Is Slick 50 snake oil?
You can get as defensive as you want but after using the Slick 50 products since 1981 in everything from lawn mowers to a P51 Mustang, I know that the product does what it says it will do, is an engine treatment not an additive and is definitely not ‘snake oil’. Even on your website you make no case against it.
Does Slick 50 really work?
Slick 50 worked as designed. It made a lot of money for the manufacturer and sorry to say damaged a lot of engines. If it not broke Don’t fix it. If it is broke, Slick 50 will not fix it. 1 Like geeaeaFebruary 3, 2010, 9:54pm
Should you add z-max to your engine oil?
Without chemical analysis and engine-tear downs, you cannot know the methods or the resulting operating environment created by the addition of Z-Max to an oil. The oil’s additive package is being altered, and something is very likely going out of balance.
What is the latest with Zmax?
ZMax is the latest company to be charged in a long list of companies. (Read about the latest FTC charges against zMax in our informative articles links below). The FTC has successfully halted false and deceptive advertising by the marketers of Dura Lube, Motor Up, Prolong, Valvoline, Slick 50, STP and other major brands of engine treatment systems.
Can Slick 50 damage engine?
In fact, according to the FTC complaint, tests do not prove that Slick 50 reduces engine wear at start up, or by 50%, or that one treatment reduces engine wear for 50,000 miles.
Will zMAX hurt my engine?
0:173:32I can't believe what ZMAX engine formula did to my engine! - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNot sure how that works improves fuel mileage by adding every six thousand miles reduces engine wearMoreNot sure how that works improves fuel mileage by adding every six thousand miles reduces engine wear makes the engine run more smoothly. And lower emissions trusted by professionals.
What is the best oil additive for gasoline engine?
Editor's Pick: Lucas Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer. ... Marvel Mystery Oil. ... Hot Shot's Secret Original Stiction Eliminator. ... Archoil Oil Additive (AR9100) ... Prolong Super Lubricants Engine Treatment (PSL11000) ... REV X High Performance Oil Additive. ... Liqui Moly Cera Tec Friction Modifier. ... Restore Engine Restorer & Lubricant.More items...•
Does Slick 50 work synthetic oil?
Yes, Slick 50® Engine Treatments are compatible with synthetic oils.
What happened to the original Slick 50?
The original Slick 50 (pre 1984) formula is now sold under the name Xcelplus. Q Is it true that Xcelplus is the original Slick 50 formula? A Yes. In 1983 John Bishop the inventor discontinued the supply of the formula to Petrolon who marketed Slick 50.
How often should you use zMAX?
Easy to use, add zMAX Micro-lubricant to your engine oil and fuel (gasoline or diesel) every 6 months or 6,000 miles. Use in your transmission after each flush.
Which fuel additive is best?
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Which fuel system cleaner is the best?
Editor's Pick: Chevron Techron Concentrate Plus Fuel System Cleaner. ... Red Line Complete SI-1 Fuel System Cleaner (60103) ... Royal Purple Max-Clean Fuel System Cleaner and Stabilizer (11722) ... Liqui Moly Jectron Fuel Injection Cleaner. ... Sea Foam Motor Treatment (SF-16) ... Lucas Oil Deep Clean Fuel System Cleaner (10512)More items...
How much Slick 50 do I add?
bottle of SLICK 50® Engine Seal Stop Leak & Conditioner to the oil crankcase or oil sump (up to 6 qt. capacity). Add one 16 oz. bottle for every 6 quarts.
Does Zmax engine formula work?
0:408:02I can't believe what Mobil1 & Zmax engine formula did to my engine!YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd reduce emissions.MoreAnd reduce emissions.
How do you use slick 50 supercharged?
1:211:57How to add Slick50® Engine Treatment - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipHere's how to add slick 50 engine treatment to your engine. Oil unscrew. The oil filler cap and pourMoreHere's how to add slick 50 engine treatment to your engine. Oil unscrew. The oil filler cap and pour it in slick 50 engine treatment can be used for petrol and diesel engines.
Is Thicker oil better for high mileage cars?
The slightly thicker oil film from the heavier base weight oil - 10W - can help protect worn engine bearings as well. As long as you're not hearing knocking or serious mechanical noises from the engine, the heavier oil should buy you many more miles of service from your vehicle.
Slick 50 or Z-max
Anyone use Slick 50 or Z-max in their Flex? Just curious. I remember some lawsuit against Slick 50 a while back for false advertising.
Re: Slick 50 or Z-max
Just more snake oil!!! BOTTOM LINE ... this is what the FTC determined ... ... "zMax is nothing but mineral oil".
Re: Slick 50 or Z-max
My Flex is gone but my audio build threads from all the ones I've done are here on this forum, just search my username.
Re: Slick 50 or Z-max
Absolutely no need for either of those. Save your money. Change your oil regularly and use a trusted brand (pick one) and be done with it. I either use Mobil 1, Castrol, or Amsoil full synthetic and never look back.
Re: Slick 50 or Z-max
there4igraham wrote: If additives were superior they'd be there to begin with.