sea foam new engine
03-25-2015, 09:49 PM
#21
Le Mans Master
I guess I am old school but I don't understand why you would want to put any fuel additives in your car unless you are having problems. I guess if you were going to store the car with a full tank, as you should, then you could add fuel stabilizer. I just don't think you need sea form as a preventive. Just use good gas and drive the car. You said you have already used two tanks of gas so any problems from the old gas are already gone.
The LS engines don't require any type of fuel additives they are very robust engines. IMO
The LS engines don't require any type of fuel additives they are very robust engines. IMO
03-25-2015, 10:01 PM
#22
Race Director
Thread Starter
I was concerned due to the fact not knowing how long the fuel was sitting in the tank. I guess it does sound a little paranoid at that. The only top tier stations by me are Sunoco and shell which I consider two very good choices.
03-26-2015, 07:17 AM
#24
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I never use Techron additive. See my prior post.
There is no reason to add Techron because it is the cleaning agent that is used in Chevron gasoline.
Since I use Chevron exclusively, and every gallon of it contains Techron, there is no need to add it.
I'm fortunate, because there are 3 Chevron stations all within 1 to 3 miles of my house.
If there is a Chevron station convenient to you, use it, and you should not need to add anything else.
If there are no Chevron stations near you, just buy high quality "Top Tier" gas, and dump a bottle of Techron in your tank every 6 months or so.
I use Sea Foam once a year, just because I can.
There is no reason to add Techron because it is the cleaning agent that is used in Chevron gasoline.
Since I use Chevron exclusively, and every gallon of it contains Techron, there is no need to add it.
I'm fortunate, because there are 3 Chevron stations all within 1 to 3 miles of my house.
If there is a Chevron station convenient to you, use it, and you should not need to add anything else.
If there are no Chevron stations near you, just buy high quality "Top Tier" gas, and dump a bottle of Techron in your tank every 6 months or so.
I use Sea Foam once a year, just because I can.
03-26-2015, 07:39 AM
#25
Le Mans Master
Nearly every person I've spoken with regarding various CAI systems they've installed, tells the same story, little to no increase in performance, but they love the sound.
You'll have to decide if that's worth $400 for the sound.
03-26-2015, 07:43 AM
#26
Le Mans Master
03-26-2015, 08:27 AM
#27
Race Director
Thread Starter
In my opinion, any CAI system alone, without the benefit of a cam and headers, provides such a minimal return in performance, that it's simply not worth the expense.
Nearly every person I've spoken with regarding various CAI systems they've installed, tells the same story, little to no increase in performance, but they love the sound.
You'll have to decide if that's worth $400 for the sound.
Nearly every person I've spoken with regarding various CAI systems they've installed, tells the same story, little to no increase in performance, but they love the sound.
You'll have to decide if that's worth $400 for the sound.
and by the way, i was thinking of going with headers and a tune in the near future.
03-26-2015, 09:13 AM
#28
Le Mans Master
vararam claims 40+ added hp to the car when installing their cai. can they falsely advertise without concerns of any legal issues? gee, now you got me thinking of a new thread to post. and by the way, i was thinking of going with headers and a tune in the near future.
and by the way, i was thinking of going with headers and a tune in the near future.Just watch your GM warranty with mods.
Get some other opinions on the CAI, everyone has one. Then make your decision.
I would install a CAI for the high performance sound, but for me, the sound is only worth about $59.00.
03-26-2015, 10:16 AM
#29
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From my experience, you'll get more kick out of a tune than you will a CAI.
Just watch your GM warranty with mods.
Get some other opinions on the CAI, everyone has one. Then make your decision.
I would install a CAI for the high performance sound, but for me, the sound is only worth about $59.00.
Just watch your GM warranty with mods.
Get some other opinions on the CAI, everyone has one. Then make your decision.
I would install a CAI for the high performance sound, but for me, the sound is only worth about $59.00.
sorry, I found that amusing.
03-26-2015, 10:36 AM
#30
Drifting
I am surprised that folks just can't read the manual and accept GM's recommendations and advice. All one needs to do is use top tier fuel.
It certainly doesn't hurt to put a can of Sea Foam, Techron, or similar additive every once in a while to make you feel good. But, the incremental benefits don't exist if you regularly use a tope tier fuel.
03-26-2015, 11:19 AM
#31
Le Mans Master
I said, that about $59.00 is all the sound is worth to me.
You see Billy, I am only responsible for what I say, not for what you understand.
