Amsoil in ice augers

[schmoe147]

I own a strikemaster auger and I'm going to be using the amsoils saber 100:1 oil. My auger recommends mixing 24:1 but when I mix it 24:1 it seems to be way to rich, it gets boggy and smokes alot. on the back of the oil it says good for chainsaws, augers et.... just wondering with amsoil can I mix it 100:1 and will it be alright for the auger?

[FISHINGURU]

yes sir

[captainshane]

I 2nd the "yes sir". You may want to start at 50:1 for a tank or so. Then work ur way up. I run my eskimo auger at 80:1.

Runs much better then the 24:1!

[slammer]

I wouldnt expect much life out of your motors by running them lean. Them little guys run hot and fast and need the lubrication. The manufacturer puts the ratio on them for a reason. I have personally witnessed a couple "meltdowns" from running too lean. Its your machine, do what you want. My .02

[LakeoftheWoods]

but amzoil is no "usual" oil.

[storm_rider_1]

check out the other amsoil thread lots of good info

[Borch]

Based on the info from strikemaster you can use synthetic as long as it's 50:1 or richer and still be cover under their warranty.

[JSK76]

I talked to an engineer from Jiffy this summer and asked him about the Saber oil and he said is fine as long as you mix it 40:1 he also said he has been having a lot of augers come in seized up from going too lean with the Saber.

[schmoe147]

storm rider where are the other amsoil threads

[schmoe147]

storm rider where are the other amsoil threads

[Phred52]

Amsoil is probably the BEST thing you can use in your auger (for that matter any 2 stroke)!! Just watch your application as marine engines use a different Amsoil. Read some of the other past threads on Amsoil. I personally have been using it now for ~14 years. I have 1 gas can of 100:1 mix for my auger, 2 chainsaws, 2 lawnboy lawnmowers, weedwhip. It's so nice not to have to worry if I have the mix 'right'! Phred52

[Northlander]

I have ran Amsoil Saber in my augers for about 8 years now and havent had any issues at all. I run mine at about 90 to 1 and no issues. I run it in all my 2 strokes motors and have had no issues with any of them.

[crothmeier]

if i had a nickel for everytime this has been asked!! haha.

[McGurk]

Amsoil Sabre Pro mixed at 80:1 for all of my 2-strokers!

[Esox_Magnum]

Amsoil Sabre Pro mixed at 80:1 for all of my 2-strokers!

Ditto

[hamms-scooter]

Which stores carry the amsoil sabre?

[Rebeleye]

Which stores carry the amsoil sabre?

I've noticed a few people say that Napa carries it.

[theoilman]

AMSOIL Saber Professional direct order link

AMSOIL Product code ATP

With this link I get credit for it. Shipped direct to your door via UPS, for most on FM from the Superior, WI distribution center 1 or 2 business day shipping.

Saber Professional is guaranteed safe lubrication at 100-1, though many prefer to use it richer at 80-1

Two most popular package sizes: "Pillow pack" that mixes 1 gallon of gas at 100-1 (or .8 gallon at 80-1); and 8-oz bottle that will mix 6 gallons at 100-1 or 5 gallons at 80-1.

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[rushlakeboy]

How about the new strikemasters with their new solo motor? That thing is running over 8000 rpm.

[Rivernut]

80:1 for me also. Started using it in my 12 yr. old lasermag, and it runs better, starts better, and virtually no smoke. Great stuff!

[aczr2k]

I don't ever mix by sabre at 100:1 I try to stay around the 80:1. At least if your off on the mix a little your still safe. I also pour from the bottle, can't find pillow packs locally and I refuse to pay shipping on oil.

[fishnowworknever]

Red Rooster carries it.

[bullheaded]

The bait shop in St.Francis has the 100 to 1 Sabre pillows.

[schweady]

I mix my Amzoil at 80:1 more or less out of convenience... 8 oz bottle goes in 5 gallons of gas. Auger, snowblower, garden tiller.

6.25 gallons of gas would bring it to 100:1, but no gas cans rattling around the garage at that size...

L&M is the only place I've found the 8 oz'ers.

[storm_rider_1]

storm rider where are the other amsoil threads

here is a couple

http://www.hotspotoutdoors.com/forum/ubb...ger#Post2096316

http://www.hotspotoutdoors.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/2098782/1

I run all my small engines 80:1 with amsoil, good stuff.