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H-townbenzoboy 01-06-2005 02:12 AM

I used some Diesel Kleen today...
 
and I haphazardly poured all 32 ounces into a full tank of fuel :eek: I hope I don't hurt the fuel system in any way, has anyone else ever done that before as well? And if you did, did anything happen for the better, or for worse?
-Joe

Hit Man X 01-06-2005 02:48 AM

This like SeaFoam or B12 but for a diesel motor? If so, I've had good luck with those in the fuel systems of gas powered vehicles...

willrev 01-06-2005 08:37 AM

will not hurt
 
I have poured the whole bottle of Diesel Kleen in the tank on purpose. It will be more concentrated and do more cleaning and not hurt in any way. It actually increase your Cetane level more with a full bottle. You will notice more power and smoother running, but I usually just pour in a few ounces cause I can't afford the $4 bottle per every tank full.

I like the Red Line Power 85 or Red Line Diesel Fuel Catalyst avail. at Autozone a lot more than Diesel Kleen.

H-townbenzoboy 01-06-2005 11:54 AM

What do you think would happen if I combined a bottle of Redline Diesel Fuel Catalyst with a full bottle of Diesel Kleen?
-Joe

DslBnz 01-06-2005 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by H-townbenzoboy
and I haphazardly poured all 32 ounces into a full tank of fuel :eek: I hope I don't hurt the fuel system in any way, has anyone else ever done that before as well? And if you did, did anything happen for the better, or for worse?
-Joe

No big deal. I pour 16 oz. in every other fillup. It makes a quite difference in power, and really aids winter starting if you use the Anti-Gel.

Nothing to concern.

phidauex 01-06-2005 12:39 PM

Too much of a good thing is.. well, fine. A lot of additives (though I don't specifically about diesel kleen) use biodiesel methyl esters as a base, so even 100% additive should work fine. Of course, 16$ a gallon is a little pricey. ;)

I just throw in the recommended few ounces per tank. A full bottle isn't a problem, but I don't know that you'd be getting all the benefits. It seems to me that for fuel additives, consistent use would be better than inconsistent use. But thats just me. If you've got the money to spend, go for it. :)

peace,
sam

H-townbenzoboy 01-06-2005 01:46 PM

I usually use Redline, but I did not have any, but I found some Diesel Kleen and just used that. I'll probably go back to Redline when I fill up again.
-Joe

goldenbear 01-06-2005 02:02 PM

Is Diesel Kleen readily available at service stations? How are people buying it? I found an online source (can't remember the name) and purchased a 96 oz. bottle. I'd like to purchase it in a smaller form factor so I didn't have to measure it out every fill up - kind of a PITA.

willrev 01-06-2005 03:08 PM

readily avail.
 
Goldenbear, its readily found at truck stops, Wal Mart and Advance Auto

TwitchKitty 01-06-2005 03:19 PM

I have used it to fill my filter when I changed it.


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