Black Death of Engines: Sludge

Dirty diesel oil

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…

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Exhaust Smoke

If your vehicle or machine has visible exhaust smoke coming from anywhere, you have a problem! The color of engine exhaust smoke and when it occurs can tell you a lot about your engine’s condition. Basically, there are three types of smoke… Black exhaust smoke is often a cause of concern. There is a low…

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How 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,…

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Oil 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…

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Overheating 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…

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Low 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…

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How Much Do I Need?

Maxodyne Product Lineup

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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