabye a little harsh in the way something reads here. The smell factor while burning is different for every person.. the wrong mix can cause nausea. What makes echo red armor fuel special. As far as Red Armor … I use echo red armor oil mixture. Nanuq ArboristSite Member. orange bottle stuff is … There are a lot of loyal Stihl Ultra users on this forum, good luck swaying the crowd. Oil was coming out the OEM 066 dual port muffler. STIHL High Performance Oil 50:1 2-Cycle 2.6 oz Per 1 Gal Mix 2.6 ounce 3 PACK . If the synthetics are mixed heavier than 50:1 they tend to carbon up exhaust screens and make the mufflers oily. Unlike a mineral oil that aids combustion high quality synthetics resist combustion. C $20.65 shipping. Ezvid Wiki; Wiki Reviews; Automotive; The 10 Best 2-Stroke Engine Oils. It includes stabilizers to preserve fuel during storage, making it an economical choice. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Pre-mixed aren't gasoline based, they use a much more stable distillate that doesn't varnish like gasoline will if any is left in the carburetor during storage. C $14.94. Not a single issue. (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Currently, the best 2-stroke engine oil is the Red Line Synthetic Racing. Also, ECHO Red Armor oil stabilizes fuel to be useable for up to two years when added to fresh fuel. The oil is JASO FD and ISO L-EGD rated. Learn More… What is the recommended procedure for preparing my STIHL equipment for … C $33.77 shipping. You are using an out of date browser. So like the title Says I have a brand new 2020 chainsaw. Stihl HP ULTRA oil I talked to my boys at the stihl dealer here that I use religiously, and when I asked about the HP Ultra oil compared to the High Performance oil here is what I was told. The one thing between all 3 that I have switched is from HP Super to HP Ultra with 93 Octane gas. Echo Red Armor is very good too. The new Stihl oil should be ok even if there is significant alcohol in the gas,after all 2-strokes run fine on pure alcohol providing the mix oil is compatable.The Stihl oil should be ok,alcohol(In the gas) just doesn't like to mix with ordinary mineral oil. What makes echo red armor fuel special. Description; Specifications; Reviews; Questions (1) Description. Never really noticed in my stihl fs90 or my echo backpack blower either. Location Austin Texas 78727. oil is the perfect partner to add to 6 Gal. Needed the FD standard. I have kept mix up to 8 months with no problems. Echo introduces its own brand of ethanol free two-cycle 50:1 pre-mix, that they've name PowerFuel. C $49.07 . Echo 6550050 Red Armor 2 Cycle Oil 50 Gallon Mix 50:1 - 1 Gallon 4.8 out of 5 stars 81. If Stihl thought there was a problem with that mix they wouldn't offer an extended one year warranty on their products if you buy the Ultra six pack when you buy a new saw. I,ve always added to a motor when it,s been sitting around for a while. In the long run, something was causing the engine to run hot, and I was most likely doing is making the engine run leaner. Could have over mixe'd, been to rich and run rough. C. Clark Griswold LawnSite Senior Member. They ran the hell out of those saws for years and never had a cylinder problem. The HP ULTRA oil was designed to work better with the new 4mix motors, the Ultra oil was made because of the new emission BS. There's an aroma you never forget. Ultra does have a stabilizer in it. Pretty dirty burning oil too....FB rating on 2-cycle oil certification which is the lowest. I have run RED Armor in my Echo trimmer and hedge trimmer for a while now. Stihl HP Ultra 100ml One Shot 2 Stroke Oil Part No.0781 319 8060 Pack Of 10. One of the main reasons we like it is because of the advanced fuel stabilizers that are in it. When I run out of the Power Blend, I'm gonna switch to the Red Armor.. 6 pack of Echo Power-Blend is $8.99 6 pack of Red Armor is $ 10.99 but a 6 pack of Stihl HP Ultra is $23. I,ve always added to a motor when it,s been sitting around for a while. I have only used regular echo mix and the red armor. Mar 5, 2011 #2 Thanks for the info, I'll just stick with the cheap crap I buy at WalMart from now on, hey it works! It was not tuned fat. Stihl FS 130 Review - ECHO Red Armor Challenge This is a quick review of the Stihl FS 130 and a quick description of the ECHO Red Armor Challenge! I've never ran redmax's oil mixtures in my blower before. I have used the old orange bottle stihl, stihl HP ultra, LawnBoy , Red Armor, Opti2, Stens semi synthetic. I dont take mufflers off to look. Wiki researchers have been writing reviews of the latest 2-cycle engine oils since 2016. The Stihl Ultra is the Full synthetic. haha. Mixing Red Armor oil in combination with regular fuel helps to properly lubricate engine components, helping … Like HR1 Belray which is also a high quality ester synthetic it don't burn well is a chainsaw application. Ran like 5 gallons though and have been using VP ever since. 