OK to switch between brands of fuel additives?

[TomGolden]

Howdy all,

I don't intend this question to be about which brand of additive is best, etc. . I want to know if anyone is aware of any problems which may result from switching between different brands. Specifically I mean can I use Red Line in one tank full, then Power Service in the next tank full, then Lucas in the next, then Standyne in the next, etc... without causing any problems for my engine, injector pump, or anything else? I will never mix different additives in the same tank of fuel.

I remember many years ago, when statting to drive, I was warned not to switch engine oils in a gasser, because of differences in their refining processes, switching brands might cause sludge buildup in the engine. I know this isn't really a problem today with engine oils, but was curious about the same issue for fuel additives.

Thanks,
Tom


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[Alan Reagan]

I don't think the fuel additives would be a problem. Unlike oil, each additive has it's benefits that are chemical and not part of a refining process like oil. I've been using Cummins Plus and have recently switched to Stanadyne (Blue) and noticed quite a bit of difference in the sound of the pump (quieter). However, if I were going to do the injector cleaning the way Cummins recommends (running a gallon of the Plus Cleaner through the system straight from the jug) I'd switch back to the Plus.

 

[Pete Peterson]

Try them all Tom, it won't hurt a thing!! thats how you find the one you'll like the best. Pete

 

[illflem]

For what it's worth Here's what the Chevron Diesel page has to say about it;

"It may be helpful to regard additives as medicine for fuel. Like medicine, they should be prescribed by an expert who has made an effort to diagnose the problem. And they should be used in accordance with the recommendations of the engine manufacturer and the instructions of the additive supplier. Sometimes indiscriminant use of additives can do more harm than good because of unexpected interactions. "