Should I use any Fuel Additives?
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Originally Posted by VikingDiesel
You think STP will be any good? Theres another brand I cant think of the name, its sold at all Truck stops and Truck stores, Kenworth, Peterbilt.....etc Its a long clear bottle and says Injector cleaners, Know what im talkin about?
the one you are asking about is LUCAS INJECTOR CLEANER ADDITIVE,
it is a great product to be used occationally........it does FOR A FACT CLEAN THE OLD STYLE INJECTORS.........I have referring to the injectors in the old 12-valve CTD.............I have used it for about 14 years..... I use it about twice per year or every 40K miles........I use it at 3X the recommened level and then follow with a treatment of M/D III ATF to lubricate the pump and inkjectors........This is only my experience and some will agree to disagree.....I may be doing it wrong...........but I have never had to replace any lift pumps, injector pumps, or injectors and I usually run my trucks to 250K miles and trade'em..............good luck
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Originally Posted by riata_ag
the one you are asking about is LUCAS INJECTOR CLEANER ADDITIVE,
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Originally Posted by VikingDiesel
Which one?
Howes Meaner Power Klean
or
Diesel Treat
Howes Diesel Conditioner Plus Anti-Gel
Howes Meaner Power Klean
or
Diesel Treat
Howes Diesel Conditioner Plus Anti-Gel
Its hard to find MMO here, although I see Canadian Tire has started carrying it, but I have never actually seen any in stock. Unfortunatly walmart (canada) does not carry MMO or PS.
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OK, some of the opinions posted on here about using ATF got me to doing some research.........and yes I learned to use ATF from my grandfather who would be considered an "old timer".............................
It seems as though ATF has been and is continuing to be re-formulated by some of the companies on a quarterly basis..................some of the additive being used make it less than desirable for pump and injector lubricity..........
I just ordered a case of LUBRICITY PLUS..........which is manufactured by Hydrotex...........from this company it should be a quality product.......
running it in large on-road engines has been reported to lower pyrometer readings considerably........................
1 gallon of LP is supposed to treat 10,000 gallons...................I am going to mix it at 1 gallon per 5,000 gallons and still run the lucas injector cleaner twice per year..........................
I will post later as to my experience with the Lubricity Plus product.......
It seems as though ATF has been and is continuing to be re-formulated by some of the companies on a quarterly basis..................some of the additive being used make it less than desirable for pump and injector lubricity..........
I just ordered a case of LUBRICITY PLUS..........which is manufactured by Hydrotex...........from this company it should be a quality product.......
running it in large on-road engines has been reported to lower pyrometer readings considerably........................
1 gallon of LP is supposed to treat 10,000 gallons...................I am going to mix it at 1 gallon per 5,000 gallons and still run the lucas injector cleaner twice per year..........................
I will post later as to my experience with the Lubricity Plus product.......
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For what ever its worth Valvoline has a diesel fuel cleaner that is endorsed by Cummins. Not sure how good it is or if Cummins is just selling out its name.
Here is the link:
http://www.valvoline.com/pages/produ...asp?product=97
-Troy
Here is the link:
http://www.valvoline.com/pages/produ...asp?product=97
-Troy
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I've been using Stanadyne Performance for 12 years now and it's the best additive out there. I've tried the Diesel Kleen and could see no results. Truck runs much quietier and milage is really good(18-22mpg on the highway) and much better acceleration.
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Moterhead,
If you didn't notice any difference, it's probably because you are using a quality diesel fuel with the proper amount of cetane your engine requires.
Once the Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel hits your area, you may want to consider using an additive if only for the added lubricity to protect your HPCR & injectors.
Joe F.(Buffalo)
If you didn't notice any difference, it's probably because you are using a quality diesel fuel with the proper amount of cetane your engine requires.
Once the Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel hits your area, you may want to consider using an additive if only for the added lubricity to protect your HPCR & injectors.
Joe F.(Buffalo)