High Mileage Engine Additives
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Automotive additives are substances that are added to automotive oil to improve its performance. Such formulations contribute to fuel economy, increased engine life and even partial restoration of a worn out engine with high mileage.
What changes in the engine occur with high mileage
Over time, the resource of the working elements of the engine is lost - the wear of its individual parts occurs, which leads to the following changes and consequences:
- Accumulation of carbon deposits. This phenomenon is more common when using low quality fuel, but filling with good gasoline cannot prevent the occurrence of such formations over time.
- Leakage and evaporation of grease. Occurs due to the destruction of oil seals, caps and engine gaskets.
- Deterioration of individual elements and parts.
Many car owners are looking for a solution to this problem in the use of expensive oils, assuming that they will protect the engine from negative influences and it will last longer. An alternative to this solution can be the use of special additives for oils.
How additives can extend engine life
In the process of regular use of additives, the following positive effects are noted:
- Stabilization of the oil composition at critical temperatures. As a result, carbon deposits do not form on the valves and the surface of the combustion chamber, and the absence of this negative factor increases the operating life of the engine.
- Fuel economy. The components in the additives help to clean the elements of the fuel system from contaminants that reduce the engine power. As a result, its efficiency increases and fuel consumption decreases.
- Restorative action. The additives contain substances that can fill small cracks in the surfaces of the elements of the fuel system.
According to statistics, the use of additives for high-mileage engines can extend their service life by 10-50%. This range is explained by how much the engine is worn out at the beginning of the use of a particular additive and the quality of such funds, which depends on the composition.
5 best additives for high mileage engines
Automotive additives are manufactured by dozens of manufacturers. The products of each of them differ in price, quality and chemical composition, and it is not always possible to choose the best option for a particular case. The most common additives are considered to be formulations from the following five manufacturers.
Suprotec
An additive with reducing properties, which helps to clean metal elements from corrosion and prevents its formation, eliminates minor defects and forms a protective layer on the parts. With regular use, it reduces friction between the moving parts, slowing down and preventing wear on the entire engine.
In more detail, you can find out in the article: Suprotec additive instructions for use.
The cost of this additive on the Russian market ranges from 1 to 000 rubles.
Liqui Moly
The additive contains microceramic particles that fill microcracks on the engine parts. Tests have shown that the composition almost halves the coefficient of friction in the moving elements.
The average cost of such an additive is 1 rubles.
bardahl
These additives are based on molecular compounds of C60 fullerenes, which reduce the level of friction and clog microcracks in the pistons of the cylinders, eliminating oil leaks. The main feature of such a tool is the possibility of its use with any type of oil, while the additive is equally effective for extending the service life of gas and gasoline engines.
Depending on the seller's margin, such compositions can cost from 1 to 900 rubles.
stainless steel master
Manufacturer of one of the best additives that can be used in gasoline and diesel engines. The main components of such products are magnesium and silicon, which not only reduce friction, but also form a thin protective and restorative film on the metal elements.
The price of one container of such an additive reaches 2 rubles.
Additive for XADO engine
Additive in the form of a gel that forms a thick protective layer on the surface of the engine working parts. The tool helps to increase the compression and service life of the engine.
The cost of the funds is 2-000 rubles.
You may also be interested in learning about additives for hydraulic lifters.
Automotive additives are not a complete way to extend the life of a worn engine. Despite the fact that many car owners are satisfied with the effectiveness of such products, often no positive result from the additives is observed. It all depends on the degree of engine wear, therefore, before using the additives, it is recommended to carry out a complete diagnosis of the engine: perhaps the best solution would not be to use such additional funds, but to overhaul or completely replace the engine.
Questions and answers:
Which additive is best for a high mileage engine? Some manufacturers of automotive chemicals and lubricants are developing special additives with so-called remetallizers (reductants). Such substances restore worn surfaces (eliminate minor scratches).
What's the best engine additive? Resurs Universal, ABRO OT-511-R, Bardahl Full Metal, Suprotek Active (restore compression). For gasoline engines, you can use Liqui Moly Speed Tec, Liqui Moly Octane Plus.
What additives reduce engine oil consumption? Basically, this problem is a consequence of the wear of the piston rings. In this case, you can use Liqui Moly Oil Additiv, Bardahl Turbo Protect.
What to put into the engine to increase the compression? To do this, you can use additives with remetallizers (they consist of ions of one of the metals), which allow you to partially restore worn parts (rings on pistons).
