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Black Death of Engines: Sludge
Engine sludge is a very common and also very costly problem. Many automotive mechanics call this the Black Death of Engines. Engine sludge forms equally in both gasoline and diesel engines! What is Engine Sludge? Engine sludge like this is often the cause of premature, though preventable, engine failure Engine oil sludge is actually the…
Read MoreEngine Blow-by
What causes Engine Blow-by? Engine blow-by can often be fixed without having to rebuild the engine Engine blow-by is caused by compression pressure in the combustion chamber escaping into the crankcase past stuck piston rings and/or glazed bores, and consequently over-pressurizing the crankcase. This condition can cause all sorts of exasperation for truckers and heavy…
Read MoreExcessive Engine Oil Use
Whether it is a gasoline or diesel engine, excessive engine oil use is caused by either leaking seals and/or gaskets, or otherwise, the oil is being consumed in the combustion chamber during engine operation. When oil is combusted, excessive carbon particulate matter is produced, forming harmful carbon deposits within the combustion chamber and on associated components. Over time, these encrusted…
Read MoreDoes FTC Decarbonizer Really Work?
To answer the question “Does FTC Decarbonizer really work?“, take a look at these photos – This photo is of a cylinder from a Caterpillar 3508 diesel engine at 8,000 hours. It was used in an earthmoving machine in a large mining operation in Australia. It was torn down and rebuilt prior to the normal…
Read MoreHow do I use Flushing Oil Concentrate to get the best result?
Restore total clean to all internal engine components – Use Maxodyne Flushing Oil Concentrate We are often asked this very important question – “How do I use Flushing Oil Concentrate to get the very best result possible?” Flushing Oil Concentrate is possibly the most effective and safe treatment in removing harmful and performance draining sludge,…
Read MoreOil Soot, Carbon, & Blow-by Issues
Sooty engine oil, carbon deposits, & blow-by issues Regular diesel engine operation, including starting, becomes increasingly problematic as combustion-related deposits build up on critical engine components over time. Cold weather only compounds the situation. Types of operation, such as excessive idling, short run time, light work, and city type driving, all contribute to carbon and…
Read MorePoor Fuel Mileage & Performance
In the past, poor fuel mileage and decreased performance could often be remedied with a Do-It-Yourself engine tune-up. Nowadays, it’s a completely different story! Modern engines now run on highly modified and additive-blended fuels, are fully computer controlled, with hydraulic self adjusting engine valves and high mileage, long-life spark plugs, computerized electronic fuel injection, mass…
Read MoreOverheating Engine
It’s been said that more than half of all engine failures can be traced to cooling system problems. The cooling system is a complex mix of components, and very often one major component is totally overlooked when searching for a solution to overheating problems – the engine lubrication system! After thoroughly checking the usual suspects…
Read MoreLow Oil Pressure Warning
A low oil pressure warning light or on-dash message is becoming a more frequent complaint from owners of many late model gasoline powered vehicles, especially those with engines fitted with solenoid controlled valve lifter systems. These types of engines first started appearing around 2005. What causes a low oil pressure warning Oil Filter screens often…
Read MoreHow Much Do I Need?
Depending on the product, the amount needed can be worked out pretty easily. As the products are mixed with either the fuel (diesel or gasoline), or the oil (engine, transmission, differential or hydraulics) at a particular rate, some simple math can be applied to determine the correct size required. Below is the complete list of…
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