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How To Use Engine Additives

There has been a lot said about engine additives over the years, both good and bad. The truth is that additives can be a great benefit to your engine, as long as you use them correctly. That’s why the Part Pros are going to give you a run down of what additives are worth using and why.

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Gas Treatment

The regular use of Gas Treatment fuel additive will remove and prevent the build-up deposits through out the fuel system. It will also remove any moisture from the fuel preventing corrosion. When To Use: On a regular basis, every time you fill up.

Fuel Injection Cleaner

The regular use of Fuel Injection Cleaner will remove and prevent the build up of deposits in the fuel injectors and intake valves. When To Use: At 5000km or every oil change

Fuel Stabilizer

Fuel stabilizer will prevent the formation of fuel gum and varnish throughout the fuel system. It will also prevent corrosion by absorbing moisture from the fuel system. How To Use: Refer to product package for ratio of stabilizer to fuel.

Oil Treatment

With regular use Oil Treatment will provide a thicker cushion between moving engine parts, protects against engine wear. When To Use: Refer to product package

Tune Up in a Can

This is a concentrated fuel additive which contains cleaners, lubricants, and anti-corrosion additives. With regular use this product can clean the entire fuel system of built up deposits. When To Use: Refer to product package

Engine Flush

Engine Flush is a blend of solvents, detergents & dispersant additives which will break down the engine slug & deposits, which can then be drained with the oil. When To Use: Every time you change the engine oil

Engine Stop Leak

Engine Stop Leak will blend with any engine oil to help reduce or eliminate minor engine leaks. You can also use it to rejuvenate seals and gaskets How To Use: Add to engine oil, being careful not to over fill the system

Limited Slip Differential Additive

The addition of this additive to the differential oil, will ensure the oil maintains the proper characteristics to allow the clutch plates to lock together under load and release when the load is released. When To Use: Every time you change the differential fluid

Water Pump Lubricant

Water Pump Lubricant is a blend of lubricants and rust inhibitors. This will help extend the life of the vehicles water pump. How To Use: Refer to product package

Tips for Saving Fuel

Resistance Remove any bike racks or luggage carries when not in use. How you drive Your driving habits affect your gas mileage. Use the cruise control during highway trips, to maintain a consistent speed. Try to avoid routes that have many stop and go driving. Check your tire pressure Your fuel economy is cut by under inflated tires. Change your fuel filter Changing your fuel filter at scheduled intervals will insure all deposits are being filtered from the gas. Unnecessary Weight The more weight you have loaded in a vehicle, the more gas the vehicle will consume.
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