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What’s The Difference Between GL4 and GL5 Gear Oil?

May 20, 2025

49 North Lubricants sells two types of Gear Oil, so what's The Difference Between GL4 and GL5 Gear Oil? GL4 Is An Industrial Gear Oil Specification Industrial gear oil is used for gear driven industrial applications, such as conveyors, mills, presses and is meant to protect the gears as they reduce the speed of input shafts and thus increase the torque of their output. GL5 Is An Automotive Gear Oil…

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Leave Conventional 15W40 Engine Oil in the Cold

November 19, 2024

Are you still using Conventional 15W40 engine oil? While it may have been a reliable choice in the past, it's time to consider upgrading to a more advanced lubricant: 5W40 synthetic oil. At 49 North Lubricants, we understand the importance of choosing the right oil for your vehicle, especially during the harsh winter months. That's why we recommend 5W40 synthetic oil to our customers. Let's delve into the five key…

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Delo 600: Protect your DPF and Save Money

September 25, 2024

Delo 600 ADF, a premium heavy-duty engine oil, is designed to optimize the performance of your diesel-powered equipment. With its advanced formulation and exceptional benefits, it stands out as a reliable choice for a wide range of applications. This blog will explore the specific benefits and applications of this product. Furthermore, it will use research to illustrate how it can protect your equipment and save you money. Key Benefits of…

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Optimizing Your Drain Interval

September 11, 2024

Determining the optimal drain interval for your lubricants is crucial for maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and controlling operating costs. Many people tend to use OEM specified drain intervals however, there are numerous factors that influence this decision. This includes equipment specifics, operating conditions, cost considerations, performance implications, and the insights gained from oil analysis. This blog will explore some of the factors that influence your decision when choosing the…

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How to Protect Your Equipment During Extended Use

August 20, 2024

Sometimes due to deadlines or factors beyond our control, we are forced to push our machinery to the limits. Periods of extended use can have significant impacts on the overall health of our equipment. However, with the right planning and maintenance strategies, we can ensure our machinery stays healthy, even during periods of heavy use. This blog will use harvest season as an example of heavy equipment use, but the…

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