This is a great product. My 2002 Sienna has been burning oil like crazy (like scary 4 qts (almost gone) every 100 miles). I did a piston soak (24 hours) with seafoam (nothing was left in the cylinders after the soak which left me to believe it went inside down to the oil pan) and did an oil change after 500 miles. I replaced the PCV because I knew I had a ton of blow by with the oil burning and stuff. Added half a can as part of the oil change. Drove the van on more than 1k mile vacation trip checking oil every 100 miles and to my amazement, no oil burn and the oil stayed full all the time. My MPG went from 12 to 22 MPG as well. The heavy noise coupled with engine that seemed to be under a lot of load on a smooth flat road was replaced with smooth sound and performance like a new engine. This has 150K miles only but is 18 years old. I am thankful that my van is back to where it was and this half can seafoam will be part of my oil change from now on. This shit really works!!!
Born yesterday 😂 found out they got a high mileage can too. Already put the white can in my gas tank. Wanna put the( HM.) In oil crankcase to see if it will quite engine you know the feeling of seeing your dashboard vibrates at every lite 🤯✌️
@@MikaFaye. ill let you know next weakend if it stopped oil burning, though i can say it is great at removing carbon as i did 444+ miles and it was filthy , looked like a 10k mile oil change
I maintain several UTV's (Polaris Ranger, utility vehicles). We add Seafoam to these small engines before oil changes and into the fuel system. You would not believe how much smoother running and more responsive these engines became since starting to use SEAFOAM.
I run Fleet Maint and maintain ~60+ UTV's (Polaris Ranger, utility vehicles, ATV's Snowmobiles). We have NEVER added Seafoam to these small engines before oil changes and into the fuel system. You would not believe how much smoother running and more responsive these engines became since we never used SEAFOAM. What are we missing??? There is nothing quite like a true, "3 Orifice Elixir"! Pour it in your air-hole, your oil-hole, or your GASS-HOLE!! Can't go wrong! :D :D :D 😕
I have been using Seafoam in my 2001 MB E320’s fuel system about 10 years now, every 6 months a full can goes to tank close to oil change. For the last 2 or 3 years I also use it in the crankcase, couple days before the oil change, my car takes a little more than 8 qts oil and I usually get 2 cans a week before the oil change, 3/4 of a can goes to crank case and the rest goes to fuel tank, like I said 100-200 miles in couple days then the oil change. I can swear after the oil change you can’t hear the engine from inside, quiet and idles like a clock, car is almost 20 years old, 220K on the clock. Seafoam is a good product.
I have a Corvette with just about 220,000 miles on it right now. It also, "idles like a clock," (whatever that means). Basically, my car runs like new. Never used the stuff. What have you proven? What am I missing? :bigears:
@@thomaskendrick2221 I wasn’t aware that I was supposed to prove anything. Good for you that POS made it to 220K miles with just regular maintenance, hard to believe but I’ll say whatever….
@@commodoreras Ha ha ha...my 220k car is a "POS" but your 220k Mercedes is special? B/c of the "3 Orifice Elixir"?? LOL. I "get it"...this is where people go when they're challenged. Defensiveness and name calling. That's pretty normal. As you were my old Mercedes man. BTW.....as a fleet Maint Mgr, 220k isn't a big deal; I've had cars (and fleet vehicles) that have cruised right on by 300k, too. Never used this crap. I'll ask you again; What am I missing? :bigears: Relax....you aren't obligated to answer that. Just think about it before you buy more elixirs for your old Merc....or recommend them baselessly to the unwitting. 👍 Oh, BTW, here is a hint; Look up the SDS for Seafoam to get the ingredients....THEN come try to tell me what a "magical cure-all" it really is! 😆
I have a 2004 Toyota Camry with a 192000 miles my wife bought brand new in 2004 it started using some oil not much to very good car ever since I've done this sea foam treatment I have not had to add 1 drop of oil Unless it's a coincidence I'd say the sea foam really clean some deposits out the engine ...now I do it to all 3 of our vehicles our 2018 Toyota rav 4 and my 2013 Ford F 150
My motorcycle was running on 1-2 cylinders (out of 3). Fellow rider recommended Sea Foam. Put contents of one bottle in the fuel tank. Very short time after running engine, it ran VERY smooth. Will get more for my auto. Looks like this additive really works. Thanks
I run a can of this in my 2-stroke Paramotor every 10th or 12th flight I do. Every time I go to rebuild the carb and replace piston rings I feel like I'm wasting my time; it looks pristine, especially right after flying on a can of this. Absolutely recommend for any 2-stroke applications to get rid of carbonized 2-stroke oil residue!
I had that same knock on my 1998 Cheyenne 1500. I used Motor Kote and after 100 mile or so that knock is gone. I will use the Seafoam on it next to clean it out.
Seafoam is indeed a great product for sticking injectors and piston rings,. However there is a better way to prevent 'the sticking': simply change the oil BEFORE the receommended change-out. If youre driving mostly at full highways speeds and also drive at constant speeds, the recommended oil change-out is probably OK. If you are driving in city conditions and mostly for 'short trips' ... consider to change the oil at HALF the recommended interval ... so the carbon, varnish and other 'crap' doesnt build up 'behind' the piston rings ... and then cause adverse wear of the cylinder walls.
I used a few ounces in my crank case and added half a bottle to gas tank at 1/8 fuel remaining. Drove like a banshee out of hell (safely) and I am glad to announce no check engine light or adverse effects. (Edit-06 gm 3800 motor
Never used Sea Foam before. Sp adding more product to oil will not cause "overfilling" the capacity of the oil? For example, if the vehicle takes 5 quarts and there are already 5 quarts of oil in it, won't adding anything overfill the capacity?
Seafoam cleaned the oil sludge out of my Audi A4 with 1.8T engine. Great product. I had a weird check engine light come on in my Nissan. It promptly went away after adding Seafoam to the gas tank.
@@undercoverrt4106 For the 1.8T add it to the crankcase, or same place you add the oil. It will clean out the sludge and let your oil pump work. The sludge stops up the screen on the oil pump. I don't remember how long I let the engine run with it in there.
How can you tell how many ounces to add? Are there markings or visual aids on the side of the bottle or is it better to use a measuring cup and a funnel? Thanks!
