- AMERICA’S #1 RACING OIL is recommended for high-performance oline engines as well as those burning full or partial alcohol fuels.
- FULL SYNTHETIC FORMULA is engineered specifically for modern and classic high-performance engines both on and off the track, which includes flat-tappet and performance cam motors..
- SPECIAL FRICTION MODIFIERS help minimize friction, keeping heat at bay for maximum power and torque at high RPMs..
- 2X MORE ZINC FOR EXTREME WEAR PROTECTION for even greater film strength and anti-wear protection on critical engine components such as pistons, cams and bearings.
- ENHANCED ANTI-FOAM AGENTS SAFEGUARD CRITICAL PARTS in high speeds and extreme conditions.
- AMERICAN MADE & FORMULATED to maximize your engine’s life and improve it’s performance.
Product Description
-------------------
From drag strips to paved and dirt ovals, racing performance
demands race-level protection. Which is why motorsport teams and
enthusiasts depend on Valvoline VR1 20W-50 Synthetic Racing Motor
Oil, America’s #1 racing oil. Our exclusive high zinc and
phosphorus fully synthetic formula is engineered specifically for
modern and classic high-performance engines both on and off the
track, which includes flat-tappet and performance cam motors.
It’s ly designed to reduce internal friction and enhance
power output, while protecting critical engine parts from wear
under the extreme conditions of racing. While its high load
carrying characteristics, minimum foaming under stress and
maximum resistance to thermal degradation ensure stability and
lubrication. Valvoline VR1 Synthetic 20W-50 Racing Motor Oil is
recommended for high-performance oline engines as well as
those burning full or partial alcohol fuels. It is not
recommended for vehicles with catalytic converters or in wet
clutches. Go with the proven winner, Valvoline. The trusted motor
oil brand for over 150 years.
.com
----
Motor oil is made from crude oil and is used to lubricate, clean,
and cool engines. Types of motor oil include conventional,
synthetic, diesel, bio-based, hybrid (blends of conventional and
synthetic), and recycled oils. Motor oil varies in weight and
viscosity, as well as additives that some manufacturers add to
the oil during the refining process. A numerical code system
created by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) grades motor
oils according to viscosity--the higher the number between 0 and
60, the more viscous (thicker) the oil is. Most consumer motor
oils are graded by two numbers, with the first number indicating
cold weather (Winter or "W") performance.
SAE 20W-50
----------
This oil has a weight of SAE 20W-50, meaning it has an SAE
viscosity rating of 20 in cold temperatures and a rating of 50 at
normal operating temperature. Always check your vehicle's owner's
manual to verify that this is the correct weight of motor oil for
your vehicle.
Full Synthetic Oil
------------------
This oil is a full synthetic oil, meaning crude oil is not used
in making it. Synthetic oil can be used in vehicle engines
instead of motor oils refined from crude oil, and often provides
superior mechanical performance over traditional motor oil,
including increased mileage and reduced engine wear at
extreme temperatures. Its complex method of production means it
can often cost more than conventional motor oil.
Racing Oil
----------
Racing oils are designed for track cars and other types of
high-compression vehicles intended for motorsports competition.
They contain particular additives for increased engine horsepower
and reduced friction on metal parts, and provide special
protection for engines with high compression or higher
horsepower. Racing oils usually include fewer detergents than
regular conventional motor oils.
Please note that many, if not all, oils labelled as racing oils
are not street legal, and it is not recommended to put racing oil
in a conventional passenger vehicle. Make sure to double-check
the product label as well as the specifications of your vehicle
to ensure proper usage.
P.when('A').execute(function(A) {
A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse',
function(data) {
window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100);
});
});
From the Manufacturer
---------------------
-----------------------------------------------------------------
Valvoline VR1 Racing Motor Oil - High Zinc Provides Race-Level
Protection for Any Vehicle
-----------------------------------------------------------------
Valvoline offers a line of racing motor oils that are designed
for the serious racer. Race car engines are operated at high
speeds for hours at a time. In order to get optimal performance
from your engine, it is important to choose the right racing
motor oil.
