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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Fuel Catalysts & Archoil's AR6900-D MAX and AR6900-P 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 AR6900-D and AR6900-P 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 fuel burn. […]
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Mass Airflow (MAF) and Mass Air Pressure (MAP) Sensor Cleaning & Cleaners
by Andy Published on Friday, January 10th, 2014
A Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) measures the 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 you would […]
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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 […]
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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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EGR Cleaning and EGR Cleaners
by Andy Published on Monday, July 29th, 2013
An EGR valve, or exhaust gas recirculation system is a primary component of an engine’s emissions system on petrol and diesel powered vehicles. Its purpose is to reduce NOx emissions by recycling a proportion of the combustion gases that normally exit through the exhaust. A valve is used to control the flow of gases, which […]
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MPG Drop With Winter Diesel Fuel Change
by Andy Published on Thursday, May 30th, 2013
A few years back, our customers sought advice on poor fuel economy during winter months, particularly with diesel-powered vehicles. This phenomenon is easily explainable. The reason is that many fuel companies around the colder parts of the world, the UK being one of them, switch fuels during winter. This usually occurs in the UK around […]
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Do Fuel and Oil Additives Really Work?
by Andy Published on Thursday, May 30th, 2013
Firstly, we need to understand what is meant by “work” as there are conflicting ideas and interpretations. Some would consider “work” to improve performance or increase mpg, whereas others would consider “work” to clean the fuel system, restore fuel injector efficiency or reduce friction. Others would consider a product to have “worked” if it resolved […]
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