Lucas additives...
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From: Drummonds, TN USA
Lucas additives...
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So far, I have resorted to Lucas for three different things, all resulted in favorable changes.
1) The old tired F250 diesel I flogged across country two years ago had a bad oil pressure problem. I'm convinced that without using Lucas in the oil it would not have made it home to Tennessee from San Diego.
2) Power Steering. The same diesel had a real bad steering gearbox, which I eventually replaced. But for three months I ran it with Lucas and it helped a lot. When I replaced it - I put Lucas in it from the start!
3) A SEVERELY ABUSED Ranger five speed tranny. Rather than repeat myself, here's the whole story: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...a-5-speed.html
I will give you one tip, and then let's hear from anyone else who has used Lucas products in their rides:
Either mix it with your oil (or whatever fluid) first, or squirt it directly into what you use it for. Every Lucas additive I have seen is as thick as jelly - it takes forever and a day to find it's way through a funnel!
So far, I have resorted to Lucas for three different things, all resulted in favorable changes.
1) The old tired F250 diesel I flogged across country two years ago had a bad oil pressure problem. I'm convinced that without using Lucas in the oil it would not have made it home to Tennessee from San Diego.
2) Power Steering. The same diesel had a real bad steering gearbox, which I eventually replaced. But for three months I ran it with Lucas and it helped a lot. When I replaced it - I put Lucas in it from the start!
3) A SEVERELY ABUSED Ranger five speed tranny. Rather than repeat myself, here's the whole story: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...a-5-speed.html
I will give you one tip, and then let's hear from anyone else who has used Lucas products in their rides:
Either mix it with your oil (or whatever fluid) first, or squirt it directly into what you use it for. Every Lucas additive I have seen is as thick as jelly - it takes forever and a day to find it's way through a funnel!
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Joined: Jan 2006
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From: North of Normal
I used Lucas in the engine of my wifes car also the transmission and it works well.My wifes car sat for 2 years without being started. I believe that it really helped both the engine and trans.
I also use seafoam in the gas tank every 2 or 3 months it also helps keep the gas mileage up.
I also use seafoam in the gas tank every 2 or 3 months it also helps keep the gas mileage up.
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I use Lucas injector cleaner/fuel conditioner on every fill up of diesel. I switch to their winter blend when needed too. Definitely smoothes out the idle. Think it helps fuel mileage some. It’s cheaper to add than most. No engine problems so far. Two of my Ford dealer's techs said it is ok by them to use and they seems to like the brand too. I'm happy with Lucas.
Last edited by Netfly; Mar 4, 2007 at 04:29 PM.
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Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Marengo, Iowa
I recently started running it in my diesels, haven't really noticed mush for change there, but draining it really shows it sticks to everything, as it takes a week or so for it to clear off. My mom has started running it in her car, and we track mileage all the time, every tank. It has improved about 3 mpg.
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From: Coweta,GA, GO DAWGS!!!!!!
I use lucas in my fuel,trans.,engine, and my driveaxles. I'd never used it in a gasser only in the diesels, but I put a quart in the old 5.0l in the bronco and noticed a smoother and quieter ride right away. As for the other uses I simply like something that clings the way it does. Built several engines and eaton trans. using lucas instead white grease for assembly lube, it just stays on the bearings better. The only problem I have with it is that I have to buy it in bulk when it's on sale cause if I don't the local parts store wants $31.00 a gallon for it and that's too much for me.
For pouring lucas-take a torpedo heater, or a heater that blows heat outward, and sit the lucas about 3ft from it for about five minutes and it'll pour like 10w oil. I've also noticed as it cools it get clingy again so pour it quick. I put half the engines cappacity of oil in first then the lucas and then I top it off. I'm afraid to put the lucas in first for fear of starving the oil pump or the bearings while it's picking up the lucas. Just my thoughts.
For pouring lucas-take a torpedo heater, or a heater that blows heat outward, and sit the lucas about 3ft from it for about five minutes and it'll pour like 10w oil. I've also noticed as it cools it get clingy again so pour it quick. I put half the engines cappacity of oil in first then the lucas and then I top it off. I'm afraid to put the lucas in first for fear of starving the oil pump or the bearings while it's picking up the lucas. Just my thoughts.
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From: Lancaster, CA
I was restoring a 83 Dodge Rampage, and had to drive the truck 60 miles to the point where I was going to install a new engine. I had oil light issues, so I used Lucas oil treatment, and drove the vehicle with the oil light staying off. It worked that time.
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From: The Big, Oregon
I like Lucas treatments, used the fuel treatment in both gas and diesel, it does make a huge difference. I have used the auto tranny treatment, it helped my ex's Tempo limp around for a few extra months, and the engine additive gets used on occasion here.
