Oil Treatment Opinions
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Oil Treatment Opinions
First off .. I searched on here and on the web and really couldn't find that much about it..
So here's the deal..what are you guys opinions on using oil treatment .. Such as STP or Lucus..ext. Is it bad for the engine? Is it good? Need opinions..
Thanks
So here's the deal..what are you guys opinions on using oil treatment .. Such as STP or Lucus..ext. Is it bad for the engine? Is it good? Need opinions..
Thanks
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I do
This: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RED-81403/
This: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RED-81403/
What do you think about that?
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My motto is...
If you have to add any additive to your engine oil, you chose the wrong lubricant in the first place. Why not choose a lubricant that is already loaded with the additives required to do the job right?
Lizzyfan is adding greater amounts of ZDDP to his MotorCraft 5W-xx synblend API SM using Red Line product. It's the only additive I do approve of, and if he wasn't changing his oil every 3,000 miles....I would recommend something else for his application. It probably lasts him 3 oil changes if he is mixing it 1 ounce per 1 quart ratio. This is a cheap way to get more protection, unless you want to change your oil beyond 3-5,000 miles.
Do not add STP or Lucas to your oil. STP will add some ZDDP and increase your viscosity, Lucas will only increase the viscosity. Why choose any additive that will increase your viscosity, when you could have selected a more viscous formulation from the start?
If you have to add any additive to your engine oil, you chose the wrong lubricant in the first place. Why not choose a lubricant that is already loaded with the additives required to do the job right?
Lizzyfan is adding greater amounts of ZDDP to his MotorCraft 5W-xx synblend API SM using Red Line product. It's the only additive I do approve of, and if he wasn't changing his oil every 3,000 miles....I would recommend something else for his application. It probably lasts him 3 oil changes if he is mixing it 1 ounce per 1 quart ratio. This is a cheap way to get more protection, unless you want to change your oil beyond 3-5,000 miles.
Do not add STP or Lucas to your oil. STP will add some ZDDP and increase your viscosity, Lucas will only increase the viscosity. Why choose any additive that will increase your viscosity, when you could have selected a more viscous formulation from the start?