Auto-Rx Customers Questions & Answers

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Well, if the seal isn't torn or otherwise damaged we might be able to do something for you. There is the possibility that the seal is just fouled. Once clean it may relax and work again. I would imagine that you may see an increase in leakage during the Auto-Rx treatment as any contamination is removed. I...

Richone · Richone

Can Auto-Rx help offset the rising fuel costs? In a nut shell I say yes. If your car or truck is not performing at the same fuel economy standards set forth as new vehicle this should be corrected. There are two very detailed test that can be found within the Auto-Rx web site that would confirm my nut shel...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Some of the Saturn engines have a characteristic consumption profile that's normal. Yours sounds somewhat higher than typical, so we may be able to improve it. Figures of 1200-1500 are not unusual. First assure that the PCV system is clear, functional, and intact. This is often a source for excess c...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

-----Original Message----- From: XXXXXXXX CW3 MIL USA [mailto:john.lehman@EUR.ARMY.MIL] Sent: Monday, January 31, 2011 8:51 AM To: Auto-Rx Technical Support Subject: RE: Order I would like to say a great big "Thank you" for the bottle you sent!!! I am totally impressed at ju...

etc · etc

I have been a long time user of Auto RX, but recently have experienced my first problem using it. 1997 Toyota 4Runner 4wd 3.4 w/ 205,000 miles About 1 month/600 miles ago I did an oil change using a good name brand filter, Walmart 5w-30 oil and 1 bottle of Auto RX. Prior to the oil change, it had a very small l...

dbdeland · dbdeland

http://www.auto-rx.com/fasttrack.htmlhttp://www.auto-rx.com/instructions.shtmltechnicalarx@gmail.com -- Edited by dbdeland on Thursday 13th of January 2011 01:40:48 PM

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

For emissions control, ring packs, and vehicles that do not meet the mileage requirements of the Basic and Sludge applications, such as: Classic cars that drive only 2,0003,000 miles per year. Vehicles that recently failed a smog or emissions test and need a 30-day remedy. Vehicles that need on...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Frank, is Castro EDGE 0W-40 Syntheic OK to use after cleaning phase of AutoRx? Application 2001 BMW 740 with 90K miles. Thanks, Bill

davelowe · davelowe

Hi, My car is a 2003 Renualt Megane 1.9dci turbo diesel. I have posted some 1500+ messages about this car on an owners club forum so like to think I know one or two things about it. I've had the car since 2005 and it does mainly short (1-2 mile) stop start driving. It has around 45k miles on the clock. The main...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

If the oil consumption is due to a propensity for ring deposits, then Auto-Rx can help reduce it. If it's a design characteristic, then there's not much to be done. Some engines use lower tension rings and this appears to result in routine consumption that defies remedy. While not thoroughly famil...

geeaea · geeaea

We had an "order page FAIL!!" event occur. Sorry for any inconvenience it caused anyone. It's fixed now. Happy Holidays!!! -- Edited by geeaea on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 12:07:07 AM -- Edited by geeaea on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 12:07:51 AM

rogercpa1 · rogercpa1

My Rav4 engine is sludged, so I had the local Toyota dealer clean the oil pan, the oil uptake tube, and the oil screen. After this service the oil light did not come on again while I drove my vehicle home. Got home and added 12 oz of Auto RX to my engine, and the oil warning light illuminated intantly. Any id...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

If your noise is due to a clogged or stuck lifter, then, yes, Auto-Rx will be able to remove the offending deposit causing the noise. It sounds like the case given that the noise retreats as soon as the oil reaches a semi-warm viscosity. We normally recommend 2 treatments for a vehicle of your mileage...

