Has anyone had any luck adding Prolong to your oil. I was reading information about Prolong and the site said add 8 oz to each oil change. The site said Prolong keeps the additives from beaking down fast.
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The motor oil that you put in your engine has the proper amount of additives needed. Prolong keeping money in your wallet and abstain from purchasing.
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Has anyone had any luck adding Prolong to your oil. I was reading information about Prolong and the site said add 8 oz to each oil change. The site said Prolong keeps the additives from beaking down fast.
I would not believe everything that you read, what does BEAKING down fast mean.
1) Prolong
2) Slick 50
3) Duralube
4) Z-Max
I am sure there are others, but I cannot think of the names.
Has anyone had any luck adding Prolong to your oil. I was reading information about Prolong and the site said add 8 oz to each oil change. The site said Prolong keeps the additives from beaking down fast.
I would not believe everything that you read, what does BEAKING down fast mean.
1) Prolong
2) Slick 50
3) Duralube
4) Z-Max
I am sure there are others, but I cannot think of the names.
DO NOT USE!!!
The additives are SUPPOSED to break down, that is what they are there for. As pollutants enter into the oil, the additives get to work to neutralize them. If you "preserve" the additive, then there will be nothing there to neutralize the junk that gets into the oil, like combustion by products, etc., so YOU DO NOT WANT to prolong the life of the additive. If you want a longer lasting oil, then use pure synthetic. However, even conventional oils last through the full length of the manufacturer's oil change interval. Save your money, and buy synthetic oil with what you save, and you will have an oil DESIGNED TO LAST LONGER, and that will actually last longer.
The additives are SUPPOSED to break down, that is what they are there for. As pollutants enter into the oil, the additives get to work to neutralize them. If you "preserve" the additive, then there will be nothing there to neutralize the junk that gets into the oil, like combustion by products, etc., so YOU DO NOT WANT to prolong the life of the additive. If you want a longer lasting oil, then use pure synthetic. However, even conventional oils last through the full length of the manufacturer's oil change interval. Save your money, and buy synthetic oil with what you save, and you will have an oil DESIGNED TO LAST LONGER, and that will actually last longer.
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There may be some temporary effect that Prolong (or other products ..like OIL EXTREME) can produce. Even if they're innocuous in terms of potential harm, they'll never pass the cost:benefit balance. Millions bought stuff that may have saves them $12 in fuel ...for $50 of costs.
I guess there may be magic potions out there, but they're too expensive to ever be sensibly used.
I guess there may be magic potions out there, but they're too expensive to ever be sensibly used.
Who knows in theory it may work but then again in theory communisum works!
Prolong does exactly what it was designed to do. What you must understand is not designed to provide any benefit to your engine. It was designed to part you from your money. To accomplish that, the advertising copy must seem to be compelling.
It is pure unadulterated snake oil. Step away from it and protect your wallet.
It is pure unadulterated snake oil. Step away from it and protect your wallet.
Prolong only Prolong's the companies profit!
Turn and walk the other way. Or pour battery acid in your engine. At least it's free..... Use better oil this is money better spent.
For what it is worth.......
Did Prolong get sued or fined by the FTC?
No, the facts are that the FTC thoroughly investigated all of the tests and evidence that supported Prolong’s product claims in much the same manner as going through a very detailed IRS audit.
Prolong has never been sued or taken to court by the FTC.
Prolong has never been fined by the FTC.
Prolong did not make false product claims.
No employees of Prolong were found to have violated any FTC regulations.
We recognize how important the FTC's role is in protecting consumers and understand reasons for the extensive examination of all products in the engine treatment category. The end result of this activity can also strengthen the credibility of a company and product as well as provide consumer knowledge. In order to satisfy the concerns of the FTC staff after they had expended valuable time investigating all of Prolong’s product claims, Prolong entered into an agreement with the FTC in which Prolong promised that it would rely on "adequate scientific evidence" to substantiate its' product claims. No fines were assessed. No suits were filed by the FTC against Prolong. The agreement was entered into in early 1999. Nine years have passed with complete cooperation.
Prolong Super Lubricants distinguished its conduct and had a much different experience than many of our competitors.
Does Prolong Engine Treatment have chlorine in it like bleach does?
