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Old 03-06-2008, 05:32 PM
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hopefully simple oil question
while changing oil, is there any product you can add in with the new oil to clean out the engine, to break down any buildup or anything like that? thanks
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SEAFOAM Baby...read the label for how much...It is nectar of the gods...
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Old 03-06-2008, 07:50 PM
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awesome. thanks
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Seafoam is definitely a mysterious God-like product.
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Old 03-07-2008, 03:53 AM
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You should always add that stuff to the old oil and then run for a few minutes, then change it.
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Originally Posted by Hawkrider
You should always add that stuff to the old oil and then run for a few minutes, then change it.
Never heard that before...why?
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SEAFOAM Baby...read the label for how much...It is nectar of the gods...
+1 - can get it a NAPA
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Originally Posted by pigwings
+1 - can get it a NAPA
Hell, you can get it at Walmart now!! and it's cheaper!!! Bought my last can there...
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What build up?

I was in the top end of my engine at 16K and it was as clean as a whistle...maybe it's the M1 15W-50 and KY jelly I run in it
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If you can't find seafoam, Berryman's chemtool will also do the job. Wallyworld has it. Same instructions: a few ounces (1/2 can) in the crank, the rest in the tank, run for 5 minutes, then oil change.
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+ 1 on Berryman's B12 Chemtool - good stuff, I put it in the gas to keep things clean - never tried it in the oil but probably not a bad idea.


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If you can't find seafoam, Berryman's chemtool will also do the job. Wallyworld has it. Same instructions: a few ounces (1/2 can) in the crank, the rest in the tank, run for 5 minutes, then oil change.
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Hey, I take B12 everyday, so I guess if it's good enough for the body, it's good enough for the oil on the bike...LOL
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Never heard that before...why?
Because it has a very negative effect on viscosity, and that ain't good for our twins.
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