Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
straight weight engine oil — See single grade engine oil … Dictionary of automotive terms
straight weight — Term designating motor oil as suitable for use within a narrow range of temperatures. Outside the narrow temperature range its flow characteristics will not adequately lubricate … Dictionary of automotive terms
oil — A substance that lubricates and cools the moving parts of the engine and reduces the formation of rust and corrosion. It contains additives which fights the corrosion of bearings, keeps small particles in suspension, reduces engine wear, and… … Dictionary of automotive terms
weight engine oil — See straight weight engine oil … Dictionary of automotive terms
single-grade oil — oil suitable for use within a narrow temperature range; outside this range, its flow characteristics will not allow adequate lubrication. Also called straight weight oil. Compare multigrade oil … Dictionary of automotive terms
Straight-6 — The straight 6 or inline 6 engine (often abbreviated I6 or L6) is a six cylinder internal combustion engine with all six cylinders mounted in a straight line along the crankcase. The single bank of cylinders may be oriented in either a vertical… … Wikipedia
Straight razor — A straight razor with square point and a double transverse stabiliser Main article: Razor A straight razor is a razor with a blade that can fold into its handle.[1] … Wikipedia
engine oil — Oil within the engine used to lubricate the moving components. At one time the oil was a single grade, but modern engines use a multigrade oil. Also see straight weight engine oil synthetic engine oil … Dictionary of automotive terms
Vegetable oil economy — is the potential of vegetable oil to replace fossil fuels in the economy and how it compares to other potential replacements. Vegetable oils are the basis of biodiesel, which can be used like conventional diesel. Some vegetable oil blends are… … Wikipedia
Motor oil — For the TV documentary focused on the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League, see Oil Change (TV Series). Motor oil sample Motor oil or engine oil is an oil used for lubrication of various internal combustion engines. The main function is… … Wikipedia
