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Post by majoraurora on Jun 24, 2007 10:02:09 GMT -6
Well, this could be performance or maintenance so if it gets moved I understand. Its really my endorsement........
Issue: Minor hesitation, poor response from low RPMs and standing starts. Car running well, but about 87% of where Julie's immaculate 99 runs.
Course of action: The car is going from Tn, to Il, to WI, to MN, to WI, to Il, to WI and finally back to TN over the next two weeks. The 95 has warranty and roadside and we try to minimize the 99 miles.
1. Changed Oil
2. Added Restore
3. Had the Trans Solenoid preventive Maintenance done ($87 plus parts, and the tranny looks mint at 70,000 miles.)
4. Added 6 ounces of LUCAS fuel system treatment to a full tank of premium
5. Drove from Tn to Chicago on Friday
Results: Throttle response is now instant, car runs much smoother, driving is even more fun. I thought it was a 95 anomaly but likely a dirty fuel system. It runs as it should with light throttle pressure required to get going smartly.
I reccomend highly using the LUCAS fuel treatment.
What a difference!!!!!
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Post by scottydl on Jun 24, 2007 11:28:39 GMT -6
Well, this could be performance or maintenance so if it gets moved I understand. Its really my endorsement........ How about Product Reviews instead?  |
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Post by BuccaneersFan on Jun 24, 2007 13:01:00 GMT -6
Issue: Minor hesitation, poor response from low RPMs and standing starts.That's the exact same thing that's going on with my 96, I'll have to try that stuff. |
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Post by majoraurora on Jun 24, 2007 13:14:02 GMT -6
OK, an update. Julie just ran 309 miles on 12.8 gallons. The DIC was within 1/10th of a gallon on its usage readout and she yielded 24 MPG. We had been getting very erroneous readings, as much as 2 gallons off, and poor gauge action. I suspect the Lucas properly lubed and cleaned the sending unit as well. You really must try this if you have fuel system issues...!!!!!!!!!
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Post by centennialman on Jun 24, 2007 14:40:51 GMT -6
I agree: I've been using this stuff for 3 years now. I buy it in the 32oz squeeze bottle. Never leave home without it.
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Post by my1stluv on Jun 24, 2007 15:02:52 GMT -6
I swear by this sh**
I know an Alero that used Lucas in every part you could,
Its at 416,000 kms and still running strong !!
Mine too !!!
Ez
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Post by intheb0x on Jun 24, 2007 23:56:34 GMT -6
i swear by lucas also.
i use there oil additive and there fuel treatment.
i ahve a 2000 neon i gave to my gf and its got 141k miles and the fuel treatment stuff made the car run like new.
unreal stuff.
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Post by KliffsAurora on Jul 27, 2007 10:44:49 GMT -6
My 95 Aurora has Lucas Oil and Additive, Transmission Additive, Power Steering Fluid, and I use the Fuel System Cleaner. I understand why people love it. It's a great product. I think that's why my car is still in one piece. Granted I have a Power Steering leak but that Lucas stuff stops it for about a week before it starts back up.
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Post by KliffsAurora on Jul 27, 2007 10:45:39 GMT -6
I have a question for majoraurora, what kind of wheels are those? Chrysler brand?
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Post by centennialman on Jul 27, 2007 13:36:18 GMT -6
Just put the Oil Stabilizer in at the last oil change on our 96 3.1L Corsica. First time for me in any vehicle, although I have been using the Top Oil for a long time. Lifter noise is greatly reduced. There's more power to the wheels too; can light them up from a standing start. I can't believe it (or maybe some of the oil was spilled on the tread  ). It has over 168000Km on it. It's going into the 'rora at the next opportunity. |
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Post by unirok on Jul 28, 2007 13:33:19 GMT -6
Comes in a pretty big bottle. How much do you squirt in the gas tank?
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Post by KliffsAurora on Jul 28, 2007 18:32:03 GMT -6
They have a small bottle, 12oz. I think. I have the 32oz. bottle and thus far has lasted almost a year.
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Post by unirok on Jul 29, 2007 15:53:10 GMT -6
I have a question for majoraurora, what kind of wheels are those? Chrysler brand? Yep those are OEM chrysler rims |
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Post by lanceslambos on Aug 4, 2007 11:29:29 GMT -6
my fuel gauge acts crazy anytime its below 1/2 a tank. i know the sending unit is corroded. i am gonna get some sea foam. i think its probably the best out there.
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Post by unirok on Aug 4, 2007 11:49:28 GMT -6
my fuel gauge acts crazy anytime its below 1/2 a tank. i know the sending unit is corroded. i am gonna get some sea foam. i think its probably the best out there. Even when new my Auroras gas guage was far from accurate. |
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Post by swartzrora on Feb 19, 2008 8:20:42 GMT -6
Sounds great!!!!!
Just found this product listed on some ebay stores.
Looking forward to trying some.
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Post by A-boy95 on Feb 28, 2008 10:53:17 GMT -6
I use lucas, the oil stuff and the fuel, evreytime i change my oil
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2008 18:26:57 GMT -6
i too swear by this stuff. I've ran it in all of my cars
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Post by sefiero on Jun 10, 2010 22:39:12 GMT -6
ive used it but never felt it did anything, it seems most of it is oil so i dont know where its goingto help with clogged injectors. Ive used gumout and have always felt a good response after but I think it may have a octane booster in it.??
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Post by scottydl on Jun 16, 2010 14:52:53 GMT -6
Ive used gumout and have always felt a good response after That's called the "placebo effect". None of these cleaners will make an immediate difference. Their claim is that they will help when used regularly. At the bobistheoilguy.com forums, I that Auto-RX and the Chevron Techron additives are considered legit but I'm not sure about others. Even octane boosters are mostly bunk, they only increase your octane level by something like 0.1 and cost the same as 1-2 gallons of gas.  |
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). It has over 168000Km on it. It's going into the 'rora at the next opportunity.
