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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by s.e.charles, Jul 4, 2021.

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  1. Jul 4, 2021 at 7:25 AM
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    Techron is an excellent fuel system cleaner. I'm sure there are better cleaners available, don't know what they are. Don't know if you need a fuel system cleaner at all.
     
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  4. Jul 4, 2021 at 8:05 AM
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  5. Jul 4, 2021 at 9:10 AM
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    Seafoam 2-3 times a year in my Taco, Harleys, cars, etc.
     
    Dr.Lou, Jul 4, 2021
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    Never used any. Never had a problem.
     
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    I like Seafoam in everything. It is definitely the elixir of fuel treatments/stabilizers.
     
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    I like seafoam as well. But mostly as placebo.
     
    Skydvrr, Jul 4, 2021
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    Another vote for Techron, it really does work. Back when it was first introduced, it was one of few products that BMW does not sell themselves that they approved for use in their cars. I run a few bottles a year through my cars, typically when I am doing a long road trip and can run through a full tank in one shot.

    Pro Tip: Advance Auto will routinely run a BOGO sale on the large size Techron bottles; that is the time to stock up as it is not cheap!
     
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  11. Jul 4, 2021 at 11:13 AM
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  12. Jul 4, 2021 at 11:21 AM
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    I ran a couple cans of sea foam every 30k through my old 4.7 v8 tundra i had for 19 years. With over 300k miles the new owner says it still runs like new. In some ways i still have some reservations selling that truck. Sea foam has even worked great cleaning out some very fine crap in the fuel system of my 50 year old tractor. Its the only stuff i'd recommend for a vehicle. MIC is fine for small 2 stroke power equipment, but i wouldn't use it where you have a catalyst converter installed.
     
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  14. Jul 4, 2021 at 1:03 PM
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    well, i was a little confused when i asked the question. now completely so!
     
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    on normal daily i usually dont use it... but on long drive i use lucas or chevron in the fuel tank but its only for piece of mind...
     
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  16. Jul 4, 2021 at 1:38 PM
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    Use Tier 1 gasoline and you don't need any fuel additives.
     
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    whew; finally some advice i can use. thanks
     
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    BG makes some amazing stuff; MOA, 44K, etc.
     
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    None used for 487,000 miles in my 1992 4 cyl and no fuel system componet failures or replacements (excep the fuel filter, of course). But I did used Chevron Premium that whole time: https://youtu.be/JGCIjx-j9HA
     
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