I read a lot of posts on this and other forums about cleaning out engines, fuel systems and even automatic transmissions with seafoam.

It is unheard of over here, I'm guessing it is a cleaning solvent of some kind.

Anyone able to give me some information on this one please?.

Thanks in anticipation;
Roger.

 

Avalible in most part stores.

Great stuff and even works as a great fuel stabilizer for extended storage.

 

You can order it from any auto parts distributer, good stuff!

 

I thought dumping a quart of ATF fluid in the crankcase and driving for a couple miles also worked well for cleaning some crud out of your engine prior to an oil change?

Any thoughts on this one? I want to change my oil soon..

 

it is great stuff! it is amazing to watch it in action when you suck it in through the vacuum lines and watch the smoke just billowing out!! we use it at my dad's auto shop sometimes people will look over thinking the car has serious problems lol! I use it in every car I purchase have a bottle sitting on my desk right now speaking of which havent gotten a chance to run it through the '60 yet. i also add lucas oil additive to the oil from time to time to clean out the system

 

http://www.seafoamsales.com/ I use it as a fuel stabilizer, to keep my gas from degrading over the winter during storage, in my Olds. lawnmower and snow blower during the summer.

 

i use it in the fuel with my tractors, chainsaws, and cars with good results.

cheers

 

http://www.bndautomotive.com/page/page/931760.htm

 

Setp 10th and 11th, I used Seafoam with every fill on my gold Toronado.
If I'm not using Seafoam,(out of this product at home), then I'll use Sta-Bil.

 

Thanks guys.
I looked it up on my computer last night, we have similar additives over here too.
Mostly the information was anecdotal or from the manufacturer. Anyone got any leads to controlled conditions testing?.
No disrespect intended but the makers are going to emphasise the good it does for your engine/fuel system/transmission etc. Buyers might see improvements they want to see - nobody likes to feel they have wasted their money!.
Additives like seafoam have been around for almost as long as engines, however I have never seen a properly conducted test showing any significant improvement for a properly maintained and tuned engine.

Roger.

 

What, our word is not good enuff for you!! LOL! You can probably use the internet for lab tests and such!!

 

I put a pint of diesel fuel in any really dirty engines that come to me for servicing, run them at fast idle for 20-30 minutes then drain the oil.
The worst case I came across was an old diesel van that hadn't had an oil change for so long the oil had solidified in the pan, when I undid the drain plug nothing came out!. 2 pints of diesel for 10 minutes for this one, then a repeat with fresh oil and filter immediately afterwards. Amazingly the engine gave many years of reliable service despite its gross abuse.

Of course I believe you guys are giving me your honest opinions, why would you lie to me?

It seems Seafoam has a strong following on this and other forums, are there other similar products available?.

Maybe if I add "Consumer Reports" is something I look up when considering a big ticket purchase such as a camera when I visit the USA you might see where I'm coming from.

Roger.

 

One thing I have always appreciated about this group is thier desire to promote the future of classic oldsmobiles and to support and help honestly, anyone who is struggling with an issue.
If a chemical additive is junk or a waste of money they will tell you. Having said all that.. Seafoam is a reliable product with a good history. It may not always produce the results you are expecting as each car is differant. I have had great results from a 4 cylinder dodge neon with sticking valves to both a 64 olds 88 and a 70 dodge satelite.
I use it on my snow blower and it works great.
Remember "Chemicals are our friends"

 

cool , im gonna get some seafoam along with new vacume lines this winter.... thanks for the info