4.85. The guy I buy Echo things from told me that Echo would not honor their warranty unless RED Armor wa the mix. Discussion in 'Chainsaws' started by Heffalump, Mar 5, 2018. They seem to work out well. This powerful new oil is recommended for use in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke (hybrid) engines. Both Stihl,s oils are a FB rating. 59.8 cc Gas 2-Stroke Cycle Chainsaw Will go back to red armor though when the VP runs out. You must log in or register to reply here. Needed the FD standard. By using powerful detergents to remove performance robbing carbon deposits, Red Armor Oil, does so without sacrificing lubrication or film strength. This powerful new oil is recommended for use in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke (hybrid) engines. Using fuel with greater than 10% ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty. STIHL HP Ultra is a fully synthetic 2-cycle biodegradable engine oil specially suited for high performance chainsaws and outdoor power tools. Fuel will go bad without stabilizer. Oil threads are like discussing politics. orange bottle stuff is regular mineral base with a gas stab. C $49.07. Reactions: SeMoTony and chipper1. Bar and Chain Oil ECHO 20 in. im not a stihl man, but husqvarna xp oil can be found in gallon bottles (if thats his liking), its an excellent product aimed at husqvarna xp high … 2 Review(s) | Add Your Review. I use it cause I don't have to pay for it but the smell is terrible. You probably leaned them out too much. Winter time. C $33.77 shipping. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I just mix a batch when I need it and if it sits around 5 months, dump it into my car. An hour later i finally agreed to take a few cases. I was running some cheap residential oil mix in my trimmer for a while until i started looking into echos red armor stuff. If you are using Ultra, you should be OK with mix that is several months old. Mixing Red Armor oil in combination with regular fuel helps to properly lubricate engine components, helping … Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% ethanol content. I have had zero oil-related failures. oil is the perfect partner to add to 1 Gal.of fuel to help protect your 2 cycle engine from carbon build-up while cleaning existing deposits. I have many saws that sit for months bw use and fire up without any problem. Don't forget Stihl happily specified mineral oil for many decades until the 4mix fiasco. Note: STIHL recommends use of fuel with no more than 10% ethanol content. Stihl ultra was only put in Stihl shops for one reason which was their 4mix engines. It's a similar product to TruFuel and Stihl MotoMix that uses Stihl HP Ultra Oil. If you let it sit with the red armor it'll coat them. Specifications. Only 2 left. He has been getting on me for not selling any Echo/red armor oil so he almost begged me this spring to buy some and i told him it was too expensive. i always stay away from "fits all mix oil" as well as "boat motor 2cycle mix". Sure I messed up the carb settings, because something was causing the engine to run hotter. (lowest cost I could find anyhow).. Click to expand... Gee Wiz,, I thought I was the only one that used Seafoam in a 2 stroke. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Tor R, Keith Gandy, smokey7 and 5 others like this. fordf150, Apr 28, 2016 #89. I have only used regular echo mix and the red armor. I have some Stihl equipment and have used all of … I use Stihl Ultra 2-stroke oil with 93 octane fuel and marine Stabil when I mix. Hey gang, today we are doing a quick highlight on the Red Armor oil by ECHO. Actually some longer, but it gets dumped into the mower. I know that Stihl only requires 89, however, the dealer told me when I switched that 93 is better in 2-cycles. of fuel to help protect your 2 cycle engine from carbon build-up while cleaning existing deposits. Only echo red armor fuel contains echo red armor oil. I have … Only 2 left. I usually run Sthil ultra (blue-green), I have run stihl regular (red), I could tell the difference straightaway there seemed to be a lot more smoke coming out with the red than ultra Stihl ( blue-green). C $20.65 shipping. I have an echo chainsaw and use red armor. Its a similar product to trufuel and stihl motomix that uses stihl hp ultra oil. Different equipment will have different … Echo 6550050 a red armor oil, (4) 1 gallon 50:1 2 cycle oil bottles, a top performing, reliable engine and a high-maintenance, low powered engine oil. They seem to work out well. C $14.94. My opinion is a … Its actually a fairly high quality synthetic oil which is why it don't work so well in chainsaws. I make fresh mixed gas every month (college professor always said that any mixed gas only lasts about a month before it gums) and generally I use a gallon a