Gebo · Gebo

I called Amsoil to verify which of their oils are Group III. Could not get a straight answer and it irritated me tremendously. I've been a customer for over 25 years. He said they did not make a Group III ??????? I felt extremely ignorant... I have several gallons of Amsoil (0-30w) that I can return an...

hide09toshi · hide09toshi

Thank you all for great info. I am in a trouble and need some help. My vehicle is 1999, Lexus Rx300(SUV) with 117K miles on it. The engine vibrates a bit rough when idling with the door and the steering wheel shaking. So I tried Auto-RX(cleaning phase) last week.(Castro GTX conventional and the filter i...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

If you want to get the best cleaning results with Auto-Rx, you will need to run it in conjuncture with a group III synthetic oil. Group III is a highly refined mineral oil, to the point whereby it can be labeled synthetic, here in the States. Castrol Syntec and Pennzoil Platinum are two examples of group...

geeaea · geeaea

This is a frequently recurring question. I think maybe we can answer it here. In respects to the cleaning and rinse phases of Auto-Rx use. Synthetics: SOME synthetics contain components that will inhibit/slow Auto-Rx's performance. Mobil 1 Amsoil (except XL line) Royal Purple Redline Castrol...

Fred M · Fred M

This Honda has 92,000 miles and I have had the Honda dealer do all the oil changes the past 7 years. This past year, the vehicle start using about 1 quart per 1,000 miles. Just recently found PVC plugged up, even though they do maintence, they never changed it in many years. Has anyone else experienc...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

"For Professional Answers To Your Auto-Rx Questions " e-mail- technicalarx@gmail.com We give the best service before and after the sale no matter if your a new customer or old, or maybe someone lost in understanding Car Problems. -- Edited by geeaea on Saturday 27th of...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Hello, I am writing you with any advise for using your product on my VW passat that is currenty parked in a garage for fear of killing my engine from loss of oil pressure due to the sludge issue in these cars, I feel i'm ahead of the game just for the fact that my car still starts, it also has a little noise . I di...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Dear xxxxx, There are many theories out on why these motors begin to burn oil. Many feel that the way the PCV valve feeds crankcase vapors through into the direct inject system, which can lead to a lot of contaminant build up on the valves themselves. I hear just as many folks claiming that piston ring...

bigpav7 · bigpav7

I am 2400 miles into myy rinse. This morning the oil pressure light came on when I started the truck and stayed on. I shut it off and then started again and this time the light did not come on. Arx related or possible issues with the engine? Again, the light did not flicker but stayed on. Dodge 4.7. thanks

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Hello, Can I run the initial cleaning step with Valvoline MaxLife 10w30 "semi synthetic" oil in my crankcase? I did not see it listed on the approved oils list in the FAQ.

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Dear xxx I am sorry to hear of your cam shaft seal leakage. Auto-Rx is effective in stopping or severely retarding rotary seals that are leaking due to a build up of contaminants on the shaft journal and rotary seal. Normally the build up of contamination prevents the lip of the seal from making a seal d...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Unless this vehicle is known to have heavy sludge issues the normal basic application should work well for you. Start with a fresh fill of conventional oil or a group III oil that may be badged as synthetic. Add the entire contents of a 12 ounce bottle of Auto-Rx and operate your car normally for 2500 m...

tractor_guy · tractor_guy

I have an air cooled single cylinder Kholer 4 stroke engine that has no oil filter. Can you use Auto_RX in this type of engine. If so, how much would I use and for how long before changing the oil.

92GTA · 92GTA

I bought a 1956 Corvette with 24K original verified miles. The engine was rebuilt and bored .030" over in 1965 at about 20K miles. The engine only got 4K miles on it before being parked for 39 years. Chevy 265ci V8 with solid lifters with 6qt oil pan. I also have it converted to a modern screw on oil fi...

dwhite521 · dwhite521

I used the search feature of this forum to find out when to begin using Auto-RX on a new vehicle, which did turn up a few results, but I guess the results were too old to view the complete posts... Anyways, I have a brand new car and I've used Auto-RX in the past, but only on vehicles that already had well over...

bigpav7 · bigpav7

I started ARX treatment a few months ago for alleged lifter chatter/tick. I am now half-way done with the rinse cycle and the symptoms unfortunately are still there. I am putting fresh oil in tomorrow (i do a lot of short driving, so I decided to put in new oil as well instead of just changing the f...

geeaea · geeaea

Here was an exchange between us and a 2002 VW 1.8 Turbo. I have a 2002 VW Passat with a 1.8L turbo. It has 145,000 miles on it and uses about a quart of oil every 1500 miles. I get good fuel economy but have lost some power over the years. I have to use synthetic motor oil and usually use Quaker state. Can t...

