hello
i am wondering if anyone have had adverse efects or problems with using fuel injector cleaners in general and for example the gumout concentrated fuel injector cleaner i bought
i havent put it into my system yet because i was wondering if anyone had issues
thanks

 

I have used them before with no adverse affects. IMO you will be ok. good luck

 

I use the chevron wit techron stuff right before oil changes, never had any negative affects.

 

get seafoam.

 

I have been happy with BG44k. The Chevron Techron is ok if you can't find BG44K.

 

Two questions...
1. BG44K? What is it?
2. Is sea foam really that great? Im coming up on an oil change so its a perfect time to do this. I have read other threads about sea foam and always left with a blank look on my face. I would consider it if its not too complicated or expensive, and if it works well. I have just always heard that chevron is good stuff, but if there is somethn better, I would gladly switch.

 

One could consider:

-WD-40 - much cheaper
- Liqui moly - German stuff for German cars

Custom blend:

-kerosine
-naphtha
-mineral spirits

But be aware: the application makes real difference.
The concentration is the key here.

 

BG44kk is a powerful fuel cleaner used by many car dealerships. Type BG44k into you web browser and you will be directed to the manufacturers website.

 

I have used gumout regane on both my cars and have had no ill effects.

 

I've used it every couple months since I bought my A6 with 38k miles and it's now at 118k. However, on a higher mileage car, it could loosen up too much crap and cause problems. I bought an A4 3.0 with 70k for my daughter and tossed in a bottle. A couple times I felt it shake a little under acceleration, like it was missing. The next day I noticed the CEL on and Autozone diagnosed a P0401 (I think). It was either the catalytic converter failed or an engine miss. I suspected the latter and after about 2 weeks the CEL cleared itself.