Racing oils are critical for creating a balance between
preventing wear and engine failure while maintaining power and
durability. Valvoline racing oils are optimized for track use and
engineered to provide you with maximum horsepower while
protecting engine parts in extreme racing conditions. Each racing
oil product has been engineered with both power and durability in
mind. Plus, they are specially formulated with zinc and
phosphorus additives to create a protective film that reduces
metal-to-metal contact and friction on engine parts.
More NA Sprint Cup and top NHRA crew chiefs use Valvoline.
Valvoline Racing Oil's exclusive chemistry is designed to reduce
friction and enhance power. It is among the most popular engine
lubricants in all types of racing including paved and dirt ovals,
and drag racing. It is formulated for race engines, but
compatible with passenger vehicles too.
---------------------------------------------------------------
Frequently Asked Questions About Valvoline VR1 Racing Motor Oil
---------------------------------------------------------------
When did Valvoline start making motor oil specifically for
racing?
Racers have been depending on Valvoline for more than 100 years.
Valvoline formulated the first racing motor oil in 1965 and
Valvoline VR-1 Racing Motor Oil is the best-selling motor oil of
all time. It can also be used for today's cars.
What are the benefits to using a racing oil versus a regular
"street legal" oil?
The Valvoline VR1 Racing and "Not Street Legal" Racing Oils
contain additional additives for increased horsepower and reduced
friction on metal parts, provide extra wear protection for high
compression/higher horsepower engines, and include less
detergents than regular conventional motor oils.
What is zinc?
The anti-wear additive simply referred to as "zinc" by most car
enthusiasts is actually short for Zinc DialkylDithiophosphates or
ZDDP. Its primary role is to prevent metal-to-metal contact
between engine parts by forming a protective film. Despite being
referred to as "zinc," this additive actually contains zinc and
phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear function.
Why have the zinc/phosphorus levels in motor oil changed?
With ever increasing limits on emissions, automobile
manufacturers have tightened emission control systems on newer
vehicles. This is one of several factors considered when the
American Petroleum Institute (API) sets standards for motor oil.
The current API standard is "SM" which replaced the previous "SL"
classification. Because phosphorus can poison a vehicle's
emission system, the level of zinc is lower for current motor
oil.
What is the controversy surrounding the a of zinc in motor
oil?
Many hands-on car enthusiasts and engine experts believe the
lower levels of zinc in "SM" motor oil is causing excessive wear
in older style push-rod and flat tappet engines. This is despite
the fact that all new motor oil classifications are intended to
be backward compatible. This has resulted in the widely accepted
belief that modern motor oil is not adequate to protect older
engines.
What solutions does Valvoline offer to the zinc issue?
Valvoline offers two solutions to the zinc issue:
1. Valvoline VR1: Contains 75% higher zinc than SM motor oil
with a balanced additive package designed to work in both racing
and street-legal applications. This product will protect older
style push-rod and flat tappet engines. Valvoline provides this
product in both multi and mono viscosity grades: 20w50, straight
50, 10w30, straight 30, straight 40, and straight 60.
2. Longer-Lasting Zinc/Phosphorus: Valvoline uses an advanced
zinc/phosphorus additive that keeps higher levels of phosphorus
in the motor oil where it protects the engine instead of
poisoning the catalytic converter. Valvoline is the only brand
offering this unique additive across its entire line of passenger
car motor oils including SynPower -- the only synthetic offering
this additive.
Which oil has more zinc/ZDDP: VR1 or "Not Street Legal" oil?
Valvoline VR1 Racing Oil contains .13% of Zinc and .12% of
Phosphorus compared to the Valvoline "Not Street Legal" Racing
Oil which contains .14% of Zinc and .13% of Phosphorus.
Can I use an additive to boost the zinc level?
You can use an additive to increase the zinc level. However,
check with your motor oil manufacturer to ensure the additive is
compatible with your motor oil.
Is VR1 a conventional oil, a synthetic or a blend?
Valvoline VR1 is a conventional, non-synthetic racing oil.
See more ( javascript:void(0) )