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	Correct Application For Seal Leaks (don't start application till you have read this) (Preview) Well, if the seal isn't torn or otherwise damaged we might be able to do something for you. There is the possibility that the seal is just fouled. Once clean it may relax and work again. I would imagine that you may see an increase in leakage during the Auto-Rx treatment as any contamination is removed. I...	Frank Miller	0	1149	08:34 AM Feb 5, 2011 by Frank Miller
	Can Auto-Rx Offset Rising Fuel Costs? (Preview) Can Auto-Rx help offset the rising fuel costs? In a nut shell I say yes. If your car or truck is not performing at the same fuel economy standards set forth as new vehicle this should be corrected. There are two very detailed test that can be found within the Auto-Rx web site that would confirm my nut shel...	Richone	0	1118	02:14 PM Feb 4, 2011 by Richone
	SATURNS (SOME MODELS) A MUST READ (Preview) Some of the Saturn engines have a characteristic consumption profile that's normal. Yours sounds somewhat higher than typical, so we may be able to improve it. Figures of 1200-1500 are not unusual. First assure that the PCV system is clear, functional, and intact. This is often a source for excess c...	Frank Miller	0	1102	04:15 PM Feb 2, 2011 by Frank Miller
	Our US Military Customers & Auto-Rx Service (Preview) -----Original Message----- From: XXXXXXXX CW3 MIL USA [mailto:john.lehman@EUR.ARMY.MIL] Sent: Monday, January 31, 2011 8:51 AM To: Auto-Rx Technical Support Subject: RE: Order I would like to say a great big "Thank you" for the bottle you sent!!! I am totally impressed at ju...	Frank Miller	0	1052	11:54 AM Jan 31, 2011 by Frank Miller
	Auto-Rx Does Not Fix Gasket Leaks-Auto-Rx Stops Seal Leaks if seals not ripped or torn (Preview) I have been a long time user of Auto RX, but recently have experienced my first problem using it. 1997 Toyota 4Runner 4wd 3.4 w/ 205,000 miles About 1 month/600 miles ago I did an oil change using a good name brand filter, Walmart 5w-30 oil and 1 bottle of Auto RX. Prior to the oil change, it had a very small l...	etc	7	1636	03:02 PM Jan 25, 2011 by Richone
	Better Customer Support For "Fast Track & Sludge/Oil Burning" (Preview) http://www.auto-rx.com/fasttrack.htmlhttp://www.auto-rx.com/instructions.shtmltechnicalarx@gmail.com -- Edited by dbdeland on Thursday 13th of January 2011 01:40:48 PM	dbdeland	0	819	12:32 PM Jan 13, 2011 by dbdeland
	Does Your Car/Truck Fit These Conditions ? (Preview) For emissions control, ring packs, and vehicles that do not meet the mileage requirements of the Basic and Sludge applications, such as: Classic cars that drive only 2,0003,000 miles per year. Vehicles that recently failed a smog or emissions test and need a 30-day remedy. Vehicles that need on...	Frank Miller	0	1358	09:00 AM Jan 6, 2011 by Frank Miller
	Castrol Edge (Preview) Frank, is Castro EDGE 0W-40 Syntheic OK to use after cleaning phase of AutoRx? Application 2001 BMW 740 with 90K miles. Thanks, Bill	Frank Miller	1	1362	07:25 AM Jan 6, 2011 by Frank Miller
	Thoughts/comments on using Auto-RX on a Renault turbo diesel (Preview) Hi, My car is a 2003 Renualt Megane 1.9dci turbo diesel. I have posted some 1500+ messages about this car on an owners club forum so like to think I know one or two things about it. I've had the car since 2005 and it does mainly short (1-2 mile) stop start driving. It has around 45k miles on the clock. The main...	davelowe	3	1685	03:34 AM Jan 1, 2011 by geeaea
	Extreme Oil Consumption Isuzu Engine (Preview) If the oil consumption is due to a propensity for ring deposits, then Auto-Rx can help reduce it. If it's a design characteristic, then there's not much to be done. Some engines use lower tension rings and this appears to result in routine consumption that defies remedy. While not thoroughly famil...	Frank Miller	1	3392	01:42 PM Dec 23, 2010 by trooper_march02
