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Fuel & Carbon Cleaners - What Happens to the Carbon?

by Oilem Published on Tuesday, March 10th, 2015

Frequently we are asked about fuel-based carbon cleaners. Specifically, what happens to carbon deposits that are removed through the use of fuel cleaners and can these cleaners damage an engine? Let’s begin by discussing the first part of that question. Within the fuel system you’ll seldom find carbon itself. You are more likely to discover […]

MPG - Negative vs Positive Gain ™

by Oilem Published on Thursday, February 12th, 2015

When examining the field of products, services, and techniques that promise to increase MPG, you find a confusing minefield, at best. There are chronic sceptics on one side, loyal devotees on the other, and in between a bunch of indifferent observers. Unfortunately, this has come from a long history of ignorance and misleading advertising. The […]

Factory Misfuelling Protection Devices

by Oilem Published on Thursday, February 12th, 2015

Some diesel vehicles, particularly Ford’s and BMW’s, now come equipped with misfuelling prevention devices. The purpose is very simple – to prevent to user accidentally adding petrol to a diesel fuel tank. Most devices work through a mechanism that only permits the exact diameter of a standard diesel pump nozzle to penetrate the filler neck. […]

Engine & Fuel System Cleaning Machines – A Review

by Oilem Published on Friday, November 14th, 2014

I am regularly asked for comment on a particular engine (fuel system) cleaning system that is endorsed by a well-known TV celebrity mechanic. Does the product work? Well actually, yes it does. It will clean the fuel system and help remove combustion (carbon) deposits. However, I am not convinced it is anything new or innovative […]

Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection (TFSI) & Direct Port Injection Carbon Build-up Problem

by Oilem Published on Thursday, July 17th, 2014

The Problem of Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection (TFSI) & Direct Port Injection Carbon Buildup The problem with carbon buildup on the back face and stem area of intake valves in direct fuel injection petrol engines is not news. Fortunately, a major breakthrough has occurred recently on the buildup issue and the exact cause of the […]

Cetane Booster - What is the Best?

by Oilem Published on Friday, May 2nd, 2014

The overall quality of diesel fuel is dependent on a number of factors. These include BTU value, viscosity, pour flow point, aromatic and paraffinic content, and resistance to contaminant buildup such as water and bacteria. A diesel fuel’s quality also is very dependent on its cetane number. The cetane number (CN) is an index of […]

Oil & Manufacturing – Conspiracy? No, it’s Basic Economics

by Oilem Published on Thursday, March 13th, 2014

I feel it’s about time I aired an ongoing concern that has been boiling away inside me for a very long time. Those who have benefited from my consultations already might have heard it. It is about a collection of paraphrased quotes that make my eyes roll every time I read or hear them. As […]

Premium Diesel Versus Standard Diesel Fuel

by Oilem Published on Thursday, February 6th, 2014

In the course of our work, we are frequently asked whether premium diesel fuel is superior to standard diesel fuel. And our short answer is always a resounding, “Yes.” But when it comes to the other big question regarding premium diesel fuel – such as whether it is worth its higher price – more explanation […]

Fuel Catalysts & Archoil's AR6200 / AR6900-D MAX

by Oilem Published on Friday, January 24th, 2014

We regularly receive questions regarding fuel catalyst technologies and how they work. In particular, we receive many questions about Archoil AR6200 and AR6900-D MAX. The existing definition of “burn rate modifier” and the phrase “lowers burn rate by up to 400 degrees” has caused confusion. In simple terms, a catalyst facilitates a better burn of […]

Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) Cleaning & Cleaners

by Oilem Published on Friday, January 10th, 2014

A Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) is used to measure the amount of air entering an engine. It is important to measure air so that the ECU can calculate the correct amount of fuel to inject into the combustion chamber to achieve the optimum air/fuel ratio. Because of the MAF’s important role, it should be attended […]

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