worthy example. With gasoline direct injection, the exposed injectors get dirty and ‘cook’ on a regular basis over a period of time. This product cleans the tip of the injector of direct fuel injected engines, with more efficient fuel injection and less fuel consumption as a result. It’s also used with success on vehicles which technicians class as hopeless cases. The JLM range includes a variety of solutions for petrol, diesel and LPG problems but what is important is that each product is a powerful and effective formula. Right now, if a mechanic or motorist needs to spend money on an additive then they need to be confident that it will deliver great results every time, otherwise they’re just throwing good money after bad.” Mike added: “In short, premium-quality lubricants and additives have come out of the cold and are now used by top-flight technicians in the UK. The cherry on top of the cake is that with continued use, they also build an additional income stream for the workshop.” For more information, visit: www.jlmlubricants.com Efficient solutions According to Motul’s Andy Wait, being able to offer additives opens the door to new solutions, along with additional revenue opportunities: “Modern engine fuel consumption is conditioned by the combustion quality of fuel used. Also, combustion and friction of internal parts leads to wear, metal abrasion, and increased operating clearances. Motul has developed a wide range of additive products for professionals, providing customers with efficient solutions for increased engine performance. Starting with fuel additives, Andy said: “Engine fuel combustion is never perfect, due to residues from unburnt fuel molecules or fuel impurities. These create deposits on valves, piston heads, rings, and injectors, or in the carburettor. Injector or carburettor fouling increases the size of fuel drops dispersed in the chamber, resulting in poorer fuel combustion and increased consumption. This gets on valves and pistons, disturbing the movement of mechanical parts. Friction is then higher, especially between piston rings and cylinder walls disturbing optimal engine operation. Poor combustion also causes exhaust clogging. Motul’s fuel additive range integrates detergent molecules, which decrease and even eliminate such fouling. “Fuel System Clean removes contamination from the entire fuel system and cleans it, while binding moisture and condensed water. GDI Clean offers thorough cleaning of valves, injector nozzles and the inlet area for direct injection gasoline engines. Valve And Injector Clean for non-direct injection petrol engines removes contamination and keeps injectors clean. Diesel System Clean removes contamination, and binds moisture and condensed water throughout the whole system, while DPF Clean maintains the DPF, when used regularly, and supports regeneration.” Moving onto oil additives, he observed: “Engine fouling - due to incomplete fuel combustion – is not limited to the combustion chamber. It can also contaminate valve lifters and the rest of the cylinder. This causes abnormal wear, meaning more frequent oil changes, and even engine failure. Engine Clean Dissolves contamination and deposits in the oil system. Engine Oil Stop Leak Stops leaking engine oil, helping regenerate engine gaskets – keeping them soft and supple. Hydraulic Lifter Care Prevents pressure loss, reducing worrying friction-induced noises.” 42 AFTERMARKET MAY 2023 ADDITIVES AND CLEANERS www.aftermarketonline.net Then there are products for the transmission and cooling system: “Motul’s Automatic Transmission Clean Removes contamination and deposits in automatic transmissions. Radiator Clean Removes deposits throughout the cooling system and Radiator Stop Leak is self-explanatory.” Andy added: “Motul believes additives enhance the service offer, and has developed its 2in1 and 3in1 injector system, allowing technicians to apply two or three additives simultaneously and, once started, leaving them free to focus concurrently on other tasks.” For more information, visit: www.motul.com Heightned demand According to Robbie Gray, chairman at Fueltone Pro, the company is seeing greater interest in its range of engine cleaning products: “During the cost-of-living crisis we’re seeing heightened demand for our engine flush product line as garages and mechanics seek to further assist motorists with avoiding issues with their vehicle. Costs associated with vehicle repairs are at an unprecedented level with the entire aftermarket industry under inflationary pressures, but carrying out an engine flush treatment can be a cost-saver in the longer term as a futureproofing method.” Commenting Fueltone Pro’s oil-based engine flush, Robbie observed: “The effective combination of Fueltone Pro’s unique additive chemistry means it works quickly. It features carbon dissolving chemicals in the mix, that break down carbon into tiny particles, and holds them in suspension so they can be safely removed. The non-aggressive flush also features water capture chemistry that binds with any water and traps it in solution. The company’s engine flush chemistry sits alongside Fueltone Pro’s range of petrol and diesel additives, diesel particulate filter treatments and diesel system primers.” For more information, visit: https://fueltone.pro Condition Meanwhile with microchip shortages having delayed new vehicle production worldwide, leading to existing vehicles being kept for longer, TerraClean says its decarbonising treatments are being increasingly used by fleet operators. Phil Dowd, Managing Director at TerraClean distributor Randstad, explained: "With fewer new vehicles coming through at the moment due to delivery and build delays, and the average age of fleets increasing, measures need to Premium-quality lubricants and additives have come out of the cold and are now used by top-flight technicians in the UK ” Below: JLM GDI Cleaner
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