6.0L Power Stroke Engine and DrivetrainDiscussion of the 6.0L Power Stroke diesel engine and drivetrain in the 2003-Up Super Duties and Excursions. No gas engine discussion allowed except on transmissions and drivetrain that pertain to all models. Please confine discussion of topics in this forum to those items that are specific to the 6.0L Power Stroke engine.
Trying to research additives (oil, fuel, etc.). What is a good additive? I've been looking at ZMax, Lucas, Royal Purple, RBP and others. Tell me the pros and cons of any of these.
Maybe a reason not to use? But, back in 03 after I researched/talked with Chevron about their delo. oil..found out WHY bad idea to add additives. However..
In all fairness..haven't used ANY diesel oil additve..so can't comment on pro/con's. Only know don't plan on doing.
btw..been using PSvc.DK.. grey/summer..white/winter (min# per fill up) fuel additive for long time. No real claims other than still using all OEM C94 f.i. Maybe extra lubricity has helped/maynot? Don't recall it made any noticeable diff when I first started. Maybe max. amount (cetane boost) would be noticeable? I don't know.
Thanks. I'm using Royal Purple oil. I've had problems with injectors and want to try to prevent any future problems, so I'm looking at additives for the fuel.
I have been using Stanadyne Performance Formula since day one on both my 2005 and 2007. During draining of the HFCM, I have never noticed any water in the fuel. Never had any EGR problems, any injector issues, running concerns, or any thing else that would be fuel related.
Mark
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2007 F-250 King Ranch,Dark Copper, CC, 4x4, FX4, PSD, Torqshift, tow command, X-Monitor, Husky Liners, Vent Shades, Century Fiberglass Cap, Bedrug, harpooned, Fumoto Valve.
I have been using Stanadyne Performance Formula since day one on both my 2005 and 2007. During draining of the HFCM, I have never noticed any water in the fuel. Never had any EGR problems, any injector issues, running concerns, or any thing else that would be fuel related.
Mark
Me too. Ever since the second tank in my 2004. Never had a problem. Knock on wood.
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2004 F-350 Lariat supercab 8ft bed
6.0 w/ Torqshift
Dark Shadow Grey w/ Black Accent
3.73 Limited slip
ESOF, Power rear sliding window, FX4 package
Tele/HTD/lighted mirrors
Pioneer AVIC-N3 navagation/ roof lights
Adjustable accel/brake pedal
Reverse sensors/ heated seats
polished cab steps
MFD 02/04
Edge Insight with turbo timer and EGT probe
Sirius Satellite Radio
XM Radio
XM Navtraffic
Standyne Performance formula most of the year and during winter Standyne Lubricity formula. My call, others done none or other brands. Nothing ever added to my delo400 15/40 oil.
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06 F350 4x4 XLT, CC, LB, True Blue, 3.73LS, dash mount Pyro (ESOF knob), with stick, 40K miles, Toyo Open Country MT 275/70/18/E.
97 F350 4x4 XLT, CC, 136k.....SOLD to new owner
I've tried the cheap stuff from the parts store, the Ford Powerstroke fuel additive from the dealer is some good stuff. I'm not normally one to buy name brand stuff like that but the truck starts quicker and smoothed out the cold start idle. In my book it's a winner, as troublesome as these injectors are you need something in the tank.
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08 250 6 inch lift, 35's 91 ATI Procharged Mustang
My preference...Redline oil without additives for the engine. Stanadyne performance (double dose) every tank. I buy the little barrels and refill the 500ml-ish bottles to carry in the truck.
Blackstones come back good, though my bearing wear is always a bit high.
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2007 F-350 Lariat Outlaw 4x4, Auto, Crew Cab Short Box. Quad A pillar pod (Autometer Phantom II Trans, Pyro, Boost, Fuel), Xcal2 w/Xtreme Tunes by Innovative, AFE Stage II w/PG7, Oil Guard EPS-60 Bypass Oil Filter, Mag-hytec tranny pan, Dieselsite Coolant Filter, Raider canopy, Clarion Max685BT & Sirius Starmate Replay, BFG 285/65/20 AT KO's, MBRP 5" w/ 3.5" DP, Zoodad mod & High Idle mod. Studs sitting on the kitchen table.
I use 2-stroke TCW3 oil at a 1oz per 1 gallon ratio to help with lubrication. It has made a positive difference in how the motor runs; much smoother and quieter.
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2006 F-350 CC PSD Lariat 4X4 LB 3.73 LS
Some stock stuff, some modded stuff, some deleted stuff.....
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3/28/03 F250 6.0L PSD ,TORQSHIFT,CC,SB,FX4,LARIAT
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