With some engine types that could be good news, but with others it means the engine life will not be improved. I am only thinking of using Ceretec because it might well help enough to make a cheaper top end overhaul possible, because the 1.9D in my Volvo is a very good diesel, but on average it fails from bearing and ring wear before cylinder head problems. In terms of using the Liqui Moly Cera Tec, you simply pour it straight into the oil because it is a self-mixing formula (as shown in the main image). Once it has mixed with the oil, the brand claim it will protect the engine for up to 50,000 KM.

Just the demand for APL’s expertise alone has been unusual. «LIQUI MOLY is the first company in the after-sales market that has been prepared to undergo voluntary tests», said Kunz. He is responsible for the testing of lubricants and fuels. Our oils are officially approved by the car manufacturers. This means that they thoroughly test our oils themselves and only if they pass these tests, do we receive an approval. These approvals are the highest quality seal which an engine oil may get. Such an approval tells you that it is not only the oil producer but also the car manufacturer who stands behind this oil. This also makes sure that there are absolutely no issues with the warranty.” One bad thing about it; it makes your oil look dark and contaminated once it mixes in (the stuff in the can looks like liquid graphite), which could hide a real contamination problem if your engine were to have one. I also run it in all my personal vehicles. That poster is right about the graphite color changing the overall color of the oil. DFI cleaners What are the problems associated with low speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and how can it be prevented?Sea Foam is by far the most popular oil additive and it can be used in both automotive and marine engines. It is an EPA registered product that contains 100% per petroleum for optimum cleaning power when mixed with the oil. Firstly I would caution you that it might not be good for the spark plugs if you have a petrol car, although that possible side effect seems fairly minimal. Secondly some of the engineers and chemical engineering chaps here in Germany have said that although the UOA results show an improvement in wear metals, it does nothing for cylinder head wear or carbon deposit issues, so if you use it about every 25K km (It doesn't seem to last as long as advertised) longterm, your engine will eventually fail because of valve seating or other top end problems rather than ring or bearing wear. To that end whenever tasked with the above job, I grab a can of L-M MoS2 and put it into the engine and let run for 1/2 hr. before it comes in. The work is done, engine primed and an oil change with another can of MoS2 is added in. So far... VG results. In general terms Ceretec or ZDDP (Zinc based) additives can reduce cold start wear, whereas Moly based additives won't make much difference to cold start wear if a good quality oil with enough Zinc and a low cold viscosity is used. Moly tends to be more effectice at higher temperatures, but most engine oil additives are just snake oil and using them is not as effective as selecting a good oil in the first place, unless you have a specific problem, like cam lobe wear on the VW diesels that results from using oil with too low a Zinc content.

with turbochargers, catalytic converters or particle filters. In new vehicles, CERA TEC supports engine break-in and protects against excessive wear. With a particle size of only 0.2 μm, it is absolutely compatible with all fi lters. Do not use in automatic transmissions and motorbikes with a wet clutch! Possible consequences: higher engine and transmission noise until failure of the gear wheels occurs. I find it ironic that we often see demonstration of oil additives protection on rigs that don’t look a bit like an engine internal.They usually involve a spinning bearing against something metallic to illustrate friction. Well, lo and behold , Liqui Moly Ceratec had just done one on a real working engine, thanks to yours truly and all I have to say is’ thank god this sh*t works!!’ Liqui Moly Cera Tec is a highly rated and popular oil additive on a global scale that is designed to reduce friction and wear within the engine. This is made possible by the ceramic compound, which can withstand high thermal and chemical loads.For the Leichtlauf oil change last weekend, I used 1 1/2 cans of the Liqui Moly Pro-Line Engine Flush prior as instructed. So far, I am happy to report my oil consumption is way down - like 75% less than before. Lucas is a popular automotive brand that proudly produce all their products in the US. Their heavy duty oil stabilizer promises to increase the life of the oil by over 50% and reduce oil consumption. As an engine begins to age, debris and sludge can buildup, which can cause performance issues. Using an oil additive will help remove and move the debris away from metal surfaces. This will also help the potential of corrosion to exist. How Often Should You Use It? However, most manufacturers will state whether it is suitable for all engines or only older engines. Benefits of using some our recommendations include the following: Friction Resistance