Seafoam proves itself

[VorpalBunny]

Just used a can in my 2000 Dodge Caravan with a VERY noisy engine (lifter and injector) today. 1/2 of a can in the oil and the other half in a nearly empty tank of gas. Did 10 miles at 80mph on the freeway with some WOT at times.

 

Let's just say that it purrs like a kitten now.

 

My 1990 Loyale (200k+) was treated last year, but one of the HLA's is still calling out for some more Seafoam. Good stuff.

[MachineAgeVictim]

If that is the actual age of the car, and not a typo for 17yo car, it will still make a difference. Actually it will likely make a difference in either case. Also, in either case, at only 75K miles, all you should really need is the top end cleaning, which is done through a vacum line, or the PVC valve (your choice. I use the vac line as it is easier for me).

 

yeah it's 27years (1979.... actually I wonder what it would do to my 41yo Buick )

 

we talking the Deep Creep or the Motor Treatment into the PVC valve?

 

should straight into the carb work on the Buick?

[blitz]

Can't check the ingredients now but alot of what everyone is talking about can be had with GM top end cleaner,it's not a fix all but did wonders for my 79 Ford truck.Alot of the usage descriptions sound the same,my truck blew smoke like crazy as I sprayed this down my carb but it sure cleaned the insides out,and in the long run pinpointed a lifter problem. can be used through any intake and will clean injector ends somewhat. Be sure to change your oil after a 100 miles or so.

John

I've never used the GM top cleaner, but my understanding is that it's a bit more intense than Seafoam, both in it's cleaning action and the aftermath (caustic tailpipe fumes after startup and breakdown of motor oil). GM's instructions include a mandatory oil change afterwards.

 

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