03-26-2015, 11:26 AM
#32
Race Director
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03-26-2015, 11:36 AM
#33
Le Mans Master
I'm one of those few nut jobs that really enjoys my 'vette just as GM intended.
436hp, about 430 lbs. of torque, the sound of the intake, as well as the exhaust, is plenty for me.
I don't need or want anymore, especially when I think of the reduction in value at resale time.
The more speed mods ya make, the less your car is worth.
I know, I know, I'm crazy.
03-26-2015, 05:31 PM
#34
Race Director
Thread Starter
I am surprised that folks just can't read the manual and accept GM's recommendations and advice. All one needs to do is use top tier fuel.
It certainly doesn't hurt to put a can of Sea Foam, Techron, or similar additive every once in a while to make you feel good. But, the incremental benefits don't exist if you regularly use a tope tier fuel.
03-26-2015, 05:35 PM
#35
Race Director
Thread Starter
There ya go, I guess sound value is also subjective.
I'm one of those few nut jobs that really enjoys my 'vette just as GM intended.
436hp, about 430 lbs. of torque, the sound of the intake, as well as the exhaust, is plenty for me.
I don't need or want anymore, especially when I think of the reduction in value at resale time.
The more speed mods ya make, the less your car is worth.
I know, I know, I'm crazy.
I'm one of those few nut jobs that really enjoys my 'vette just as GM intended.
436hp, about 430 lbs. of torque, the sound of the intake, as well as the exhaust, is plenty for me.
I don't need or want anymore, especially when I think of the reduction in value at resale time.
The more speed mods ya make, the less your car is worth.
I know, I know, I'm crazy.
Last edited by billyboy47; 03-26-2015 at 05:36 PM. Reason: correction
03-26-2015, 06:55 PM
#36
Le Mans Master
Then go for it....just remember, there is always someone faster.
03-26-2015, 07:11 PM
#37
Le Mans Master
My GS was also GM certified. When I left the dealership (which is very active in new and used Corvettes) I asked the salesman if I needed to do an oil change (the car was 32 months old and had 12k miles on the clock and the oil looked like it just came from the can) and he indicated that the certification process included an oil change and I was good to go. He also gave me a copy of the GM Certification inspection check list for my car.
GM Certification includes up to two oil changes in the first year of ownership so you shouldn't be paying for an oil change soon. Additionally, you could have the dealer pull the service records if you have concerns. Sounds like you got a virtually brand new car at what had to be an awesome price, congratulations!
GM Certification includes up to two oil changes in the first year of ownership so you shouldn't be paying for an oil change soon. Additionally, you could have the dealer pull the service records if you have concerns. Sounds like you got a virtually brand new car at what had to be an awesome price, congratulations!
I got the check sheets too, but I often wonder if the technician actually did anything other than got through the form and check everything off. It kinda looks that way ... all the marks are the same and were done with the same pen. Maybe that's just paranoia.
03-26-2015, 08:07 PM
#38
vararam claims 40+ added hp to the car when installing their cai. can they falsely advertise without concerns of any legal issues? gee, now you got me thinking of a new thread to post. and by the way, i was thinking of going with headers and a tune in the near future.
and by the way, i was thinking of going with headers and a tune in the near future.
03-26-2015, 08:15 PM
#39
Race Director
Thread Starter
You will not see any horse power gains with a Vararam on a dyno. That being said, the fastest C5 + C6's in the 1/4 non FI run the vararam. Tracktime #'s are not internet claims. You will not regret the Vararam. Headers, tune, and the Vararam would wake the car up. I have used sea foam, and Marvel Mystery oil for gas treatment, but if the gas is no good additives won't help. I use Marvel for regular maintenance due to the fact I watched my uncle free up a seized 350 with Marvel Mystery Oil. Ever since that day I add Marvel to my gas. I put it in the 05' every fill up until I added the meth injection. Marvel does not mix with exotic fuels.
03-26-2015, 08:33 PM
#40
Race Director
Thread Starter
You will not see any horse power gains with a Vararam on a dyno. That being said, the fastest C5 + C6's in the 1/4 non FI run the vararam. Tracktime #'s are not internet claims. You will not regret the Vararam. Headers, tune, and the Vararam would wake the car up. I have used sea foam, and Marvel Mystery oil for gas treatment, but if the gas is no good additives won't help. I use Marvel for regular maintenance due to the fact I watched my uncle free up a seized 350 with Marvel Mystery Oil. Ever since that day I add Marvel to my gas. I put it in the 05' every fill up until I added the meth injection. Marvel does not mix with exotic fuels.