If Lake says it’s good, I believe him. I just wanted to start off with that. Lake Speed Jr. is one of the smartest folks in the automotive aftermarket, is a real life oil analyst and engineer, and has designed some of the best engine oils in the aftermarket for hot rodders and racers alike. He’s earned his stripes, and that’s why I trust him when it comes to engine oils. So how does this Valvoline Restore and Protect actually work? According to Valvoline it works miracles, and I’ve heard a few claims from other folks that seem to support it. But what does Lake have to say?
Check out these real tests and let us know what you think. The video on the bottom of the page is the oldest, and the one at the top is the newest that goes with the description below.
Video Description:
Valvoline claims “Restore & Protect returns pistons to factory clean by removing up to 100% of deposits when used as directed,” so a Ford EcoBoost engine ran 500,000 miles on conventional 5W-30 motor oil. After that mileage, Valvoline tore it down for inspection, they found 7 cold-stuck piston rings. The engine was then reassembled and run on Valvoline Restore & Protect 5W-30 for multiple oil change intervals (approximately 150+ hours). In this video, we reveal: • The before & after piston condition • What “stuck” rings actually mean • Used oil analysis results from the test • Whether cleaning deposits caused increased wear
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