Is Delvac 1 synthetic?
Yes. Delvac 1 is an advanced technology, high-performance commercial engine oil. It is designed to extend oil-drain intervals and maximize engine life. Delvac 1 is based on a unique combination of components that are specially formulated to meet a wide range of performance criteria. 17. I have been hearing about new base stock technology called hydrocracking or hydroprocessing that is supposed to provide synthetic performance at conventional oil prices. What can you tell me about this? Hydroprocessing is one of the processes for manufacturing lube basestocks; hydrocracking is a form of hydroprocessing. A wide quality range of basestocks can be, and are, produced by hydroprocessing. The majority of hydroprocessed basestocks produced in the U.S. today, are, for the most part, equivalent to conventionally refined stocks. High-performance lubricants derive their “edge” through their total formulation, using a range of basestock and additive technologies. We are unaware of any product on th
