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On every weekend ride I start by adding a few ounces of fuel treatment (Techron) to the first tank of gas. At one time I had quite alot of carbon buildup on the backside of the intake valves, so I began adding cleaner. After a few treatments the combustion chamber and valves are nearly deposit-free.

Can adding fuel treatment be overdone? Any danger to valve seals or fuel system from too frequent cleaning?

Thanks.
Mike
 
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HighTechHarley said:
On every weekend ride I start by adding a few ounces of fuel treatment (Techron) to the first tank of gas. At one time I had quite alot of carbon buildup on the backside of the intake valves, so I began adding cleaner. After a few treatments the combustion chamber and valves are nearly deposit-free.

Can adding fuel treatment be overdone? Any danger to valve seals or fuel system from too frequent cleaning?

Thanks.
Mike
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Mike, IMHO yes you can over do it. The problem is that many of the cleaners contain chemicals which can be hard on injector seals and orings in the fuel system. In moderation they are fine but I don't suggest you use them often and try to avoid times when they will stay in the fuel system for prolonged periods.
 
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Max said:
Mike, IMHO yes you can over do it. The problem is that many of the cleaners contain chemicals which can be hard on injector seals and orings in the fuel system. In moderation they are fine but I don't suggest you use them often and try to avoid times when they will stay in the fuel system for prolonged periods.
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Thank you, sir. I'll back off the treatment until I see excessive buildup.
 
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Does anyone use Seafoam as an additive once in while?
I use it in my tractors all the time, had problems fouling plugs, been using Seafoam in them for years and haven't fouled a plug yet.
Just wondering ,thanks, Floyd
 
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I usually add a couple ounces of my cleaner every 4-5 tanks of fuel, as I remember. Usually before a long highway trip. I add it to a low tank at home and drive to the gas station a couple miles down the road to fill up.

It is amazing the difference in the backs of the valves I noticed. From crusty looking to a nice smooth golden brown.
 
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floydster said:
Does anyone use Seafoam as an additive once in while?
I use it in my tractors all the time, had problems fouling plugs, been using Seafoam in them for years and haven't fouled a plug yet.
Just wondering ,thanks, Floyd
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I just bought some Seafoam on the recommendation of a friend. I'll put it in over the weekend & we'll see...
 
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I like BG-44K
 
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Anybody out there running the high octane (110) racing fuel? Already has an oil additive in it so it won't dry the seals. A guy that works for me has run it for years in an old 750 Suzuki and has not had a problem. Exhaust burns clean and white.
 
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ajam318 said:
Anybody out there running the high octane (110) racing fuel? Already has an oil additive in it so it won't dry the seals. A guy that works for me has run it for years in an old 750 Suzuki and has not had a problem. Exhaust burns clean and white.
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There really is no reason to use high octane fuel in a vehicle that can not utilize the increase in octane. Engines that are high compression or under high boost could benefit but none otherwise.
 
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I always fill up at Shell stations with the V-Power gas. It's supposed to have Techron already added... Maybe hype, but it doesn't cost any more than the other stations...
 
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HighTechHarley said:
Thank you, sir. I'll back off the treatment until I see excessive buildup.
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Out of curiosity, How does one check for excessive buildup on your valves?
 
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Redline claims their fuel system cleaner can be used constantly without damageing orings and seals. And it seems to do as good a job as any. Not sure if this is true but they are the only ones I know of to make this claim. That is why I have switched to Redline. Advance carries it.
 
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HokieRich said:
Redline claims their fuel system cleaner can be used constantly without damageing orings and seals. And it seems to do as good a job as any. Not sure if this is true but they are the only ones I know of to make this claim. That is why I have switched to Redline. Advance carries it.
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Interesting, thanks.
 
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Chevron Techron is highly recommended by Porsche. I use it every so often in my 951. Guess who helped design the Revo engine? I've heard of bikers using a spoonful of Acetone in the tank, I'm not crazy about that idea.
 
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