I use this on all my cars. I even made a couple videos on my Scarz Carz UA-cam channel adding it to my Audi. I learned a long time ago that its the safest for European cars compared to other brands. Thank you Seafoam for a great product.
@@Ravenwest9876 I add it to both, usually at oil change times. About a hundred miles before oil change I'll put it in oil, and add it to fuel when I do change.
I have 352,344 miles on my 02 LB7 Duramax...i did injectors on it in June..under the valve covers it is spotless! We have a 2013 hemi powered Citadel Durango and added it and ran it for like 600 miles before oil change(I did thus on my own) ..runs just fine. If your wonder what oil I use,Mobil extended performance the gold label 5w20 and mopar mo899 oil filter
Can someone from seafoam answer? If your car is full of oil do you have to let some oil out and then add the seafoam or add the seafoam to the amount you already have in the vehicle no matter if its full or not? Thats my only confusion.
What would happen if you put seafoam in the crankcase at the start of a fresh oil change and left it? In the video it says 100-300 miles BEFORE an oil change. So would putting seafoam in directly after an oil change, have any effects opposed to just before changing oil?
I must have not read the directions properly because I've been only using it with new oil, yet it still works wonderful and better than it used to. I drive a 2001 civic.
I have a Lincoln welder at work that’s given us nothing but problems. An injector with stiction, noisy lifters and fuel issues. I used this in the crank case and IMMEDIATELY heard the difference after starting it up and letting it idle for a while, after welding and running the engine a long time as well. No rough idle, no problem starting up on a cold day. Etc. I plan on using it again after I change the oil. Disclaimer: The boss of the mechanics (who we have to turn our vehicles and equipment to for service) is a spiteful clown of whom I think enjoys messing with the operators and drivers for his own personal entertainment.
There is nothing quite like a true, "3 Orifice Elixir"! Pour it in your air-hole, your oil-hole, or your GASS-HOLE!! Can't go wrong! Stuff HAS to be great!......right? :rolleyes:
Question: Does it evaporate? Let me explain: I added the appropriate amount to the crankcase but couldn't start/run the engine for 2 weeks due to an unrelated issue that I fixed later. Can I then assume that some of the seafoam evaporated since the engine didn't turn allowing it to mix with the oil? Should I top up? Pls let me know. Thanks.
I haven't bought the product yet but will be very soon, but I did have a question. When using seafoam, which method is most effective? And also will I need more than one can if I wanted to put some in the oil crank case and the fuel deposit tank? I don't know the recommended dosage instructions yet but I'm sold on the products ability to work.
Question: wondering if you can dispel this: Somebody told me to not use this on older vehicles, because sometime that sludge is covering up leaks. And when cleaned will expose the leak... what do you say? Thanks
Great question, thx. My answer: Whatever was suggested supposes that all old vehicles have leaky seams that are sealed by sludge. It's true that some might, but more likely not the case at all. Sort of like telling someone to NOT go to the dentist for a toothache because you're too old. Anyway, I would never hesitate to use Sea Foam in oil. Hope this helps!
I started using SeaFoam about 2 years ago on my 2001 civic and it's worked wonders. I'd toss that myth you were told out the window. SF also makes it for High Mileage cars if you're more comfortable with that.
Can i drain the oil, leaving the oil filter then add 3-4 cans of seafoam on idle for a few minutes? Or would it do harm, tryijg to do it on an 88 chevy silverado
Do not do that. Will likely ruin your engine. Never run an engine with motor oil removed from the crankcase. Be patient: Add half a can every interval.
Its recommended to add this 100-300 miles before an oil change...my question is if I'm adding it to my ATV crankcase...diving 100-300 miles is going to take a looooong time. Does it still do a good job cleaning if I add it 50 miles before oil change? Thanks
If I use an electric oil extractor to change my oil through the dip stick, I know it will leave about 1% of oil behind. If I use seafoam, will the liquefied sludge be able to go through the thin tube on my oil extractor? Is it safe to leave behind that tiny 1% of oil?
So do you use regular seafoam even though you have a high mileage vehicle or do you use high mileage seafoam? This is obviously to put in the crankcase
i have a v6 injected engine from 1990 and i've had the can of seafoam sitting ready for years but never got around to it.. i've been running some oil additive that was supposed to reduce friction and stuff, i forget the name of the one that's in there now but it's a competitor of bi-tron from what i remember. right now the oil is black as heck so i'm due to change oil and filter, but i was wondering.. should i add the seafoam before i change out the dirty oil/filter, or should i really change oil and filter first? assuming i should change oil/filter first, is there any limit to how long i can leave the seafoam in there? like if i change everything and add seafoam, knowing me i probably won't change the oil again for some years.. can i expect that to be all good? i barely drive anymore.
@@SeaFoamOfficial thanks very much! i think i will change oil and filter, then seafoam it up :) by the way, i suspect my pick up pipe from the sump might be partially blocked, possibly with really old sludge from before i even owned the car. is sea foam likely to be able to break up heavy/thick particles that might be blocking the screen up? or is it mostly good for residues?
Sea Foam is petroleum oil, same raw material as motor oil. A liquid (incl water) with solvency capabilities does not mean that it is harsh or harmful. Hope that makes sense! @@DominiAeternum
My car takes 4 liters of oil and tends to have a somewhat noisy valve train until the oil gets flowing. I just changed the oil and filter though and I'm not sure if putting some Sea Foam in on brand new oil is the best thing as the oil will become very dirty fast. Would the dissolved sludge in the oil cause extra wear or would the oil filter clean the harmful grit?
This saves francis my sl1 saturn from rod knock my saturn get bad rod knock every 10k kilometers and I just give it some sea foam wait a day run the engine 10 minutes and change oil it always stopped the knock and will until 300k
The attendant at Costco gas station seen me drop a can before filling up an said their fuel was designed to clean engines an me adding sea foam was overkill
I want to add this to my 07 Hyundai Tiburon to clear out sludge before I convert it to synthetic oil but I'm nervous because some people say they have major issues after adding it, my motor doesn't leak and runs good though so would I be fine to add this?
I did this yesterday in my 2002 Toyota Camry. Drove for 150 miles, then changed the oil. The oil came out extremely dark and VERY liquified! I also added the intake Seafoam spray. I can definitely say that I noticed the engine is a lot quieter
Great question: Add to fuel when the tank is lower (vs more or full), then drive at least 20 miles with the higher concentration before adding more fuel.
