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Engine & Fuel System Cleaning Machines – A Review

by Andy Published on Friday, November 14th, 2014

I am regularly asked to comment on a particular engine (fuel system) cleaning system once featured on a popular TV show. Does the product work? Well actually, yes it does. It will clean the fuel system and help remove combustion (carbon) deposits. However, I am not convinced it is anything new or innovative except for […]

Potential Issues with Waterless Engine Coolants

by Andy Published on Friday, August 1st, 2014

Below is an interesting US-based article I received a short while ago. This is not intended to bash any particular manufacturer of waterless coolants; it is just a challenge to the technology used. “Many concerns have been raised to us in recent months regarding the effectiveness of Waterless coolants and the inherent dangers they may […]

Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection (TFSI) & Direct Port Injection Carbon Build-up Problem

by Andy Published on Thursday, July 17th, 2014

The Problem of Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection (TFSI) & Direct Port Injection Carbon Buildup The problem with carbon buildup on the back face and stem area of intake valves in direct fuel injection petrol engines is not news. Fortunately, a significant breakthrough has occurred recently on the buildup issue, and the exact cause of the […]

Cetane Booster - What is the Best?

by Andy Published on Friday, May 2nd, 2014

The overall quality of diesel fuel is dependent on several factors. These include BTU value, viscosity, pour flow point, aromatic and paraffinic content, and resistance to contaminant buildup such as water and bacteria. A diesel fuel’s quality also is very dependent on its cetane number. The cetane number (CN) is an index of the ignition […]

Oil & Manufacturing – Conspiracy? No, it’s Basic Economics

by Andy Published on Thursday, March 13th, 2014

I feel it’s about time I aired an ongoing concern that has been boiling away inside me for a very long time. Those who have benefited from my consultations already might have heard it. It is about a collection of paraphrased quotes that make my eyes roll whenever I read or listen to them. As […]

Premium Diesel Versus Standard Diesel Fuel

by Andy Published on Thursday, February 6th, 2014

In our work, we are frequently asked whether premium diesel fuel is superior to standard diesel fuel. And our short answer is always a resounding, “Yes.” But more explanation is needed when it comes to the other big question regarding premium diesel fuel – such as whether it is worth its higher price. Premium diesel […]

Fuel Catalysts & Archoil's AR6200 / AR6900-D MAX

by Andy Published on Friday, January 24th, 2014

We regularly receive questions regarding fuel catalyst technologies and how they work. In particular, we receive many questions about Archoil AR6200 and AR6900-D MAX. The existing definition of “burn rate modifier” and the phrase “lowers burn rate by up to 400 degrees” has caused confusion. In simple terms, a catalyst facilitates a better burn of […]

Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) Cleaning & Cleaners

by Andy Published on Friday, January 10th, 2014

A Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) measures the amount of air entering an engine. It is important to measure air so the ECU can calculate the correct amount of fuel to inject into the combustion chamber to achieve the optimum air/fuel ratio. Because of the MAF’s important role, it should be attended to regularly, just as […]

DPF Removal to Become an MOT Failure

by Andy Published on Friday, December 13th, 2013

The MOT test for diesel vehicles is changing from February 2014. All diesel cars originally fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) must have the DPF in place and operational during the MOT test. If it is missing, then the vehicle will fail the test. The current test only examines emissions, but technicians will have […]

Importance of a Clean EGR

by Andy Published on Wednesday, August 21st, 2013

The subject of EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) systems comes up often, so I thought it was about time we explained further how a dirty EGR could affect performance, MPG, and exhaust emissions. With our professional range of cleaners, we are confident that we can resolve a large percentage of the minor poor running issues (hesitation, […]

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