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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 MoreWhat causes engine blow-by, and can you fix it without rebuilding the engine?
Most of the time, yes. Blow-by is a serious mechanical problem, and if you let it go long enough it gets much worse. But in the majority of cases the root cause isn’t worn rings. It’s carbon. Hard carbon deposits that have built up in the compression ring grooves and on the cylinder walls are…
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 MoreExhaust 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…
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 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…
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