[Z06] additives
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From: Tucker GA
additives
So I've combed through a considerable amount of posts here trying to make sure I don't ask redundant questions. My interest in this car is more so the hobby of ownership and maintenance, with a fair amount of spirited driving. If there are beneficial additives/system cleaners, I'd love to hear from some folks who've experience positive results with them on their corvettes. There is SO much conjecture and conflicting accounts, I can't come to any kind of conclusion. Well, aside from the fact that there is a lot of snake oil out there. Anybody have any experience with this??
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Tip 1: Only use gas stations that meet "Top Tier" specifications for cleaner (less carbon deposits) fuel: http://www.toptiergas.com/licensedbrands/ No, it's not a gimmick. It's been scientifically proven through lots of independent publications such as Consumer Reports, Edmunds, etc. etc.
Tip 2: Run Techron fuel system cleaner ($5) at least once a year, it will clean up carbon deposits throughout the system. Especially with our finnicky fuel level sensors in the gas tank.
That should be all you need to keep your fuel system clean.
Tip 2: Run Techron fuel system cleaner ($5) at least once a year, it will clean up carbon deposits throughout the system. Especially with our finnicky fuel level sensors in the gas tank.
That should be all you need to keep your fuel system clean.
Last edited by ArmchairArchitect; Jul 6, 2017 at 01:19 PM.
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[QUOTE=grantv;1595088704]I have no experience with snake oil as I don't use it. Use good fluids (and filters where applicable), done.[/QUOTE
I hear ya grantv, no substitute for timely maintenance and quality parts/fluids. Just seeing what tricks of the trade were out there. Thank you for the response!
I hear ya grantv, no substitute for timely maintenance and quality parts/fluids. Just seeing what tricks of the trade were out there. Thank you for the response!
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Tip 1: Only use gas stations that meet "Top Tier" specifications for cleaner (less carbon deposits) fuel: http://www.toptiergas.com/licensedbrands/ No, it's not a gimmick. It's been scientifically proven through lots of independent publications such as Consumer Reports, Edmunds, etc. etc.
Tip 2: Run Techron fuel system cleaner ($5) at least once a year, it will clean up carbon deposits throughout the system. Especially with our finnicky fuel level sensors in the gas tank.
That should be all you need to keep your fuel system clean.
Tip 2: Run Techron fuel system cleaner ($5) at least once a year, it will clean up carbon deposits throughout the system. Especially with our finnicky fuel level sensors in the gas tank.
That should be all you need to keep your fuel system clean.
Great info ArmchairArchitect! I will do that!
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You don't say what year your Vette is; later '03s and up all have built-in fuel filters. They're part of the fuel pump that's installed in the gas tank. As I recall, it's >$1100 (I remember ~$1500) to replace it.
If you've just purchased the car, I'd suggest a bottle of Techron every other tankful for about 3x, and then once every 5,000 miles. It's not nearly such an issue in the earlier cars where the fuel filter is mounted on the the frame rail.
ps... I've never read a gasoline article written by an engineer who doesn't use Chevron exclusively.
Also, when it comes time to replace the diff fluid, be mindful of the replacement fluid's qualities. Some brands don't require (an extra bottle of) limited slip additive. Redline, Amsoil, etc., include LSA, and adding the (extra) OEM-recommended ration will only cause trouble.
If you've just purchased the car, I'd suggest a bottle of Techron every other tankful for about 3x, and then once every 5,000 miles. It's not nearly such an issue in the earlier cars where the fuel filter is mounted on the the frame rail.
ps... I've never read a gasoline article written by an engineer who doesn't use Chevron exclusively.
Also, when it comes time to replace the diff fluid, be mindful of the replacement fluid's qualities. Some brands don't require (an extra bottle of) limited slip additive. Redline, Amsoil, etc., include LSA, and adding the (extra) OEM-recommended ration will only cause trouble.
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You don't say what year your Vette is; later '03s and up all have built-in fuel filters. They're part of the fuel pump that's installed in the gas tank. As I recall, it's >$1100 (I remember ~$1500) to replace it.
If you've just purchased the car, I'd suggest a bottle of Techron every other tankful for about 3x, and then once every 5,000 miles. It's not nearly such an issue in the earlier cars where the fuel filter is mounted on the the frame rail.
ps... I've never read a gasoline article written by an engineer who doesn't use Chevron exclusively.
If you've just purchased the car, I'd suggest a bottle of Techron every other tankful for about 3x, and then once every 5,000 miles. It's not nearly such an issue in the earlier cars where the fuel filter is mounted on the the frame rail.
ps... I've never read a gasoline article written by an engineer who doesn't use Chevron exclusively.
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I think I should revise my advice: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-problem.html
Several authors there post that one should probably use several consecutive treatments, not the more casual 'every other tank 3x' that I suggested.
For the cheap price of Techron Concentrate (or SeaFoam), I'd do it 4-5x consecutively on a newly purchased car, or if I'd never done it for my "FFS" filter. If nothing else, it could recondition an ignored fuel gauge sensor.
Several authors there post that one should probably use several consecutive treatments, not the more casual 'every other tank 3x' that I suggested.
For the cheap price of Techron Concentrate (or SeaFoam), I'd do it 4-5x consecutively on a newly purchased car, or if I'd never done it for my "FFS" filter. If nothing else, it could recondition an ignored fuel gauge sensor.
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From: Tucker GA
I think I should revise my advice: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-problem.html
Several authors there post that one should probably use several consecutive treatments, not the more casual 'every other tank 3x' that I suggested.
For the cheap price of Techron Concentrate (or SeaFoam), I'd do it 4-5x consecutively on a newly purchased car, or if I'd never done it for my "FFS" filter. If nothing else, it could recondition an ignored fuel gauge sensor.
Several authors there post that one should probably use several consecutive treatments, not the more casual 'every other tank 3x' that I suggested.
For the cheap price of Techron Concentrate (or SeaFoam), I'd do it 4-5x consecutively on a newly purchased car, or if I'd never done it for my "FFS" filter. If nothing else, it could recondition an ignored fuel gauge sensor.
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not rocking the boat but techron....really dont need it. Maybe once a yr if it makes you feel better. drive it regulary and clearit out once in awhile that will keep the carbon away.
Been babying my 5.3 for yrs as its getting pretty old and have a noticable loss in power. Guarantee its carbon on the valves. Techron seafoam etc wont fix it.
standing on it gets a nice black cloud of carbon behind ya though
When it was fresher drove it harder was always 100%;probably lost 50cfm just from buildup lol
Been babying my 5.3 for yrs as its getting pretty old and have a noticable loss in power. Guarantee its carbon on the valves. Techron seafoam etc wont fix it.
standing on it gets a nice black cloud of carbon behind ya though
When it was fresher drove it harder was always 100%;probably lost 50cfm just from buildup lol
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