Interesting FP results in a diesel

['03 EB/B Corvette Z06]

quote:

---

Originally posted by mkosem:
I've noticed lately that when I have FP in my 01 Golf TDI the car is more dificult to start and smokes more, yet my fuel economy is about 1-2mpg improved on average. If I fill the tank with fresh fuel, the issues immediately go away. I'm currently treating at a 1oz/3gal ratio. Anyone know why the smoke and starting would be worse? This car normally starts in a half crank in the summer.

--Matt

---

Hi Matt!
From the Lube Control website "The recommended dosage is located on each bottle of product: 1oz. for every 5 gallons of gas or diesel fuel added. Shake well before every application."

I have had issues with gasoline engines when I run the dosage any less than 5:1.

 

[mkosem]

I've noticed lately that when I have FP in my 01 Golf TDI the car is more dificult to start and smokes more, yet my fuel economy is about 1-2mpg improved on average. If I fill the tank with fresh fuel, the issues immediately go away. I'm currently treating at a 1oz/3gal ratio. Anyone know why the smoke and starting would be worse? This car normally starts in a half crank in the summer.

--Matt