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      11-02-2014, 01:17 PM   #1
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Any Difference?

So...Castrol TWS 10w-60 vs. Castrol 10w-60 FST...

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      11-04-2014, 10:45 AM   #2
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83 views and no replies?!? No one knows if there is a difference or not??

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The FST is fully synth? I honestly don't know..

Is the TWS not synthetic?
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afaik, FST is the one with titanium fluid strength added. Does it say on the back recommended for M?
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Both say exclusive approval for BMW M models. Nothing about Titanium on either bottle. It's a mystery. LOL
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So here are a few more pics of each of the bottles

Castrol Edge Professional
TWS 10w-60

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Both appear to have the same Specs...both say Exclusive approval for BMW M-Models

The TWS has a BMW Part number.

But other than that...

I don't know what the difference(s) are. Anyone with any knowledge about this please shed some light on this mystery. Thanks.
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It's the same oil. One is the version sold by BMW dealers, the other is one sold to Euro/indie shops.

If you don't believe me, look up the TDS (technical data sheet) for each -- identical.
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83 views and no replies?!? No one knows if there is a difference or not??



Please use a more descriptive thread title next time and you might get more help, e.g. "Difference between Edge Professional TWS and FST?"
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