I'd get a can of Sea Foam Spray and 2 cans of High Mileage. Add half a can of HM to the oil, 1.5 cans to a very low tank of fuel, then do a Sea Foam Spray treatment into the throttle body - easy to do on a 03 CRV. Do all that and let us know how it works after a day or two of driving!
Since I just had an oil change, is it better to add to seafoam to my fuel instead of in the crankcase? I don't want to have to get another oil change in 300 miles
Hi. What is the difference between regular SeaFoam Motor Treatment and the High Mileage version of the same product? How are they different? Is it a matter of different formulation or just concentration? Please enlighten us. Thanks
@@SeaFoamOfficial Wow thats easy I just added it in my audi s3 I wasnt runing great because of cheap fuel and carbonate on the valves. So i just sprayed it into the air intake because the gas valve is very hard to get to. And the car shaked and misfired on acceleration 😬 i wonder why that was ? but now it runs very smooth
I just changed my oil on a ford explorer that is burning a quart of oil every 500 miles. I want to add this to the crank case before the next change, but that might not be for 6 months. If I dump in sea foam and let it do its thing for say 7000 miles will this be bad? Or should I just add it, drive 300 miles and change the oil and filter again?
I have a Buick 3800V6 engine with a slight tapping noise. I used Seafoam as recommended by a mechanic to clean oil passages. It did nothing. Another mechanic had recommended Lucas oil treatment. Nothing. I do not believe any of these oil and gas treatments work. I will look for a repair shop that does not recommend these, but one that gives me a good idea of what the problem is and takes an interest in doing the work,. One can waste a lot of money on these magical additives.
Hi Robert. Maybe we can help? Sea Foam will definitely clean up and quiet lifter noise (caused when a lifter check ball gets gummed up and won't seat). How and when did you apply it? Where did you add it? How much?
I wanna try this on my Toyota pickup 84 it has 95k but car was sitting for a while please help we’re doing I start and I just had oil change when do I add it?
You can add to fuel and oil systems at the same time. Not sure what you mean by 1... If 1 can to each, adding 1 can to most oil systems is too much. For example, a 5 or 6 quart oil system should use half a can (no more than 5 to 8 ounces).
I have a 2018 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 l Going to be doing in oil flush and then taking it to the dealer to have them change the oil like they usually do last time they change my oil I went to a gas station to take a piss came back out start the car and it just died it’s done it before after a oil change but I didn’t really think about it I just thought well maybe it didn’t catch but this time it cought and started and ran for like two seconds and then shut off completely turn the key back and forth fired right up never stalled out again so it’s time for another oil change and instead of asking the dealership about it I’m just gonna take it on to myself and go flush my own oil so we will not have that problem the dealership won’t do nothing about it anyway they’ll just say nothings wrong with it that’s the way the car is made
Hi Bob. I don't think anything related to changing the oil has anything to do with the vehicle not starting. Why the car is not to starting is being caused by something else. Take it to an auto parts store and have the battery tested for voltage. Fuel filter, too.
you mention adding at 'any time' but recommend '1-300 miles prior to change.' So it's not advised to go longer as an 'oil additive' as it'll dilute the oil recommended by manufacturer?
Thanks for the question! You always want to drive at least 100 miles with Sea Foam in the oil before replacing oil. You can drive the full length of the oil interval if you wish. Hope this helps!
@@SeaFoamOfficial if added after, does it need to be drained/removed from the crankcase before using the vehicle regularly? Edit: I'm reading in other comments, from my understanding it is Sea Foam's recommendation to change oil again 100 miles after adding seafoam. I won't be driving my truck super often after the initial change, so should I even use sea foam or just do a normal oil change? My truck (94 Nissan D21, auto, 2.4l) has sat for a few months needing repairs and the oil has gotten sludgy and dark. Was just going to change the oil before driving it again, but someone recommended Seafoam to me.
I use seafoam before oil change, i dont put it in fuel anymore as i started having cat / o2 errors after putting it in gas (was coil errors causing missfires - reason i tried seafoam thinking injectors were dirty). Then i run my mowers on that dirty oil for 20 mins then fresh oil in them all.
Hi I put one can of seafoam in my car crankcase 4 liter capicity and 2.4 engine model because it is burning oil is it safe let it for longer time till the problem solve?
I got a noisy lifters or something checking on my 2002 avalanche with 121K miles. I hope this does the trick. I always have the oil changed in a timely manner.
After a good fwy run, I poured some down the carburetor of my 1983 Corolla & it cleared lots of deposits. No more dieseling (hesitates to shut off after turning off at ignition switch)
Sea foam can be added at any time between oil change intervals,but your recomendatios is to add to crankcase 100 o 300 miles before each oil change....Can you explain why?is better or what?After that is good to use all the time when i am filling up the tank,adding just 10 ml/liter?
When adding to oil crankcase, a minimum of 100 miles allows enough time to circulate and clean. Can add to fuel as often as you wish. Add a whole can to fuel when tank is low (creates a greater cleaning concentration) and drive at least 20 KM before adding more fuel.
@@SeaFoamOfficial Yes,i did it,but still i dont understand why if is safe to put each time i am changing the oil,the recomendation is to put before to oil change?What is happening if i put on my crankcase and running the next 10.000 km ?You said,not dilute the oil so what is the problem?Now i am using only on the fuel tank,the the car is running better!Thank you for your time!
Add half a can every interval. You can also add any time during the oil interval. Easy! Lifter noise typically fades away within 100 drive miles or sometimes 2 or 3 treatments.
I was told today that I shouldn't use Seafoam in my 2020 Kia Optima GDI. After putting in Seafoam the other day, I got my oil changed today, and that's when the mechanic told me that I shouldn't use it with my GDI engine. I have been using it and following the instructions 1 oz per quart.
I'd like to know if I can use this as a engine flush prior to changing oil (does not say on the can}....Put in a WHOLE CAN, then idle engine (NO DRIVING) for 10 minutes or even a hour, then change the oil and filter... There are engine flushes out there that do this principal, HOW ABOUT SEA FOAM? Any comments?
@@SeaFoamOfficial If I idle the vehicle FOR ONE HOUR, it will more than get hot enough and heat and circulate! And you say to drive for 100 miles?Would that be at 35 mph in the city or 70 to 80 mph on the freeway?Any more from anyone? I really think this will work, by just idling for one hour. The engine WILL GET HOT.
