Ok- I just went ahead and ordered 2 more bottles of ARX.. I want to give it another go. 2 bottles is enough for 3 more treatments, for about the price of a tank of gas in my SUV, so I think it's worth another shot...
I'm going to go 5W30 dino ST all the way through. I'll wait a few thousand miles before I get started, going to run 1-2 short intervals on plain ST to make sure there isn't any significant amount of remaining cleaners or anything in there.
I've got a solid question for ya Frank.
Assume for a minute that I did follow the instructions. (you certainly don't have to believe that I did, you weren't here, you have no proof and I have no way to prove it besides my word)...
You are, without a doubt, the most knowledgeable person on the way ARX works, you invented it. So, with that in mind. Are there any conditions, that might cause it not to work even when the directions are followed.
When answering the question, assume the following:
1. the PCV system has been tested, works flawlessly, but has received fresh PCV valves and cleaning "just to make sure."
2. The thermostat is working correctly, the engine is operating good and hot for 90% of it's driving during ARX cycles.
3. Oil flow to dirty areas has been confirmed, flow is good.
things to consider:
1. the engine and sludge within were exposed to synthetic oil before the ARX cycles were started.
2. the sludge is not all hardened on deposits, most of it feels like bearing grease with grime in it.
3. filters were cut open, very little deposits were found, nothing like pictures seen in other testimonials.
At all times, please keep in mind, that I am not trying to come across as "attacking" you or ARX in any way. I just want to learn and share. I'd like to see it work because everything I have read suggests that it should.