month. Red Armor oil is packed with specialized additives designed to remove carbon deposits plus protects against future build up which helps extend the life of your equipment. I have never had a problem with the echo power blend. STIHL High Performance Oil 50:1 2-Cycle 2.6 oz Per 1 Gal Mix 2.6 ounce 3 PACK . Then leane'd out too much to compensate. Red Armor fuel is the industry's premium 50:1 fuel mix that delivers peak performance for 2 cycle engines. Beware of running any 2-stroke oil that is not 50:1 ratio. Sign up for our newsletter to hear about offers, tips and upcoming events. Its a similar product to trufuel and stihl motomix that uses stihl hp ultra oil. Seems like the Amsoil Sabre is the most cost effective option in the syn oil. When I run out of the Power Blend, I'm gonna switch to the Red Armor.. 6 pack of Echo Power-Blend is $8.99 6 pack of Red Armor is $ 10.99 but a 6 pack of Stihl HP Ultra is $23. They all work OK. The reg. Echo 6550050 a red armor oil, (4) 1 gallon 50:1 2 cycle oil bottles, a top performing, reliable engine and a high-maintenance, low powered engine oil. I have run RED Armor in my Echo trimmer and hedge trimmer for a while now. $3 for 2.5gal bottle. (lowest cost I could find anyhow).. Click to expand... Gee Wiz,, I thought I was the only one that used Seafoam in a 2 stroke. Mix 50:1 and run it in all my 2 cycle stuff. the orange bottle from the dealer. Don't miss out. Model: 6550050 Case. Nothing wrong with an FB or API Tc rated oil in a chainsaw. The HP ULTRA oil was designed to work better with the new 4mix motors, the Ultra oil was made because of the new emission BS. Your right,, Echo,s Power Blend and Red Armor are Semi Synthetic, the Red Armor says it will keep gas good for up to 2 years ( that,s strechin it I,d say) Both carry the FD rating, which is the highest you can get. It uses their Red Armor brand of oil and has a 93 octane rating. Your right,, Echo,s Power Blend and Red Armor are Semi Synthetic, the Red Armor says it will keep gas good for up to 2 years (that,s strechin it I,d say) Both carry the FD rating, which is the highest you can get. C $70.11. Said that Stihl FB synthetic mix would not do. Your professor should stick to art, history or whatever he is teaching; gasoline is good for several months provided it is kept in a relatively stable environment. We have an Outdoor Power Equipment dealership and we recommend Echo Red Armor Oil to our customers. VP and Red Armor at 40:1 here. ECHO Red Armor 32 oz. C $33.43 shipping. It uses their Red Armor brand of oil and has a 93 octane rating. Echo introduces its own brand of ethanol free two-cycle 50:1 pre-mix, that they've name PowerFuel. (Sears sells it by the gallon on line) The guy @ the OPE store indicated to use E0 for storage, but I haven't bothered (E10 is the de facto fuel for CT) for the 6 or 7 years I've had it and I just refresh the fuel in the spring and it fires right up 3rd pull. Yamaha 2R, amsoil dominator or Saber, mystic sea and snow, citgo air cooled, echo red armor or power blend are all good oils, try running 32:1 or 40:1 and you should be good from an oil perspective. Running the Amsoil at 40:1 Its down close to the same price as the dolmar/makita oil. I've never ran redmax's oil mixtures in my blower before. C $70.11. Oct 1, 2017. Maybe pics of the damaged pistons/cylinders would help. Also, ECHO Red Armor oil stabilizes fuel to be useable for up to two years when added to fresh fuel. I just mix a batch when I need it and if it sits around 5 months, dump it into my car. $16.89. RedMax OEM MaxLife 2-Cycle Oil 2.6oz 6 Pack 1 Gallon Mix 580357201 4.8 out of 5 stars 137. Haven’t seen the big bottles at my Walmart yet so not sure if they will be available this year or not. Like HR1 Belray which is also a high quality ester synthetic it don't burn well is a chainsaw application. I dont like stihl ultra due to bad past issues with that oil, also i dont like part syn oil such as husq xp oil. NEW - STIHL 0781 319 8052 … I use 93 Octane non-ethanol And I mix 2.6 ounces per 1 gallon for a 50:1 ratio. The last time I saw 3 of a guys saws sieze all around the same time(Very exp. No problem with either but I don’t take my mufflers off and look or tear down and look either just going by others and running them like crazy. Another Logger told me he gets twice the life from his saws (372's) once he switched from 50:1 to 32:1. rkcolt45 Scout. Seems like the Amsoil Sabre is the most cost effective option in the syn oil. Stihl HP ULTRA oil I talked to my boys at the stihl dealer here that I use religiously, and when I asked about the HP Ultra oil compared to the High Performance oil here is what I was told. Red Armor 16 oz. The Stihl Ultra is the Full synthetic. I called my local dealer, and he quoted the price as $8.99 per 1 quart can and no discount for quantity purchase. I have never had a problem with the echo power blend. Those in tune with their saws notice a big difference between oil types and how they perform. I usually run Sthil ultra (blue-green), I have run stihl regular (red), I could tell the difference straightaway there seemed to be a lot more smoke coming out with the red than ultra Stihl ( blue-green). Email to a Friend; Add to Wishlist | … The Red Armor leaves the cleanest combustion chambers, the conventional oils tend to smoke more than the synthetics. 