Automatic Transmission Fluids To Keep Your Vehicles Humming

Did you know an estimated 90 percent of automatic transmission failures are caused by overheating? Transmission fluid is a key component of your vehicle’s operation and overall performance. It’s responsible for lubricating mechanical parts, conditioning the gasket, maintaining fluid pressure, cooling, preventing oxidation and preventing rust.

When your transmission fluid is low, your car won’t generate as much hydraulic pressure, leading to gear slippage. This causes your vehicle to reach high RPMs and accelerate slowly.

So before your dashboard lights up with that warning light indicator that your transmission fluid temperature is hotter than normal or running low, it’s time to take action. At STARFIRE, we have a great line of automatic transmission fluid that is formulated to meet or exceed all OEM specifications at huge savings versus other larger brands.

STARFIRE Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid

This high-performance, multi-vehicle transmission fluid is specially formulated for use in most high-viscosity planetary gear transmission applications. STARFIRE Full Synthetic MV ATF is manufactured using premium synthetics and an additive package for superior protection from corrosion and wear as well as severe anti-shudder durability. Suitable for use in most passenger cars and light trucks, it’s available by the quart or in bulk packaging.

STARFIRE DEXRON^®-VI Low Viscosity Automatic Transmission Fluid

This full synthetic, high-quality automatic transmission fluid, available by the quart or in bulk, is designed to meet the specific requirements of General Motors automatic transmissions calling for DEXRON^®-VI fluid. This high-quality product is also suitable for use where DEXRON^®-II, DEXRON^®-III, JASO M315(1A), Mercon^® SP, Toyota^® WS, or Toyota^® T-IV fluids are recommended.

STARFIRE ATF+4^® Automatic Transmission Fluid

STARFIRE ATF+4^® is designed for use in all Chrysler automatic transmissions and other applications where ATF+4 is recommended. Available by the quart or in bulk, STARFIRE ATF+4^® maintains its properties at high temperatures and under extreme loads and operating conditions. Approved by Chrysler^® Fluids group for all Chrysler^® transmissions, STARFIRE ATF+4^® offers correct flow and frictional properties, and ensures smooth operation in Chrysler^® equipment.

STARFIRE Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid

STARFIRE Type F ATF is specially formulated using high-quality lubricating oils and a technologically advanced additive system. It is engineered to extend transmission life and for the smooth operation of Ford^®’s automatic transmissions not requiring MERCON^® or DEXRON^® type fluid. Available by the quart or in bulk, Type F ATF is approved for all Ford^® automatic transmissions built prior to 1977 and certain models for years 1977 through 1980. It meets Ford^®’s specification for high static friction fluid and all warranty requirements for transmissions recommending a Type F fluid.

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Get Ready For The Cold Season With STARFIRE

Before you know it, cold weather will be here, and STARFIRE antifreeze is designed to protect your machines so that they run more efficiently with increased longevity. The STARFIRE difference is that we provide huge savings on antifreeze and coolant products that still meet or exceed all OEM requirements versus other large brands. Here are a few of our antifreeze and coolant products to use during winter to protect your machinery.

STARFIRE Purefleet Heavy Duty ELC

For your diesel-powered truck, farm, off-road or marine equipment with gasoline engines made of aluminum or other engine metals, STARFIRE Purefleet Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant is a premium heavy duty product that provides freeze protection to -34°F. Available in concentrate and 50/50 pre-diluted formulas, this product provides superior corrosion protection during the cold weather and extended life protection up to 300,000 miles or 6,000 hours when flushed and filled according to directions.

STARFIRE Purefleet Extreme Heavy Duty ELC

During the winter months, STARFIRE Purefleet Extreme Heavy Duty ELC provides protection for your machines, including trucks, off-road equipment, passenger cars, vans, SUVs and heavy duty fleet vehicles, with extended life protection for 750,000 miles when flushed and filled according to directions. It is designed to prevent corrosion for all cooling system metals such as aluminum, steel, cast iron, copper, brass and solder.

STARFIRE Purefleet SCA Precharged Antifreeze/Coolant

Like the Purefleet Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant, STARFIRE’s Purefleet SCA Precharged Antifreeze/Coolant is a premium virgin, ethylene glycol-based heavy duty product designed to keep your diesel-powered truck, farm, off-road and marine machines running longer and more efficiently during the colder months. It also provides freeze protection in all heavy duty application systems at temperatures reaching -34°F.

