2-cycle oil question?

[BoneDigger]

My motor is a 2000 model 90 HP Mercury (Classic)<br /><br />Here's my question. I have nearly a gallon of Evinrude 2-cycle oil that's probably 4 years old. It has been in my garage so it has not been in the elements. It says that it is TC-W3 certified. Would this be OK to use in my Mercury? If it would not be safe, or if there is even a doubt, I will not use it. I appreciate any input.<br /><br />Todd

 

[ZmOz]

Re: 2-cycle oil question?

That will be fine. Oil doesn't go bad for a very long time.

 

[LubeDude]

Re: 2-cycle oil question?

Go for it, not a problem! Just dont tell it you are putting it in a Mercury.

 

[quantumleap]

Re: 2-cycle oil question?

Use it up then try a synthetic or synth. blend and see if you like the improvements.

 

[LubeDude]

Re: 2-cycle oil question?

Originally posted by Quantumleap:<br /> Use it up then try a synthetic or synth. blend and see if you like the improvements.

I thought that was my line? <br /><br />Good to se others starting to speak up about synthetics.

 

[quantumleap]

Re: 2-cycle oil question?

Well Lubbie, You got me there! I used to be skeptical but I made the switch to full synth. The smoother idle and GREATLY reduced smoke made a believer outta me!