@@SeaFoamOfficial I have to say that I strongly respect that comment. You also need to put that (as in HEAT) ON your cans for marketability.. I think this will work
This is a great product. My 2002 Sienna has been burning oil like crazy (like scary 4 qts (almost gone) every 100 miles). I did a piston soak (24 hours) with seafoam (nothing was left in the cylinders after the soak which left me to believe it went inside down to the oil pan) and did an oil change after 500 miles. I replaced the PCV because I knew I had a ton of blow by with the oil burning and stuff. Added half a can as part of the oil change. Drove the van on more than 1k mile vacation trip checking oil every 100 miles and to my amazement, no oil burn and the oil stayed full all the time. My MPG went from 12 to 22 MPG as well. The heavy noise coupled with engine that seemed to be under a lot of load on a smooth flat road was replaced with smooth sound and performance like a new engine. This has 150K miles only but is 18 years old. I am thankful that my van is back to where it was and this half can seafoam will be part of my oil change from now on. This shit really works!!!
So the piston soak! Do you just take out the spark plugs then pour some in? And let it set 24 hours?
So when u do an oil change you add seafoam??
Born yesterday 😂 found out they got a high mileage can too. Already put the white can in my gas tank. Wanna put the( HM.) In oil crankcase to see if it will quite engine you know the feeling of seeing your dashboard vibrates at every lite 🤯✌️
Half a can seems like WAY too much. Only need 1 Oz per 1 quart of oil in the engine
And how much time do you run the engine with that???
I'll try this one...but don't worry Scotty,i still have my toyota!!!
😂😂😂😂 rev up your engine 👋
Did it made any difference? Wich one?
Not for long if u ask Scotty lool, I just put marvel mystery oil in my celica will find out in 300 miles
@@williamburndred6284 what's the update?
@@MikaFaye. ill let you know next weakend if it stopped oil burning, though i can say it is great at removing carbon as i did 444+ miles and it was filthy , looked like a 10k mile oil change
I maintain several UTV's (Polaris Ranger, utility vehicles). We add Seafoam to these small engines before oil changes and into the fuel system. You would not believe how much smoother running and more responsive these engines became since starting to use SEAFOAM.
Well those are tiny engines. No wonder the effect is much more
I run Fleet Maint and maintain ~60+ UTV's (Polaris Ranger, utility vehicles, ATV's Snowmobiles). We have NEVER added Seafoam to these small engines before oil changes and into the fuel system. You would not believe how much smoother running and more responsive these engines became since we never used SEAFOAM. What are we missing??? There is nothing quite like a true, "3 Orifice Elixir"! Pour it in your air-hole, your oil-hole, or your GASS-HOLE!! Can't go wrong! :D :D :D 😕
Always! Added to oil, gas, vacuum line and sprayed in the throttle body! I do this on every car!
I have been using Seafoam in my 2001 MB E320’s fuel system about 10 years now, every 6 months a full can goes to tank close to oil change. For the last 2 or 3 years I also use it in the crankcase, couple days before the oil change, my car takes a little more than 8 qts oil and I usually get 2 cans a week before the oil change, 3/4 of a can goes to crank case and the rest goes to fuel tank, like I said 100-200 miles in couple days then the oil change. I can swear after the oil change you can’t hear the engine from inside, quiet and idles like a clock, car is almost 20 years old, 220K on the clock.
Seafoam is a good product.
So u dont do 1 ounce per qt?
I have a Corvette with just about 220,000 miles on it right now. It also, "idles like a clock," (whatever that means). Basically, my car runs like new. Never used the stuff. What have you proven? What am I missing? :bigears:
@@thomaskendrick2221 I wasn’t aware that I was supposed to prove anything. Good for you that POS made it to 220K miles with just regular maintenance, hard to believe but I’ll say whatever….
@@commodoreras Ha ha ha...my 220k car is a "POS" but your 220k Mercedes is special? B/c of the "3 Orifice Elixir"?? LOL.
I "get it"...this is where people go when they're challenged. Defensiveness and name calling. That's pretty normal. As you were my old Mercedes man. BTW.....as a fleet Maint Mgr, 220k isn't a big deal; I've had cars (and fleet vehicles) that have cruised right on by 300k, too. Never used this crap. I'll ask you again; What am I missing? :bigears: Relax....you aren't obligated to answer that. Just think about it before you buy more elixirs for your old Merc....or recommend them baselessly to the unwitting. 👍
Oh, BTW, here is a hint; Look up the SDS for Seafoam to get the ingredients....THEN come try to tell me what a "magical cure-all" it really is! 😆
If I could add a pic/pics I would...did injector job on 02 LB7 Duramax in June ..it is almost 350,000 miles ..under the valve covers are spotless!
I like how the directions in the video match up with the directions on the can.
I run this on my 600 miles before every oil change and my car has 250,000 miles still going strong
Very nice! 👍
You add it to your oil & drive 600 Miles then do an oil change?
I have a 2004 Toyota Camry with a 192000 miles my wife bought brand new in 2004 it started using some oil not much to very good car ever since I've done this sea foam treatment I have not had to add 1 drop of oil Unless it's a coincidence I'd say the sea foam really clean some deposits out the engine ...now I do it to all 3 of our vehicles our 2018 Toyota rav 4 and my 2013 Ford F 150
Been using it for 50 years and it works great
What’s your control group?
My motorcycle was running on 1-2 cylinders (out of 3). Fellow rider recommended Sea Foam. Put contents of one bottle in the fuel tank. Very short time after running engine, it ran VERY smooth. Will get more for my auto. Looks like this additive really works. Thanks
Right on Donald - we're believers too!!
I run a can of this in my 2-stroke Paramotor every 10th or 12th flight I do. Every time I go to rebuild the carb and replace piston rings I feel like I'm wasting my time; it looks pristine, especially right after flying on a can of this. Absolutely recommend for any 2-stroke applications to get rid of carbonized 2-stroke oil residue!
Love that story!
I had a knock on cold starts on my 2001 Silverado and this eliminated it by adding to the crankcase
Was your truck smoking. ? Before use ?
Did u add it to tank or oil?