STARFIRE Purecool Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant

STARFIRE Purecool Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant is designed for GM® vehicles that require DEX-COOL® coolant in addition to other cars and light duty trucks during the winter. It protects aluminum and all engine metals and meets GM and Ford performance specifications.

STARFIRE RV & Marine Antifreeze

If you are planning on using your boat or RV during the colder months, STARFIRE’s RV & Marine Antifreeze is an economical alternative for the winterization of your vehicles by providing burst protection in portable water systems down to -50°F. This non-toxic antifreeze does not require mixing and is safe for all fresh-water systems.

Order from STARFIRE or become a distributor

If you would like to order our antifreeze and coolant products that protect your machines in the colder months, or are interested in becoming a STARFIRE distributor, send us a message or give us a call at 888-258-8723. Stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn! Also take a look at our Starfire merchandise for T-shirts, koozies, bottle openers, glasses, water bottles, hats, hoodies and more.

 

Keeping You On The Road Despite Spikes In Gas Prices

 

You’ve felt it at the pump, and gas prices are rising all over the United States. The Rocky Mountain region’s gas prices were up $1.27 a gallon from this time last year, and $.48 higher than the US. average price. The West Coast region has experienced similar trends. August 2, its retail gasoline prices were $3.91 per gallon, or $.76 a gallon higher than the U.S. average price. Mississippi, which typically is one of the states with the lowest gas prices, is seeing an increase year-over-year of $1.11 per gallon.

More Demand, Less Supply

The US demand for gasoline has returned to almost pre-pandemic normal levels, but supply has diminished. The Rocky Mountain region used to have 16 refineries, until HollyFrontier announced it was closing its refinery in Wyoming, which had 7 percent of the region’s total refining capacity. As of July 2021, total gasoline inventories were at its lowest level since 2013.

The West Coast region also experienced a supply reduction, when Marathon Martinez in California announced its closure in mid 2020. Phillips 66 refinery in California also recently announced it will stop refining petroleum renewable fuels. This will likely impact the state’s gasoline supply and imports.

Pipeline testing posed logistical constraints, which reduced flows of finished products and impacted customer deliveries. This low inventory has resulted in a spike in gas prices.

 

How This Impacts The Industries We Serve

For the trucking industry, higher gas prices is catastrophic. Transporting goods to and from warehouses, and ultimately to the consumer, is critical to our economy. Truckers are now paying a lot more to haul loads to destinations. Plagued with long hours, high turnover and now the gasoline crunch, the economy needs more truck drivers not less. But they are all feeling the pinch of the increasing gas prices.

The marine industries are experiencing the same pain, paying more in fuel to transport the same load.

 

STARFIRE Is Here To Help

We recognize the toll that the increased price of oil and gas can have for our customers, and while we can’t control industry trends, we can offer you quality products for less to help your bottom line. Our automotive fluids keep your vehicles running strong. By reducing friction, they extend the life of your engines and industrial equipment. Our products are formulated to meet or exceed all OEM specifications at huge savings compared to other larger brands.

So whether you operate construction machines, agricultural equipment, railroad and marine transport, or any other method of transportation, STARFIRE is committed to keeping you on the road and moving ahead. With products engineered to withstand your individual challenges, your vehicles will continue running efficiently, profitably and on-time, every time, despite any liquid price fluctuation.

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Automotive Engine Oil vs. Marine Engine Oil

 

Automotive and marine engines run in very different ways, with each engine type needing to meet different emission and fuel economy standards. Let’s take a look at the different types of engines and the products they require.

 

Marine Oil

Marine engines and oil must handle the high RPMs and constant heavy loads. Temperature cycling in a marine engine is also very different because of the lake, sea or river water. Marine oil must have the ability to withstand moisture and corrosion more than automotive engine oil because of the high RPMs. Strong film stretch in marine engine oil protects the engine while under constant stress and load.

 

The extra addition of antioxidants in oil is important for marine engine longevity. Boats and fleets require products that keep machines running efficiently and on-time, so our Marine Products withstand all challenges faced in extreme environments.