No, although competitors have shamefully and inaccurately tried to make consumers think so by ridiculously showing bottles of bleach being poured into engines or referring to chlorinated or olefin paraffins as chlorine. For decades, tribologists -- lubrication specialists -- have known that CP's or chlorinated paraffins provide the most superior lubrication. The drawback to this approach was instability at extremely high temperatures. Enter Prolong Super Lubricants; with a revolutionary Aromatic Petroleum Distillate unique advanced technology. (View Prolong's Technology Here) The incomparable Prolong formula received the "1a" rating--the highest possible--on independent laboratory testing designed to determine the corrosivity of liquids when applied to metal, demonstrating the products are non-corrosive. The heart of Prolong AFMT™ technology is its unequaled chemical stability, providing the user with the best of both worlds.
Can using Prolong products void my vehicle manufacturer's warranty?
No, the use of Prolong products will not void manufacturers' warranties. Vehicle manufacturers are allowed to specify the motor oil grade and API (American Petroleum Institute) service requirements necessary to validate their engine warranty. Prolong Engine Treatment in no way alters the grade or other specifications of either petroleum based or synthetic motor oils, and Prolong Super Lubricants encourages drivers to follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedules. Prolong Extreme Pressure Multi-Purpose Grease Exceeds NLGI GC/LB (ASTM D 4950) standards. Vehicle Manufacturers are not allowed to specify that a particular brand of product be used with their equipment to qualify a warranty unless they provide that product for free.
http://www.prolong.com/downloads/msds-2008-0630-engine treatment.pdf
Did Prolong get sued or fined by the FTC?
No, the facts are that the FTC thoroughly investigated all of the tests and evidence that supported Prolong’s product claims in much the same manner as going through a very detailed IRS audit.
Prolong has never been sued or taken to court by the FTC.
Prolong has never been fined by the FTC.
Prolong did not make false product claims.
No employees of Prolong were found to have violated any FTC regulations.
We recognize how important the FTC's role is in protecting consumers and understand reasons for the extensive examination of all products in the engine treatment category. The end result of this activity can also strengthen the credibility of a company and product as well as provide consumer knowledge. In order to satisfy the concerns of the FTC staff after they had expended valuable time investigating all of Prolong’s product claims, Prolong entered into an agreement with the FTC in which Prolong promised that it would rely on "adequate scientific evidence" to substantiate its' product claims. No fines were assessed. No suits were filed by the FTC against Prolong. The agreement was entered into in early 1999. Nine years have passed with complete cooperation.
Prolong Super Lubricants distinguished its conduct and had a much different experience than many of our competitors.
Does Prolong Engine Treatment have chlorine in it like bleach does?
No, although competitors have shamefully and inaccurately tried to make consumers think so by ridiculously showing bottles of bleach being poured into engines or referring to chlorinated or olefin paraffins as chlorine. For decades, tribologists -- lubrication specialists -- have known that CP's or chlorinated paraffins provide the most superior lubrication. The drawback to this approach was instability at extremely high temperatures. Enter Prolong Super Lubricants; with a revolutionary Aromatic Petroleum Distillate unique advanced technology. (View Prolong's Technology Here) The incomparable Prolong formula received the "1a" rating--the highest possible--on independent laboratory testing designed to determine the corrosivity of liquids when applied to metal, demonstrating the products are non-corrosive. The heart of Prolong AFMT™ technology is its unequaled chemical stability, providing the user with the best of both worlds.
Can using Prolong products void my vehicle manufacturer's warranty?
No, the use of Prolong products will not void manufacturers' warranties. Vehicle manufacturers are allowed to specify the motor oil grade and API (American Petroleum Institute) service requirements necessary to validate their engine warranty. Prolong Engine Treatment in no way alters the grade or other specifications of either petroleum based or synthetic motor oils, and Prolong Super Lubricants encourages drivers to follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedules. Prolong Extreme Pressure Multi-Purpose Grease Exceeds NLGI GC/LB (ASTM D 4950) standards. Vehicle Manufacturers are not allowed to specify that a particular brand of product be used with their equipment to qualify a warranty unless they provide that product for free.
http://www.prolong.com/downloads/msds-2008-0630-engine treatment.pdf
Originally Posted By: tenderloin
For what it is worth.......
Prolong Super Lubricants distinguished its conduct and had a much different experience than many of our competitors.
Does Prolong Engine Treatment have chlorine in it like bleach does?