I had that same knock on my 1998 Cheyenne 1500. I used Motor Kote and after 100 mile or so that knock is gone. I will use the Seafoam on it next to clean it out.
@@vicreyes9237 he said crankcase, so I assume oil.
Seafoam is indeed a great product for sticking injectors and piston rings,.
However there is a better way to prevent 'the sticking': simply change the oil BEFORE the receommended change-out. If youre driving mostly at full highways speeds and also drive at constant speeds, the recommended oil change-out is probably OK. If you are driving in city conditions and mostly for 'short trips' ... consider to change the oil at HALF the recommended interval ... so the carbon, varnish and other 'crap' doesnt build up 'behind' the piston rings ... and then cause adverse wear of the cylinder walls.
I added about 5 oz too much as per 1 oz/quart. Should I drain oil?
I use it past 2 years in my oil no motor problem.
Thank you for making this video very HELPFUL 👍🏽👍🏽
Aunt Barbara adores you!
I used a few ounces in my crank case and added half a bottle to gas tank at 1/8 fuel remaining. Drove like a banshee out of hell (safely) and I am glad to announce no check engine light or adverse effects.
(Edit-06 gm 3800 motor
Never used Sea Foam before. Sp adding more product to oil will not cause "overfilling" the capacity of the oil? For example, if the vehicle takes 5 quarts and there are already 5 quarts of oil in it, won't adding anything overfill the capacity?
You're adding 5 oz to 160 oz of oil. No worries.
seafoam products work! i used it on my 2003 civic and i could tell it runs smoother. did i also mention their excellent customer service! thanks Jim!!
Thanks, Lodi 22 - Pleased to hear + thanks for using Sea Foam!
Did you put it in the crankcase with the oil?
I have a 2003 RAV4
Seafoam cleaned the oil sludge out of my Audi A4 with 1.8T engine. Great product. I had a weird check engine light come on in my Nissan. It promptly went away after adding Seafoam to the gas tank.
Good to know-- I've got a Passat 1.8T, same set up with that sludgemaker turbo. I'll have to try this soon!
D’yer maker where did u put it on and did u put the whole bottle?
@@undercoverrt4106 For the 1.8T add it to the crankcase, or same place you add the oil. It will clean out the sludge and let your oil pump work. The sludge stops up the screen on the oil pump. I don't remember how long I let the engine run with it in there.
@@undercoverrt4106 yes, whole bottle in crankcase.
@D’yer maker did u put it with the car on or off?
How can you tell how many ounces to add? Are there markings or visual aids on the side of the bottle or is it better to use a measuring cup and a funnel? Thanks!
I just eyeball it + feel the weight of the can. Does not have to be precise.
I've always heard an ounce per quart of oil.
I use an old pint mason jar with oz markings. Now dedicated for seafoam.
I use this on all my cars. I even made a couple videos on my Scarz Carz UA-cam channel adding it to my Audi. I learned a long time ago that its the safest for European cars compared to other brands. Thank you Seafoam for a great product.
Quick question; do you add this to your motor or fuel tank?
@@Ravenwest9876 I add it to both, usually at oil change times. About a hundred miles before oil change I'll put it in oil, and add it to fuel when I do change.
@@joemartin3240 thanks sir
I have 352,344 miles on my 02 LB7 Duramax...i did injectors on it in June..under the valve covers it is spotless! We have a 2013 hemi powered Citadel Durango and added it and ran it for like 600 miles before oil change(I did thus on my own) ..runs just fine. If your wonder what oil I use,Mobil extended performance the gold label 5w20 and mopar mo899 oil filter
I have a 2011 dodge citadel with a p000b code
Can someone from seafoam answer? If your car is full of oil do you have to let some oil out and then add the seafoam or add the seafoam to the amount you already have in the vehicle no matter if its full or not? Thats my only confusion.
No need to remove oil. Plenty of room in the crankcase.
@@SeaFoamOfficial ok thank you. I didn't use a full bottle.. but if you don't mind, how often should a person use this to clean out the system.
@@DocHicksTv In oil, once per intertval.
What would happen if you put seafoam in the crankcase at the start of a fresh oil change and left it? In the video it says 100-300 miles BEFORE an oil change. So would putting seafoam in directly after an oil change, have any effects opposed to just before changing oil?
That would be fine.
@@SeaFoamOfficial okay thank you!
I must have not read the directions properly because I've been only using it with new oil, yet it still works wonderful and better than it used to. I drive a 2001 civic.
This was the question i was gonna ask😅
@SeaFoamOfficial is it better to wait till before the oil change is due or do it right after?
I have a Lincoln welder at work that’s given us nothing but problems. An injector with stiction, noisy lifters and fuel issues. I used this in the crank case and IMMEDIATELY heard the difference after starting it up and letting it idle for a while, after welding and running the engine a long time as well.
No rough idle, no problem starting up on a cold day. Etc. I plan on using it again after I change the oil.
Disclaimer: The boss of the mechanics (who we have to turn our vehicles and equipment to for service) is a spiteful clown of whom I think enjoys messing with the operators and drivers for his own personal entertainment.
Im doing this as we speak, been noticing rough idling but no light so I’m putting some in my gas and oil now.
Will this help sticky internals, like rings and lifters, rockers?
Yes!
@Richard Pedroza marvel mystery oil thins oil
There is nothing quite like a true, "3 Orifice Elixir"! Pour it in your air-hole, your oil-hole, or your GASS-HOLE!! Can't go wrong! Stuff HAS to be great!......right? :rolleyes:
Only product I use! Good stuff!!
Question: Does it evaporate?
Let me explain: I added the appropriate amount to the crankcase but couldn't start/run the engine for 2 weeks due to an unrelated issue that I fixed later. Can I then assume that some of the seafoam evaporated since the engine didn't turn allowing it to mix with the oil? Should I top up? Pls let me know. Thanks.
Sea Foam is petroleum oil - it will not evaporate from the crankcase so good to go/nothing to do.
I haven't bought the product yet but will be very soon, but I did have a question. When using seafoam, which method is most effective? And also will I need more than one can if I wanted to put some in the oil crank case and the fuel deposit tank? I don't know the recommended dosage instructions yet but I'm sold on the products ability to work.
Both are great. Adding to fuel vs adding to oil is not a either/or. Best to do both.
