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Fuel economy and improving it, among other things.



Very good to know - Eric used it on his fox - he recomended it. - But
his situation was just that - - Making the engine last until he got
his evil 1.6 together for it.

--Timbo

On 7/1/05, GREG DUNN <greggearhead@adelphia.net> wrote:
> That silver Engine Restore stuff?!?  NO.  The only time to use that is if
> you're rings aren't sealign and you are trying to keep the motor going until
> a swap or a rebuild.  That stuff will actually create more drag in the
> engine and can clog oil galleys, apparently.
> 
> gd
> 
> __________________________________________________
> Check your timing and your air/fuel. I found that timing makes a big
> difference. Also get yourself a can of that engine restore in the
> silver can. Oil change. Makes your car very happy - especially if your
> car has hydro lifters (16v and 8v after 87).
> 
> 


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