10 x 100ml GREEN STIHL HP SUPER 2 STROKE OIL PART SYNTHETIC 1 ONE SHOT STHIL. It's not the oil. Currently unavailable. (Sears sells it by the gallon on line) The guy @ the OPE store indicated to use E0 for storage, but I haven't bothered (E10 is the de facto fuel for CT) for the 6 or 7 years I've had it and I just refresh the fuel in the spring and it fires right up 3rd pull. I'm not sure if anyone else is having this issue or not (and I'm guessing people are/should be). For maximum performance and engine life expectancy, we also recommend using STIHL HP Ultra 2-cycle engine oil. My saw shop buddy mixes 40:1 echo red armor oil. In one month, I have had an 036 Pro, 192T, and just cause a Mantis Tiller 50:1 all bite the big one and have scored bores. I called my local dealer, and he quoted the price as $8.99 per 1 quart can and no discount for quantity purchase. Location Lower Slower Delaware. ). ECHO Red Armor engine oil incorporates powerful detergents that quickly remove existing carbon deposits, without sacrificing lubrication or film strength, and protects against future buildups. Free shipping on orders over 25 shipped by amazon. It's possible to make a misteak-oops,mistake,and accidentally mix wrong? ECHO/Shindaiwa Red Armor Two-Cycle Oil Echo.Incorporated 001EPA798 FD 146 TALON 2-CYCLE ENGINE OIL Fastenal Company 001FAS001 FD 147* Massimo Super 2CYCLE FUJI KOSAN Co., LTD 081FKK002 FC 148* SUPER SPORT 2 FUJI KOSAN Co., LTD 081FKK402 FC 149 Genuine Motor Oil Genuine Scooters, LLC 001GEN002 FD 150* SAE 2T Synthetic Engine Oil General Motors Japan Ltd, … faller) someone made a mistake(No oil)mixing his gas. But echo was smart. I run the stihl ultra for the extra insurance. How old is your mix? See more like this. stihl, echo, husqvarna, red max, shindiawa, basically any name brand 2 cycle oil is going to work fine, be 50:1 and in spec, as well as most include stabilizer in the already in the bottle. At $10 a quart , it's half the price of Stihl Ultra, 40% Less than Echo Red Armor, Half the price of Motul 800 and similar high end synthetic 2T oils. Red Armor= JUNK! When I questioned the dealer (and an e-mail to Stihl) they say that Ultra is the best, and should have no change other than cleaner running engines. I will say this though from running the two. The Red Armor oil included in the mix is the key differentiator. My buddy with the saw shop has sent me a lot of pics of different saw's lower-ends that looked pretty dry on (stihl ultra) 50:1. Lol. 50:1 Pre-mixed Ethanol Free Fuel ECHO 1 Gal. Using fuel with greater than 10% ethanol content may cause damage to your equipment and may void your STIHL warranty. Said that Stihl FB synthetic mix would not do. Red Armor 2.6 oz. It may not display this or other websites correctly. oz – 1 Gallon Mix (80036) 5.0 out of 5 stars 4. Echo 6550050 Red Armor Oil (4) 1 Gallon Bottles . Unlike a mineral oil that aids combustion high quality synthetics resist combustion. Updated November 13, 2020 by Brett Dvoretz Resources. 10 x 100ml GREEN STIHL HP SUPER 2 STROKE OIL PART SYNTHETIC 1 ONE SHOT STHIL. Oct 1, 2017 #6 Castrol R bean oil, baby! The echo red armor mix was not heavy in fumes and did not … Add to Cart . Does yellow look the same to your brain as it does mine? NEW - STIHL 0781 319 … Ebay; Consumer Reports; Target; Wikipedia; CPSC.gov; Top 10; Buyer's Guide; Editor; This wiki has … $26.32. ECHO 6550025 PK6 Red Armor 6.4oz 2-Stroke Oil Mix, 2.5 Gallon (50:1) 5.0 out of 5 stars 67. The oil is … … I run 50:1 in everything and have for about 3yrs. Model: 6550050 Case. Just trying to get some input on running echo red armor at 40:1 in a mastermind xtra banana 2171 johnny. The 8 year old trimmer seems to be running better than it ever did. In this video I discuss the Echo Red Armor two stroke oil challenge and review. Stihl HP Ultra 100ml One Shot 2 Stroke Oil Part No.0781 319 8060 Pack Of 10. Genius First member of ASlite to receive … Its actually a fairly high quality synthetic oil which is why it don't work so well in chainsaws. I have been running Stihl HP Ultra for about 5 years now. See more like this. I have a 12 year old gt 200r and just bought two new units this year an es 250 and a pas 225. Shindaiwa One 2-Cycle Oil 6 Pack 6.4 fl. I will say this though from running the two. 2. I noticed the engines were running rough, and would have to adjust the carb slightly.

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