 

Marine Engine Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil

Our Marine Engine Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oils are high-performance hydraulic fluids formulated from select base stocks and advanced additive technology. Our formula delivers the ultimate protection and extends operating life. Containing active anti-wear agents, antioxidation, anti-corrosion, anti-rust and anti-foam additive components, our Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oils will keep your marine engine running efficiently.

Purefleet Antifreeze

Whether you need our Purefleet SCA Precharged Antifreeze/Coolant, our Purefleet Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant or our Purefleet EXTREME Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant, you’ll get superior corrosion protection for all cooling system metals, including aluminum, steel, cast iron, copper, brass and solder. Available in concentrate and 50/50 prediluted formulas, our antifreezes are made of a low silicate, phosphate-free formulation for long-lasting inhibition and corrosion protection.

Automotive Engine Oil

In most cases, automotive engines will be carrying a light load and stay at a cruising pace. Automotive engines run at controlled temperatures, keeping operations running and fuel usage consistent. Vehicles are our lifeline and require no-nonsense products. STARFIRE Automotive Products meet and exceed OEM specifications, keeping you on the road with products blended to do the same as larger branded products at a lesser price.

Premium Plus 15W-40 Automotive Engine Oil    

This premium diesel engine oil meets the latest requirements for EGR/EGP engines. Our oil meets or exceeds API CK-4/SN. The product is backward compatible with CJ-4, CI-4 PLUS, CI-4 and CH-4. Also, Premium Plus 15W-40 Engine oil meets MACK EOS-4.5, EO-O Premium Plus, EO- N, Volvo VDS-4.5, VDS-4, VDS-3, Caterpillar ECF-3, ECF-2, Cummins CES20086, CES20081, CES 20077, Detroit Diesel 93K222, 93K218, 93K215, Daimler MB 228.31, MTU Category 2.1 and Renault RLD-4, RLD-3. All our premium products are available in bulk packaging.

Purefleet Extreme Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant

Your automotive engines will continue running smoothly and efficiently and with our Heavy Duty ELC Antifreeze/Coolant. This product provides total cooling system protection for 750,000 on-road miles, without any additives. Our product is a premium, virgin, ethylene glycol-based heavy-duty antifreeze/coolant. 

At STARFIRE, our products will help your engines run more efficiently, profitably and on-time every time. Do not hesitate to call to learn more at 888-258-8723. Stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn! Also take a look at our Starfire merchandise for T-shirts, koozies, bottle openers, glasses, water bottles, hats, hoodies and more.

 

STARFIRE SENTRY Fluid Analysis Program

 

We know what’s most important to you is keeping your machines humming so you can get ahead. You need to know what’s happening inside your equipment from the condition of your lubricant to component wear and contamination threats. That’s why we offer the STARFIRE SENTRY Fluid Analysis Program, so you can have a snapshot of what’s happening inside your equipment at all times.

 

With the STARFIRE SENTRY Fluid Analysis program, you can identify dirt, wear particles and other contaminants that can cause catastrophic failure or significantly shorten equipment life.

 

When you make STARFIRE SENTRY an integral part of your preventive maintenance program, you will be able to: safely extend oil drain intervals, extend equipment life, minimize downtime by identifying minor problems before they become major failures, maximize asset reliability and optimize filtration performance.

                            

Why Sample?                                     

Regular sampling with STARFIRE SENTRY will provide the necessary information you need to continually maximize asset reliability. Monitoring results over an extended period of time will ensure the component is functioning properly and not wearing excessively. You will also confirm oil quality, extend oil drains to maximize oil life, reduce costs and provide proper protection for the component.                                                                                

STARFIRE SENTRY Fluid Analysis Features

You can rest assured our high-quality testing is completed by an independent, ISO 17025 A2LA-accredited laboratory. Results are available immediately online upon sample processing completion, so you can have access to your data while you’re on the go.        

How Do I Submit A Sample?                               

Contact your STARFIRE SENTRY Sales Representative to order your test kits and set up an account number, login and password. Once online you will be able to access Management Reports, Sample Reports, Sample Submissions, Equipment Lists and the Technical Library. We’re here to help you keep your equipment humming! Stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!