Question: wondering if you can dispel this:
Somebody told me to not use this on older vehicles, because sometime that sludge is covering up leaks. And when cleaned will expose the leak...
what do you say?
Thanks
Great question, thx. My answer: Whatever was suggested supposes that all old vehicles have leaky seams that are sealed by sludge. It's true that some might, but more likely not the case at all. Sort of like telling someone to NOT go to the dentist for a toothache because you're too old. Anyway, I would never hesitate to use Sea Foam in oil. Hope this helps!
I started using SeaFoam about 2 years ago on my 2001 civic and it's worked wonders. I'd toss that myth you were told out the window. SF also makes it for High Mileage cars if you're more comfortable with that.
I have 2700 miles left for my oil change. Is it okay If I put it in now?
Yes, OK to add any time during the oil life.
Can i drain the oil, leaving the oil filter then add 3-4 cans of seafoam on idle for a few minutes? Or would it do harm, tryijg to do it on an 88 chevy silverado
Do not do that. Will likely ruin your engine. Never run an engine with motor oil removed from the crankcase. Be patient: Add half a can every interval.
@@SeaFoamOfficial thank you, for getting back, i will wait and do it like its suppose to be, thank you
@@spartantony1 Our pleasure, always!
Never in your life do that.
Can i add seafoam in crankcase and run it for 3000 miles for every OIC?
Can you add seafoam to new oil and leave it there until the next oil change? ( 4000 kilometers ) give or take?
Yes, can do!
Its recommended to add this 100-300 miles before an oil change...my question is if I'm adding it to my ATV crankcase...diving 100-300 miles is going to take a looooong time. Does it still do a good job cleaning if I add it 50 miles before oil change? Thanks
For an ATV figure 60 minutes of operation with Sea Foam in the oil. Hope this helps!
If I use an electric oil extractor to change my oil through the dip stick, I know it will leave about 1% of oil behind. If I use seafoam, will the liquefied sludge be able to go through the thin tube on my oil extractor? Is it safe to leave behind that tiny 1% of oil?
Great question. Anything Sea Foam cleans will blend into the fluid oil phase, so yes.
So do you use regular seafoam even though you have a high mileage vehicle or do you use high mileage seafoam? This is obviously to put in the crankcase
Can use either. High Mileage is tougher on stubborn residues.
I use this but in the gas tank
your Aunt Barbara was Miss Seafoam 1971 👑
Hi could you do some videos with the new and old domestic cars
i have a v6 injected engine from 1990 and i've had the can of seafoam sitting ready for years but never got around to it..
i've been running some oil additive that was supposed to reduce friction and stuff, i forget the name of the one that's in there now but it's a competitor of bi-tron from what i remember. right now the oil is black as heck so i'm due to change oil and filter, but i was wondering..
should i add the seafoam before i change out the dirty oil/filter, or should i really change oil and filter first?
assuming i should change oil/filter first, is there any limit to how long i can leave the seafoam in there? like if i change everything and add seafoam, knowing me i probably won't change the oil again for some years.. can i expect that to be all good? i barely drive anymore.
Either before or after is fine. Using Sea Foam in oil to clean heavy residues is something to do every interval, so the sooner the better!
@@SeaFoamOfficial thanks very much! i think i will change oil and filter, then seafoam it up :)
by the way, i suspect my pick up pipe from the sump might be partially blocked, possibly with really old sludge from before i even owned the car.
is sea foam likely to be able to break up heavy/thick particles that might be blocking the screen up? or is it mostly good for residues?
@@outseeker Sea Foam works to reliquefy heavier oil buildup, so yes. Use every interval!
Can you run seafoam in your crank case for the full 3000 miles will it harm your engine
You can do that! Will work great, no worries at all.
do you have to heat up your engine first?
No. You can add this additive before or after engine start.
Just poured a whole bottle of this to my gass tank 😂 omgggg
What do you mean omg? Seafoam is tried and true
So what happens if you leave it for longer than 300 miles in the oil?
No worries. Can leave in oil for entire interval.
@@SeaFoamOfficial wow really?! I heard the solvents eventually started wearing down plastics & seals.
Sea Foam is petroleum oil, same raw material as motor oil. A liquid (incl water) with solvency capabilities does not mean that it is harsh or harmful. Hope that makes sense! @@DominiAeternum
I put 4 oz for my honda accord 1998 4cyl and then I drive it 10min, check engine light turn on. What do I do with it ?
I would put a code reader on it to find out what prompted the CEL. Most auto parts stores will read a CEL code for free.
My car takes 4 liters of oil and tends to have a somewhat noisy valve train until the oil gets flowing. I just changed the oil and filter though and I'm not sure if putting some Sea Foam in on brand new oil is the best thing as the oil will become very dirty fast. Would the dissolved sludge in the oil cause extra wear or would the oil filter clean the harmful grit?
Hi Brock: No worries - just add half a can and let it work until ready to change oil.
If it looks really dark just change it. Even if you haven’t reached your interval. Oil is cheap, engines are expensive
This saves francis my sl1 saturn from rod knock my saturn get bad rod knock every 10k kilometers and I just give it some sea foam wait a day run the engine 10 minutes and change oil it always stopped the knock and will until 300k
The attendant at Costco gas station seen me drop a can before filling up an said their fuel was designed to clean engines an me adding sea foam was overkill
He is a gas attendant for a reason 😂 no such thing as overkill when it comes to keeping a clean engine
Fuck em
Should I do this on my 2007 Lexus Is250? I just want to clean it out but I'm afraid if I do do it, It might create leaks.
What do you suggest?
Why do you think you have leaky seals?
@@SeaFoamOfficial I'm not sure if I do or not. I just feel like it might do that cause it's an older vehicle haha.
I've just never used it before.
@@Mag1c4lyfe Am very doubtful that you have leaky seals.
I want to add this to my 07 Hyundai Tiburon to clear out sludge before I convert it to synthetic oil but I'm nervous because some people say they have major issues after adding it, my motor doesn't leak and runs good though so would I be fine to add this?
People are describing old engines with leaky worn out gaskets. I doubt you have those problems. No worries.
Seafoam fixed my erectile disfunction
I did this yesterday in my 2002 Toyota Camry. Drove for 150 miles, then changed the oil. The oil came out extremely dark and VERY liquified! I also added the intake Seafoam spray. I can definitely say that I noticed the engine is a lot quieter
What's the hype about damaging catalyct converters? I got a can here and i cant find any ibformation besides from Scotty 🤷🏿♂️🙏🏾 thanks
FWIW, Sea Foam has nothing to do with how a cat conv works.
