Is Engine Oil Additive Effective?
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Engine oil additive can be effective, with the following specific effects: 1. Engine oil additive is a chemical agent that, after adding different proportions of chemical components, can dissolve in the base oil. 2. It can significantly improve and change the viscosity of the lubricating oil. 3. The additive increases the viscosity of the engine oil, making it less likely to pass through the piston rings, thus achieving a certain effect. Here is some extended information about engine oil consumption: 1. Engine oil itself has a certain level of consumption. After the engine has been running for a certain period, the radial width of the piston rings decreases, the elasticity weakens, and the gap increases, thereby enhancing the oil pumping effect of the piston rings. 2. The wear of the cylinder and piston increases the matching gap, leading to more oil in the gap, which is scraped into the combustion chamber when the piston moves upward. 3. Additionally, oil leakage can easily lead to carbon deposits, accelerating cylinder wear and creating a vicious cycle, resulting in the phenomenon of engine oil consumption.
I've been driving for over a decade, and last year I noticed severe engine oil burning. I've tried several oil burning repair additives, and to be honest, some worked a bit but with limited effects. For example, after using a certain brand, my fuel consumption decreased slightly, and the oil consumption slowed down. This might be because the additive cleaned the carbon deposits on the piston rings, temporarily restoring the sealing. However, the root issue remains, as it didn't completely solve the internal engine wear. It's important to note that these repair additives are only suitable for minor oil burning or as a temporary relief. If the engine wear is too severe, such as scratches on the cylinder walls, adding these won't help. They can save money in the short term, but don't treat them as a cure-all. Eventually, I went to a professional repair shop and replaced the piston rings to fix the issue. For daily maintenance, it's best to regularly check the engine oil and avoid high temperatures and carbon buildup in the engine. Prevention is always better than repair.
