Talk:Two-stroke oil

Does the information about substandard oil for sale in Pakistan really belong in this article? Unfortunately, the source doesn't say much about what the consequences of this substandard oil are or what exactly makes it deficient. Unless someone has more information on this and can make it fit this article better, I propose it be removed. -- unsigned comment by User:129.105.86.122

The tidbit is interesting (100% of samples "adulterated"), but I agree there is not nearly enough context to make it appropriate for the article as-is. --Dystopos 23:18, 25 January 2006 (UTC)

2-cycle oil: How to make it? Because of the cost of 2-cycle oil it would be nice to know how to convert standard motor oil to 2-cycle oil for use in chain saws and lawn edgers etc. In my opinion the article and comments should remain on the site. The only people who will not like this discussion are the oil companies. 13:12, 15 November 2007 (UTC)

I think there should be some reference in the main article about some (or most?) 2t oils being shipped pre-diluted, as a result of people not shaking the can enough when premixing, or letting it sit causing phase separation, or oil injection systems used in freezing temperatures that don't flow enough oil. The result? we get pre-diluted oil to ensure mixing and ensure flow. I think users should be aware of this. There's no guarantee that the OEM considered this when deciding on the recommended oil ratio.

Differences?
How does this type of oil differ from conventional motor oils, what would happen if I mixed in 10W30 in my chainsaw instead? Article needs to expand into this area.--Hooperbloob 20:21, 17 February 2007 (UTC)

A: as it states, 2 stroke oil should be lower in ash to prevent engine problems.

It should also mention that newer 2 stroke oils are available in "low smoke", and work very well. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Flight Risk (talk • contribs) 03:45, 22 February 2010 (UTC) Two stroke chainsaws need two stroke oil designed for premix application, as used in two stroke  motor mowers. For lubricating of the chain however, any oil will do.