Author Topic: SeaFoam, Engine Cleaner (Read 381 times)

Hawklore · « **on:** December 08, 2006, 11:22:19 AM »

Anyone used this stuff before?

I'm looking to buy some to run through my engine and the oil before I get it changed. (Once I see them change it, I'll then be changing it myself.)

And should I do the seafoam before or after I go in to have them fix the code that popped on my CEL? (Too Lean Bank 1 and 2)

Thanks,
Hawk

http://www.seafoamsales.com/

DiabloTX · « **Reply #1 on:** December 08, 2006, 11:27:17 AM »

There's a sticky at ls1tech.com that describes step-by-step on how to use it, or at least on an LSx engine. I am sure it isn't much different than other engine applications.

The post at ls1tech.com

nirvana · « **Reply #2 on:** December 08, 2006, 02:59:11 PM »

Why do you need to see them change it before changing it yourself?

Neubob · « **Reply #3 on:** December 08, 2006, 04:12:06 PM »

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Originally posted by nirvana
Why do you need to see them change it before changing it yourself?

Didn't you read his sig line?

He's a re-enactor.

Hawklore · « **Reply #4 on:** December 08, 2006, 04:48:00 PM »

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Originally posted by Neubob
Didn't you read his sig line?

He's a re-enactor.

Good one.. love it!

But to answer the question...

Because I've never done it before, and having wished to live on a farm, don't have the expierence on vehicles, that most farm guys would..

Meatwad · « **Reply #5 on:** December 08, 2006, 05:22:52 PM »

I started working at a farm company about 2-3 months ago, I learned a lot of stuff about fixing crap and the inner workings of trucks

JTs · « **Reply #6 on:** December 08, 2006, 07:22:15 PM »

just remember when your working on class 8s crap becomes s**t

DREDIOCK · « **Reply #7 on:** December 08, 2006, 07:41:51 PM »

two rules Ive learned about working on cars yourself

1- Never put the tools away untill you have taken the test drive

2- No job is completed correctly unless you have blood dripping from at least 1 knuckle

Oh and 3 WD40 will clean just about anything LMAO

nirvana · « **Reply #8 on:** December 08, 2006, 09:52:59 PM »

Ahhh gotcha, sorry if I came off sounding condescending.

Hawklore · « **Reply #9 on:** December 09, 2006, 11:56:30 AM »

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Originally posted by nirvana
Ahhh gotcha, sorry if I came off sounding condescending.

Condenscending? No..

Stupid..

aye..

So anyone know if it's better to drive with 1/4 a tank of gas and alot of seafoam, or a full tank of gas and the seafoam, whats the possible damage that could come from driving with too diluted gasoline?

rpm · « **Reply #10 on:** December 09, 2006, 12:20:17 PM »

First, did you ever buy a repair manual for your pickup? You really need one if you are going to do maintenence yourself. It will pay for itself in no time at all. Usually about 2 oil changes. Watching the guy at JiffyLube is not the way to learn.

Second, beware of a cure in a can. For the most part they will do more harm than good. If you have a high milage engine, using a motor flush can be counter-productive. Removing varnish deposits and gunk in a high milage engine can lead to compression loss and speed up engine wear.
Don't become dependant on these "miracle" products.

Third, if you are going to use them, follow the directions. If it says add 10oz to a full tank of gas, don't dump it in a 1/4 full tank. Too strong of a concentration can make combustion temps rise and lead to burned pistons, valves, rings, ect. Make sure you use a good upper cylinder lubricant like Lucas, RedLine or Marvel Mystery Oil after you have run a tank of gas treatment.

Regular oil changes and consistant maintenence are the best method for long vehicle life. If buying a $5 can of magic worked, everyone would still be driving 20 year old cars that ran like new.

Hawklore · « **Reply #11 on:** December 09, 2006, 12:37:11 PM »

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Originally posted by rpm
First, did you ever buy a repair manual for your pickup? You really need one if you are going to do maintenence yourself. It will pay for itself in no time at all. Usually about 2 oil changes. Watching the guy at JiffyLube is not the way to learn.

Second, beware of a cure in a can. For the most part they will do more harm than good. If you have a high milage engine, using a motor flush can be counter-productive. Removing varnish deposits and gunk in a high milage engine can lead to compression loss and speed up engine wear.
Don't become dependant on these "miracle" products.

Third, if you are going to use them, follow the directions. If it says add 10oz to a full tank of gas, don't dump it in a 1/4 full tank. Too strong of a concentration can make combustion temps rise and lead to burned pistons, valves, rings, ect. Make sure you use a good upper cylinder lubricant like Lucas, RedLine or Marvel Mystery Oil after you have run a tank of gas treatment.

Regular oil changes and consistant maintenence are the best method for long vehicle life. If buying a $5 can of magic worked, everyone would still be driving 20 year old cars that ran like new.

Roger that..

I have the Haynes manual on my truck, I do better if I know where the things are though, it isn't that picture oriented..

Donzo · « **Reply #12 on:** December 09, 2006, 12:44:57 PM »

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Originally posted by DREDIOCK
two rules Ive learned about working on cars yourself

1- Never put the tools away untill you have taken the test drive

2- No job is completed correctly unless you have blood dripping from at least 1 knuckle

Oh and 3 WD40 will clean just about anything LMAO

All true...so true.