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Fuel injector cleaner

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by JONNY TACO, Jan 12, 2010.

  1. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:24 PM
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    JONNY TACO

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    What brand fuel injector cleaner do you use and how often do You use it ?:confused:
     
  2. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:25 PM
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    STP, i use it not often but my truck is do for another shot of it
     
  3. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:25 PM
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    TacoSupreem

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    i don't use it!
     
  4. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:40 PM
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    This has been talked about many times on the forum, I would suggest using the search function and you will find many suggestions.

    I use Chevron Techron system cleaner about every 8,000-10,000 miles. Many people have also suggested using Seafoam cleaner, but I wouldn't suggest using it when your car is below 80,000-100,000 miles. I plan on using it when I get to 80,000 miles. Hope that helps.

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  5. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:45 PM
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    vtragweed

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    Jigzor

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    Yup, Techron is good stuff. I use it roughly every oil change or so. 5k miles.
     
  7. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:49 PM
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    just use good gas and u won't need it! all chevron gas has techron in it!
     
  8. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:51 PM
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    Not everyone has chevron.
     
  9. Jan 12, 2010 at 5:54 PM
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    Dang i'm sorry bro! techron is an excellent additive! i guess i just assumed it was available everywhere? thats what i would use too if it wasnt already in my gas!:)
     
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    BakoTruck

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    Because I use Costco fuel.
     
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    I have used BG-44K and is good stuff .. (very strong though).
    What does it really do to O2 sensors ???

    Sea Foam is another good one .. (strong also).

    I like to use Chevron Techron (a little weaker stuff) on a regular basis. About every 10,000 miles (mostly city driving).

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  12. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:03 PM
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    coldcanuk

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    Can't get Techron up here, but I've always heard it's good stuff.

    This is great stuff, I put in at each oil change:

    Amsoil API

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  14. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:10 PM
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    i use amsoil 0w-30 but ive never tried the injector cleaner! i would bet its good though!
     
  15. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:10 PM
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    I used a small bottle of Lucas Fuel Treatment about six weeks ago after an oil change. I liked the results but I am going to give the Techron a whirl next time.
     
  16. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:15 PM
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    TacoSupreem

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    yeah lucas makes good stuff too! i used there stuff in my freightliner
     
  17. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:26 PM
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    i use stp approx every 3-5k
     
  18. Jan 12, 2010 at 6:30 PM
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    What BAKO said....
     
  19. Jan 12, 2010 at 7:24 PM
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    Scott K

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    I use Amsoil Performance Improver. And I can say it does make a difference.
     

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