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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 05:40 AM
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Is there a need to add this to the tank every so often? I used to do it when I drove older, less reliable cars.

I have 35,000 on the odo - should I do it?
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 05:49 AM
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Consider it preventative maintenance. Best case scenario...it helps to keep the injectors clean. Worst case scenario...it does nothing (and I highly doubt it will do nothing).
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 03:08 PM
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I like to use it every oil change, Red Line SI1 brand or any choice you like...
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 03:45 PM
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I put in a bottle a month or two ago. I figured the worst it could do is at least give me the feeling the car runs better my head. and it did. I just a complete all in one fuel system/injector cleaner from STP. I am sure it helps. It was only $10, definitely do it.
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 04:42 PM
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Thanks guys.
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 05:01 PM
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 09:58 PM
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I have been putting about 5 ounces of fuel injector cleaner into my gas tank once a month since january of this year. Will continue to do it for a year and check back with yall. So far, no difference in gas mileage or performance but i figure it cant hurt
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Old Apr 5, 2017 | 10:06 PM
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And btw i drive a 14' is350 with 43k miles
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I just tossed in a bottle of STP. I only use Shell v-Power which is already full of detergents so I'm expecting to not notice a difference.... I'll be upset if I do lol

Like someone mentioned above, worst case is it does nothing for you.
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What do you guys think about putting Sea Foam Motor Treatment into our cars? I have the 200t engine? Will it affect the turbo or anything?
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I wouldnt do it! Car is too new! I would do BG44k when it's at a higher mileage.

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What do you guys think about putting Sea Foam Motor Treatment into our cars? I have the 200t engine? Will it affect the turbo or anything?
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