Is Moly good for engines?

LIQUI MOLY Oil Additive was the first product we put on the market. It now features an improved formula. The solid lubricant MoS2 it contains reduces wear, especially on older engines, and improves the durability and function of the components.

What is Molybdenum disulfide oil?

In the lubrication world, Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is a compound that’s used as a dry lubricant. Molybdenum disulfide is an inorganic compound that is composed of molybdenum and sulfur. This form of moly is 100% oil-soluble which allows it to remain suspended in the motor oil and provides all the benefits of MoS2.

What is Molly in motor oil?

First of all, I should point out that “moly” (molybdenum) is one the most common anti-wear/friction modifier additive used in most modern motor oils – including AMSOIL’s offerings – as well as in other lubricants, such as Greases.

Why is molybdenum disulfide added to gear oils?

Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), an extremely effective dry lubricant, is added to the base oil to provide extra protection against friction. This compound has been tested in various test equipment to determine its performance characteristics.

Why is there molybdenum in my engine?

3) molybdenum as an additive. It is molybdenum disulphide, which acts the same as graphite would as a solid lubricant within the oil and has some synergistic effects with other anti wear additives.

What is molybdenum disulfide oil?

Molybdenum disulfide is used as a dry lubricant in, e.g. greases, dispersions, friction materials and bonded coatings. Molybdenum-sulfur complexes may be used in suspension but more commonly dissolved in lubricating oils at concentrations of a few percent.

Why do you not use Moly based engine oil?

Molybdenum compounds in motor oils can degrade and cause bearing corrosion and is particularly aggressive towards copper. In almost all cases, any engine oil formula having “moly” will also contain a Copper Deactivator which will protect bearings from the moly compounds.

What does molybdenum dialkyldithcarbamate do in motor oil?

This form of moly is 100% oil-soluble – which means that it remains suspended in the motor oil and does not fall out of suspension. Molybdenum Dialkyldithiocarbamate (MoDTC) is an organo-molybdenum compound. The oil-soluble moly’s are considered to be organo-metallic friction reducers. They also provide very effective oxidation resistance.