No, although competitors have shamefully and inaccurately tried to make consumers think so by ridiculously showing bottles of bleach being poured into engines or referring to chlorinated or olefin paraffins as chlorine. For decades, tribologists -- lubrication specialists -- have known that CP's or chlorinated paraffins provide the most superior lubrication. The drawback to this approach was instability at extremely high temperatures. Enter Prolong Super Lubricants; with a revolutionary Aromatic Petroleum Distillate unique advanced technology. (View Prolong's Technology Here) The incomparable Prolong formula received the "1a" rating--the highest possible--on independent laboratory testing designed to determine the corrosivity of liquids when applied to metal, demonstrating the products are non-corrosive. The heart of Prolong AFMT™ technology is its unequaled chemical stability, providing the user with the best of both worlds.
Are you saying that Prolong does not have chlorine or just good chlorine. The MSDS says be careful of the hydrogen chloride upon decomposition.
"MSDS Prolong
SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May cause dense smoke, oxides of carbon, hydrogen chloride, nitrogen, sulfur, and calcium."
Originally Posted By: tenderloin
Can using Prolong products void my vehicle manufacturer's warranty?
No, the use of Prolong products will not void manufacturers' warranties. Vehicle manufacturers are allowed to specify the motor oil grade and API (American Petroleum Institute) service requirements necessary to validate their engine warranty. Prolong Engine Treatment in no way alters the grade or other specifications of either petroleum based or synthetic motor oils, and Prolong Super Lubricants encourages drivers to follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedules.
Addition of products such as this to API certified oil certainly disqualifies the oil regardless of how loudly one protests. And the manufacturer would have right to void any lube related warranties.
Originally Posted By: tenderloin
http://www.prolong.com/downloads/msds-2008-0630-engine treatment.pdf
For what it is worth.......
Prolong Super Lubricants distinguished its conduct and had a much different experience than many of our competitors.
Does Prolong Engine Treatment have chlorine in it like bleach does?
No, although competitors have shamefully and inaccurately tried to make consumers think so by ridiculously showing bottles of bleach being poured into engines or referring to chlorinated or olefin paraffins as chlorine. For decades, tribologists -- lubrication specialists -- have known that CP's or chlorinated paraffins provide the most superior lubrication. The drawback to this approach was instability at extremely high temperatures. Enter Prolong Super Lubricants; with a revolutionary Aromatic Petroleum Distillate unique advanced technology. (View Prolong's Technology Here) The incomparable Prolong formula received the "1a" rating--the highest possible--on independent laboratory testing designed to determine the corrosivity of liquids when applied to metal, demonstrating the products are non-corrosive. The heart of Prolong AFMT™ technology is its unequaled chemical stability, providing the user with the best of both worlds.
Are you saying that Prolong does not have chlorine or just good chlorine. The MSDS says be careful of the hydrogen chloride upon decomposition.
"MSDS Prolong
SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May cause dense smoke, oxides of carbon, hydrogen chloride, nitrogen, sulfur, and calcium."
Originally Posted By: tenderloin
Can using Prolong products void my vehicle manufacturer's warranty?
No, the use of Prolong products will not void manufacturers' warranties. Vehicle manufacturers are allowed to specify the motor oil grade and API (American Petroleum Institute) service requirements necessary to validate their engine warranty. Prolong Engine Treatment in no way alters the grade or other specifications of either petroleum based or synthetic motor oils, and Prolong Super Lubricants encourages drivers to follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedules.
Addition of products such as this to API certified oil certainly disqualifies the oil regardless of how loudly one protests. And the manufacturer would have right to void any lube related warranties.
Originally Posted By: tenderloin
http://www.prolong.com/downloads/msds-2008-0630-engine treatment.pdf
I purchased a car once with a dead engine. When I removed the valve cover it was completely corroded inside. The motor was junk, not even rebuildable. It had a nice Prolong sticker on it too. I didn't actually put the prolong in but I thought there might be a connection.
Originally Posted By: westwind999
I purchased a car once with a dead engine. When I removed the valve cover it was completely corroded inside. The motor was junk, not even rebuildable. It had a nice Prolong sticker on it too. I didn't actually put the prolong in but I thought there might be a connection.
How long has the car had a dead engine? What kind of car was this? I cant see prolong being the connection more likely lack of maintenance. plus no real proof prolong was ever put in, someone may have thought the sticker made it run better
I purchased a car once with a dead engine. When I removed the valve cover it was completely corroded inside. The motor was junk, not even rebuildable. It had a nice Prolong sticker on it too. I didn't actually put the prolong in but I thought there might be a connection.
How long has the car had a dead engine? What kind of car was this? I cant see prolong being the connection more likely lack of maintenance. plus no real proof prolong was ever put in, someone may have thought the sticker made it run better
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