irv Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Is it OK to run Seafoam in premixed gas?? Most things, like my sleds have oil injection so adding it straight to the gas isn't a worry. I checked the Seafoam can/vids and it is OK to use in 2 cycle engines but I couldn't find any info on using it/adding it to premixed gas? I want to run more through my dirt bike and also add some to my gas can but I am unsure if that is a wise decision? My gut tells me it will be fine as I have never heard any horror stories but I want to make sure first. Who has all added Seafoam to premixed gas cans/tanks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodtick Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Yes, I put that shit in everything that burns fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irv Posted September 10, 2017 Author Share Posted September 10, 2017 Thanks guys! I did re-read the can and it does mention about running it in premixed fuels. Was just worried it may affect the gas/oil mix by separating it somehow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Seafoam is snake oil imo....and its overpriced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin george Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 11 minutes ago, FAT DAVE said: Seafoam is snake oil imo....and its overpriced. It's on sale at Carquest $7.99. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodtick Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 10 minutes ago, FAT DAVE said: Seafoam is snake oil imo....and its overpriced. It's $7 a can you cheap fuck? A can can do 10 small engines? Check your PayPal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Just now, Woodtick said: It's $7 a can you cheap fuck? A can can do 10 small engines? Check your PayPal. Its 12 bucks here + if not on sale...sometimes higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awful knawful Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 I have a mini Polaris 50. Oil injection is deleted. I run premix + seafoam quite a bit. No issues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKIQPilot Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 No problem adding seafoam to premix. Seafoam is cheap here too, $7 a can to treat about 50 gallons. The stuff is amazing. It really works good on fuel injected motors where the injectors are partially clogged with deposits from bad fuel. I have used it on many engines with great success. I recently used it on a friends Onan 5500 watt generator in his motorhome. The Onan would barely start and ran like total crap for at least 5 minutes before it would clean up. Half a can of Seafoam sprayed directly into the intake track and the generator runs like a top. IMO it works way better than Marvel Mystery Oil or Lucas Oil Treatment or anything like that. I don't think there is any need to run the stuff in newer motors that have no runability issues. There are lots of videos on youtube showing the benefits of seafoam. There may be a few videos showing where it didn't make any difference too but for sure my first hand experience with it for over 30 years proves to me the stuff works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 2 minutes ago, AKIQPilot said: No problem adding seafoam to premix. Seafoam is cheap here too, $7 a can to treat about 50 gallons. The stuff is amazing. It really works good on fuel injected motors where the injectors are partially clogged with deposits from bad fuel. I have used it on many engines with great success. I recently used it on a friends Onan 5500 watt generator in his motorhome. The Onan would barely start and ran like total crap for at least 5 minutes before it would clean up. Half a can of Seafoam sprayed directly into the intake track and the generator runs like a top. IMO it works way better than Marvel Mystery Oil or Lucas Oil Treatment or anything like that. I don't think there is any need to run the stuff in newer motors that have no runability issues. There are lots of videos on youtube showing the benefits of seafoam. There may be a few videos showing where it didn't make any difference too but for sure my first hand experience with it for over 30 years proves to me the stuff works. Seafoam is equivalent to amsoil....good advertising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKIQPilot Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 1 minute ago, FAT DAVE said: Seafoam is equivalent to amsoil....good advertising. I use Amsoil too. Good stuff for the price. Amsoil shock oil is great for the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 5 minutes ago, AKIQPilot said: I use Amsoil too. Good stuff for the price. Amsoil shock oil is great for the price. Amsoil is way overpriced. Never use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKIQPilot Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Just now, FAT DAVE said: Amsoil is way overpriced. Never use it. The shock oil isn't. Neither is their grease or gear lube. Thats what I use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodtick Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 We use Marvs Mystery oil on rusted up damper linkages. Put it in a spray bottle and works like a champ. The big plus is there is very little smell. In some applications, it works better than Kroil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodtick Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 2 minutes ago, FAT DAVE said: Amsoil is way overpriced. Never use it. Stop placing bets with BennyCrocker and you may be able to buy some simple maint supply's. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 10 minutes ago, AKIQPilot said: The shock oil isn't. Neither is their grease or gear lube. Thats what I use. I use to use all brp stuff when I got a deal on it....now I use all Canadian Tire brand...best bang for the buck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member Jimmy Snacks Posted September 10, 2017 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted September 10, 2017 42 minutes ago, AKIQPilot said: The shock oil isn't. Neither is their grease or gear lube. Thats what I use. Are you surprised he is disagreeing with you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 5 minutes ago, Biggie Smails said: Are you surprised he is disagreeing with you? I have a different opinion on alot of things...ive done well so far in my life with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 9 minutes ago, FAT DAVE said: I have a different opinion on alot of things...ive done well so far in my life with it. I guess I don't get why you don't like seafoam? Do you use sta-bil? Amsoil os top notch stuff too! You can get it on sale at many places. I'm still burning up my BRP oil, which I got on sale for $25 a gallon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecat Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 I buy a mystery oil in the gallon size and use it in my pump oil cans. I have used it in the past with a oil change. Started using sea foam about 5 years ago once and a while in my old pickup and it works great. in the 2 stroke sleds I have used Klotz since the 70's and never had a fail due to oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 13 minutes ago, Zambroski said: I guess I don't get why you don't like seafoam? Do you use sta-bil instead? Amsoil os top notch stuff too! You can get it on sale at many places. I'm still burning up my BRP oil, which I got on sale for $25 a gallon. Plenty of better products out there.....a simple google search will find them....and will tell you seafoam is snake oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 17 minutes ago, FAT DAVE said: Plenty of better products out there.....a simple google search will find them....and will tell you seafoam is snake oil. It's just fuel additive. How much better can another be? I just get whatever I see first. So... I think Ice has got you all sidways and argumentative in that weather thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 4 minutes ago, Zambroski said: It's just fuel additive. How much better can another be? I just get whatever I see first. So... I think Ice has got you all sidways and argumentative in that weather thread. im always argumentative....ive never been one to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snopro31 Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 seafoam is shit. if you have to use that shit then your not using your stuff enough and should just sell it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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