Is this product ever bin used on a 2004 acura tsx ? Just want to make sure because I know how acura engines are so delicate
Yes, can be used in any gasoline or diesel engine!
If filling in gas tank, am I supposed to add bottle to an almost empty tank and run the engine? Or am i supposed to add seafoam and gasoline together?
Great question: Add to fuel when the tank is lower (vs more or full), then drive at least 20 miles with the higher concentration before adding more fuel.
I put a can in an almost empty tank at the gas station, then fill it up with gas.
@@MMID303 That makes no sense...LOL
Does it help with hard start Honda crv? 03?
I'd get a can of Sea Foam Spray and 2 cans of High Mileage. Add half a can of HM to the oil, 1.5 cans to a very low tank of fuel, then do a Sea Foam Spray treatment into the throttle body - easy to do on a 03 CRV. Do all that and let us know how it works after a day or two of driving!
I really thought this was a joke 😳
Not at all.
My car takes 6
quarts of oil in a 6 cylinder car I believe im 1 quart low so I'm going to put four ounces in.Is this ok?
Yes, that would work. You can also eyeball as much as half a can.
@@SeaFoamOfficial I put it my oil 1500 mile before my oil changed
@@omarcarnegie7614 That will work!
@@SeaFoamOfficial My car has a 4.5 quarts oil capacity with filter, how any ounces of seafoam do i need to use?
@@above.average.gaming.natio3026 5 to 8 ounces. I personally use 1.5 oz per qt.
Don’t add any crap to your oil. It is all crap.
Since I just had an oil change, is it better to add to seafoam to my fuel instead of in the crankcase? I don't want to have to get another oil change in 300 miles
Great question. Yes, can add to fuel. Can get another can when closer your next oil change.
could you add this to a motorcycle? will it interfere with a wet clutch
I cant see how besides you only want to go 100 miles or so.
Works great (and safe) for a wet clutch.
Hi. What is the difference between regular SeaFoam Motor Treatment and the High Mileage version of the same product? How are they different? Is it a matter of different formulation or just concentration? Please enlighten us. Thanks
Very similar. HM is tougher on stubborn deposits.
Added more than the recommended amount, would that help clean the internal engine better? My 305 cubic inch Chevrolet engine is extremely gritty.
How much did you add?
I added the one ounce per quart of oil, 5 measured oz. question is added MORE would help my extremely gritty 305 engine.
@@barrypowell829 For a 5 quart system you can just eyeball half a can. A few more ounces will help a little.
@@SeaFoamOfficial
Added whole bottle to a 6 quart system?
@@justinmitchell553 Keep an eye on the oil going dark. We recommend replacing the oil if you add 2X amount.
Is it the same product that you can add to your crankcase or gastank ?
Yes, the same.
@@SeaFoamOfficial
Wow thats easy
I just added it in my audi s3
I wasnt runing great because of cheap fuel and carbonate on the valves. So i just sprayed it into the air intake because the gas valve is very hard to get to. And the car shaked and misfired on acceleration 😬 i wonder why that was ? but now it runs very smooth
@@HappyDude1 Can cause misfiring during application. Doesn't hurt anything.
I just changed my oil on a ford explorer that is burning a quart of oil every 500 miles. I want to add this to the crank case before the next change, but that might not be for 6 months. If I dump in sea foam and let it do its thing for say 7000 miles will this be bad? Or should I just add it, drive 300 miles and change the oil and filter again?
You can add at any time during the interval. No worries.👍
I have a Buick 3800V6 engine with a slight tapping noise. I used Seafoam as recommended by a mechanic to clean oil passages. It did nothing. Another mechanic had recommended Lucas oil treatment. Nothing. I do not believe any of these oil and gas treatments work. I will look for a repair shop that does not recommend these, but one that gives me a good idea of what the problem is and takes an interest in doing the work,. One can waste a lot of money on these magical additives.
Hi Robert. Maybe we can help? Sea Foam will definitely clean up and quiet lifter noise (caused when a lifter check ball gets gummed up and won't seat). How and when did you apply it? Where did you add it? How much?
Anyone have a 98 Ford Taurus that can give me some info on this product?
I wanna try this on my Toyota pickup 84 it has 95k but car was sitting for a while please help we’re doing I start and I just had oil change when do I add it?
Add it where you add motor oil. Just open the filler cap and pour in half a can.
Can I àdd 1 to the tank and 1 to the oil at once??
You can add to fuel and oil systems at the same time. Not sure what you mean by 1... If 1 can to each, adding 1 can to most oil systems is too much. For example, a 5 or 6 quart oil system should use half a can (no more than 5 to 8 ounces).
I used this on my amc 360 engine with a lifter knock.. The noise did go away for 2-3 days but came back and never went away again.. sucks
How many times did you add it to your oil? Sometimes requires treating 2 or 3 oil intervals... Keep at it!
I tried this once 2 catfish, baby walrus blew out the tailpipe 😂
If I just got a oil change can I still put it in there already put a fan in my fuel tank a couple days ago
yes, can do 👍
I have a 2018 Hyundai Elantra 2.0 l Going to be doing in oil flush and then taking it to the dealer to have them change the oil like they usually do last time they change my oil I went to a gas station to take a piss came back out start the car and it just died it’s done it before after a oil change but I didn’t really think about it I just thought well maybe it didn’t catch but this time it cought and started and ran for like two seconds and then shut off completely turn the key back and forth fired right up never stalled out again so it’s time for another oil change and instead of asking the dealership about it I’m just gonna take it on to myself and go flush my own oil so we will not have that problem the dealership won’t do nothing about it anyway they’ll just say nothings wrong with it that’s the way the car is made
Hi Bob. I don't think anything related to changing the oil has anything to do with the vehicle not starting. Why the car is not to starting is being caused by something else. Take it to an auto parts store and have the battery tested for voltage. Fuel filter, too.
you mention adding at 'any time' but recommend '1-300 miles prior to change.' So it's not advised to go longer as an 'oil additive' as it'll dilute the oil recommended by manufacturer?
It does not dilute the oil. Like when we clean our teeth... Can be done any time, but there are more ideal times based on our daily routines.