	ORDER PAGE IS FIXED!!!! (Preview) We had an "order page FAIL!!" event occur. Sorry for any inconvenience it caused anyone. It's fixed now. Happy Holidays!!! -- Edited by geeaea on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 12:07:07 AM -- Edited by geeaea on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 12:07:51 AM	geeaea	0	551	12:05 AM Dec 23, 2010 by geeaea
	Auto RX caused my oil light to come on again (Preview) My Rav4 engine is sludged, so I had the local Toyota dealer clean the oil pan, the oil uptake tube, and the oil screen. After this service the oil light did not come on again while I drove my vehicle home. Got home and added 12 oz of Auto RX to my engine, and the oil warning light illuminated intantly. Any id...	rogercpa1	2	1649	10:45 AM Dec 22, 2010 by rogercpa1
	Used Auto-Rx On High Mileage Engine Noise Started What's Going On ? (Preview) If your noise is due to a clogged or stuck lifter, then, yes, Auto-Rx will be able to remove the offending deposit causing the noise. It sounds like the case given that the noise retreats as soon as the oil reaches a semi-warm viscosity. We normally recommend 2 treatments for a vehicle of your mileage...	Frank Miller	0	1462	12:06 PM Dec 19, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Using AMSOIL for the entire process? (Preview) I called Amsoil to verify which of their oils are Group III. Could not get a straight answer and it irritated me tremendously. I've been a customer for over 25 years. He said they did not make a Group III ??????? I felt extremely ignorant... I have several gallons of Amsoil (0-30w) that I can return an...	Gebo	13	2157	03:23 PM Dec 15, 2010 by geeaea
	A question about Check Engine Light (Preview) Thank you all for great info. I am in a trouble and need some help. My vehicle is 1999, Lexus Rx300(SUV) with 117K miles on it. The engine vibrates a bit rough when idling with the door and the steering wheel shaking. So I tried Auto-RX(cleaning phase) last week.(Castro GTX conventional and the filter i...	hide09toshi	3	2983	08:06 AM Dec 9, 2010 by johnoh
	AUTO-RX & WHERE&WHEN YOU CAN USE MOBIL1 (Preview) If you want to get the best cleaning results with Auto-Rx, you will need to run it in conjuncture with a group III synthetic oil. Group III is a highly refined mineral oil, to the point whereby it can be labeled synthetic, here in the States. Castrol Syntec and Pennzoil Platinum are two examples of group...	Frank Miller	0	1425	12:56 PM Dec 7, 2010 by Frank Miller
	WHY DO WE STRESS CONVENTIONAL OIL?!? (Preview) This is a frequently recurring question. I think maybe we can answer it here. In respects to the cleaning and rinse phases of Auto-Rx use. Synthetics: SOME synthetics contain components that will inhibit/slow Auto-Rx's performance. Mobil 1 Amsoil (except XL line) Royal Purple Redline Castrol...	geeaea	0	3396	03:29 AM Dec 4, 2010 by geeaea
	2002 Honda Accord SE 4cyl Vtec (Preview) This Honda has 92,000 miles and I have had the Honda dealer do all the oil changes the past 7 years. This past year, the vehicle start using about 1 quart per 1,000 miles. Just recently found PVC plugged up, even though they do maintence, they never changed it in many years. Has anyone else experienc...	Fred M	3	1436	08:55 PM Nov 29, 2010 by TurboJim
	IF YOUR QUESTION Regarding Oil -Auto-Rx-Your Car Can"t Wait ? (Preview) "For Professional Answers To Your Auto-Rx Questions " e-mail- technicalarx@gmail.com We give the best service before and after the sale no matter if your a new customer or old, or maybe someone lost in understanding Car Problems. -- Edited by geeaea on Saturday 27th of...	Frank Miller	0	1102	06:06 PM Nov 24, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Auto-Rx When You Have A Car You Can't Use. What Is The Option ? (Preview) Hello, I am writing you with any advise for using your product on my VW passat that is currenty parked in a garage for fear of killing my engine from loss of oil pressure due to the sludge issue in these cars, I feel i'm ahead of the game just for the fact that my car still starts, it also has a little noise . I di...	Frank Miller	2	1156	11:15 AM Nov 23, 2010 by TurboJim
	Synthetics -Auto-Rx -Oil Consumption (Preview) Dear xxxxx, There are many theories out on why these motors begin to burn oil. Many feel that the way the PCV valve feeds crankcase vapors through into the direct inject system, which can lead to a lot of contaminant build up on the valves themselves. I hear just as many folks claiming that piston ring...	Frank Miller	0	1246	10:24 AM Nov 19, 2010 by Frank Miller
	low oil pressure light (Preview) I am 2400 miles into myy rinse. This morning the oil pressure light came on when I started the truck and stayed on. I shut it off and then started again and this time the light did not come on. Arx related or possible issues with the engine? Again, the light did not flicker but stayed on. Dodge 4.7. thanks	bigpav7	5	1417	08:48 AM Nov 19, 2010 by bigpav7
	Question About A Semi Synthetic Oil And Using Auto-Rx (Preview) Hello, Can I run the initial cleaning step with Valvoline MaxLife 10w30 "semi synthetic" oil in my crankcase? I did not see it listed on the approved oils list in the FAQ.	Frank Miller	1	1560	11:18 AM Nov 18, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Seal Leak Application Using Auto-Rx & Group !!! Synthetics (it works) (Preview) Dear xxx I am sorry to hear of your cam shaft seal leakage. Auto-Rx is effective in stopping or severely retarding rotary seals that are leaking due to a build up of contaminants on the shaft journal and rotary seal. Normally the build up of contamination prevents the lip of the seal from making a seal d...	Frank Miller	0	1076	10:16 AM Nov 17, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Lifter Tick (not caused by engine sludge ) (Preview) Unless this vehicle is known to have heavy sludge issues the normal basic application should work well for you. Start with a fresh fill of conventional oil or a group III oil that may be badged as synthetic. Add the entire contents of a 12 ounce bottle of Auto-Rx and operate your car normally for 2500 m...	Frank Miller	0	1197	10:10 AM Nov 17, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Air cooled Garden tractor engine (Preview) I have an air cooled single cylinder Kholer 4 stroke engine that has no oil filter. Can you use Auto_RX in this type of engine. If so, how much would I use and for how long before changing the oil.	tractor_guy	4	1378	06:25 AM Oct 22, 2010 by Richone
	1956 Corvette, parked for 39 years (Preview) I bought a 1956 Corvette with 24K original verified miles. The engine was rebuilt and bored .030" over in 1965 at about 20K miles. The engine only got 4K miles on it before being parked for 39 years. Chevy 265ci V8 with solid lifters with 6qt oil pan. I also have it converted to a modern screw on oil fi...	92GTA	7	1767	09:56 PM Oct 21, 2010 by geeaea
	When to begin treatment in a new car with ARX (Preview) I used the search feature of this forum to find out when to begin using Auto-RX on a new vehicle, which did turn up a few results, but I guess the results were too old to view the complete posts... Anyways, I have a brand new car and I've used Auto-RX in the past, but only on vehicles that already had well over...	dwhite521	1	1099	09:33 PM Oct 21, 2010 by geeaea
	update (Preview) I started ARX treatment a few months ago for alleged lifter chatter/tick. I am now half-way done with the rinse cycle and the symptoms unfortunately are still there. I am putting fresh oil in tomorrow (i do a lot of short driving, so I decided to put in new oil as well instead of just changing the f...	bigpav7	13	2388	01:21 PM Oct 12, 2010 by geeaea
	What to do with a sludged VW 1.8 Turbo (Preview) Here was an exchange between us and a 2002 VW 1.8 Turbo. I have a 2002 VW Passat with a 1.8L turbo. It has 145,000 miles on it and uses about a quart of oil every 1500 miles. I get good fuel economy but have lost some power over the years. I have to use synthetic motor oil and usually use Quaker state. Can t...	geeaea	0	1942	06:15 PM Oct 8, 2010 by geeaea
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