Can i run my truck wt that or i have to doit like a fluch and change my oil fast or i can use as a aditive and wait till my nex oil change?
Thanks for the question! You always want to drive at least 100 miles with Sea Foam in the oil before replacing oil. You can drive the full length of the oil interval if you wish. Hope this helps!
I didn't read the directions and dumped the whole can into my oil, my oil capacity is 5.7 quarts, should I be concerned about overdose?
If concerned , change your oil. Can also drain 2 quarts and add 2 new quarts without changing filter.
Can I add Seafoam after an oil change or before.
You can add any time but best to add 100 to 300 miles before an oil change.
@@SeaFoamOfficial if added after, does it need to be drained/removed from the crankcase before using the vehicle regularly?
Edit: I'm reading in other comments, from my understanding it is Sea Foam's recommendation to change oil again 100 miles after adding seafoam. I won't be driving my truck super often after the initial change, so should I even use sea foam or just do a normal oil change?
My truck (94 Nissan D21, auto, 2.4l) has sat for a few months needing repairs and the oil has gotten sludgy and dark. Was just going to change the oil before driving it again, but someone recommended Seafoam to me.
@@kanaka118446 You can add it any time and leave it in as long as you want. The recommendation only means it's the best method.
@@kanaka118446 Will you sell your 94 Nissan?
Hi please help, i poured in all the bottle in my engine oil, is a 6 cyl 3.7 liters, will this damage my engine? Should i change the oil immediately??
If you are concerned can either change your oil (complete) or drain 2 quarts and add 2 new quarts.
I use seafoam before oil change, i dont put it in fuel anymore as i started having cat / o2 errors after putting it in gas (was coil errors causing missfires - reason i tried seafoam thinking injectors were dirty).
Then i run my mowers on that dirty oil for 20 mins then fresh oil in them all.
Hi David. FWIW, Sea Foam has absolutely nothing to do with cat. converters.
Hi
I put one can of seafoam in my car crankcase 4 liter capicity and 2.4 engine model because it is burning oil is it safe let it for longer time till the problem solve?
Adding Sea Foam to oil is ongoing, so add every interval.
I got a noisy lifters or something checking on my 2002 avalanche with 121K miles. I hope this does the trick. I always have the oil changed in a timely manner.
Keep adding half a can each interval. It will work if dealing with lifter varnish!
An I use this on a new car as a preventative care item?
Yes
I just added this stuff after a fresh oil change. Can I leave it in there for the full 3k miles before my next oil change?
Yes, can do!
Thank you guys for your help over the phone. The guy I talked to was very helpful and answered my questions perfectly
I have lifter tick in my 5.3 LS motor will this help resolve that issue?
Yes, it will quiet a sticky lifter. Just pour half a can into your oil crankcase every interval to keep your crankcase cleaner.
How far should I run 5.3ls?
@@comaradelee If you mean how long to run Sea Foam in oil, add 100 to 300 miles before replacing oil. Use every interval.
@@comaradelee 1 million miles
I've used it in my gas tank multiple times not seen any difference and today I just started putting it in my crankcase.
And??
@@javierwollery6693 What a cliff hanger ey?
MY GRANDPAPPY AND I LOVE THIS MOONSHIONE GOBBLESS.
After a good fwy run, I poured some down the carburetor of my 1983 Corolla & it cleared lots of deposits. No more dieseling (hesitates to shut off after turning off at ignition switch)
Great news - thx for sharing!
Can you put it in crank case and gas at the time? Or only one?
Yes, can add at the same time.
Sea foam can be added at any time between oil change intervals,but your recomendatios is to add to crankcase 100 o 300 miles before each oil change....Can you explain why?is better or what?After that is good to use all the time when i am filling up the tank,adding just 10 ml/liter?
When adding to oil crankcase, a minimum of 100 miles allows enough time to circulate and clean. Can add to fuel as often as you wish. Add a whole can to fuel when tank is low (creates a greater cleaning concentration) and drive at least 20 KM before adding more fuel.
@@SeaFoamOfficial Yes,i did it,but still i dont understand why if is safe to put each time i am changing the oil,the recomendation is to put before to oil change?What is happening if i put on my crankcase and running the next 10.000 km ?You said,not dilute the oil so what is the problem?Now i am using only on the fuel tank,the the car is running better!Thank you for your time!
@@GREENTICKETRO You can add 1X each interval at any time as long as you drive a minimum of 100 miles or 160 km.
i’ve got a 14’ fusion and the ticking sound when idle drives me nuts will this help? and can you only use it right before an oil change?
Add half a can every interval. You can also add any time during the oil interval. Easy! Lifter noise typically fades away within 100 drive miles or sometimes 2 or 3 treatments.
If wore to use seafoam in the rear differential to flush out all the gunk would it damaged anything?
No worries.
I was told today that I shouldn't use Seafoam in my 2020 Kia Optima GDI. After putting in Seafoam the other day, I got my oil changed today, and that's when the mechanic told me that I shouldn't use it with my GDI engine. I have been using it and following the instructions 1 oz per quart.
Did the person explain why?
@@SeaFoamOfficial Not really. They just said not to put it in a GDI type engine.
@@kendaugherty3828 Noted - thx.
I have a very small leak in my rear main seal, wouldn't this affect the leak?
It might if the seal is clogged with old oil varnish.
I'd like to know if I can use this as a engine flush prior to changing oil (does not say on the can}....Put in a WHOLE CAN, then idle engine (NO DRIVING) for 10 minutes or even a hour, then change the oil and filter... There are engine flushes out there that do this principal, HOW ABOUT SEA FOAM? Any comments?
Not recommended. Better to add half a can and drive at least 100 miles so has plenty of time to heat and circulate.
@@SeaFoamOfficial If I idle the vehicle FOR ONE HOUR, it will more than get hot enough and heat and circulate! And you say to drive for 100 miles?Would that be at 35 mph in the city or 70 to 80 mph on the freeway?Any more from anyone? I really think this will work, by just idling for one hour. The engine WILL GET HOT.
@@MrLmm001 Just like a dishwasher - requires both heat and enough time to circulate to work.
@@SeaFoamOfficial I have to say that I strongly respect that comment. You also need to put that (as in HEAT) ON your cans for marketability.. I think this will work