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Chriztofor · 06-14-2013, 02:44 PM

Ok, has anyone on here used techron and it worked? I know it worked for me.

jbnery6465 · 06-14-2013, 04:30 PM

I've used Techron before on previous vehicles and works fine. I noticed that the Lucas product is also a "Lubricant" in addition to a valve cleaner. Are there any concerns with the "Lubricant" aspect of it, especially if I were to use this on a long term basis? Would there be any harm if I used Lucas for 1 tank, and several tanks later decided to use Techron?

Chriztofor · 06-14-2013, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by jbnery6465

I've used Techron before on previous vehicles and works fine. I noticed that the Lucas product is also a "Lubricant" in addition to a valve cleaner. Are there any concerns with the "Lubricant" aspect of it, especially if I were to use this on a long term basis? Would there be any harm if I used Lucas for 1 tank, and several tanks later decided to use Techron?

I wouldn't use it only because I am not sure if it is equivalent to Techron which BMW uses. Someone on one of the threads posted something about Lucas being different for various reasons. My attitude is, why risk it.

335obsession · 06-16-2013, 07:10 AM

I have used Lucas before and nothing but greatness in that bottle especially for higher mileage cars

bmvee · 06-19-2013, 11:26 AM

I just did a 3,000 miles trip using Lucas, 6-8 oz per tank. I yielded about 30 mpg traveling from FL to CA. Had a passenger and loads of stuff in the trunk and back seat. The trip was mostly highways, besides going into New Orleans, Houston, San Antonio, New Mexico, and Phoenix.

My point of view is that it lubricates the rings, cylinder walls, and valve seats. This will reduce friction on moving parts therefore increase engine response and most importantly, longevity. Less wear and heat.

MasterWang · 07-28-2013, 08:25 PM

This may be a silly question, but is it safe to use techron/lucas with e85 mixture gas?
Should I just use pump gas (93oct only) when I use this stuff?

JDane07 · 08-02-2013, 08:27 PM

Most guys in here are 335i guys. Is it less necessary to do this in a NA e90?

blackturbo · 08-13-2013, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dabs4days

Yes, this is a nice way to clean the injectors. But, you need to change your oil after. So only use this before a oil change.

+1

kaede · 08-13-2013, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JDane07

Most guys in here are 335i guys. Is it less necessary to do this in a NA e90?

Why not? The additive doesn't clean our intake valves but will clean out the fuel system. It should absorb water/moisture in fuel tank (slightly), clean tank + lines, clean the injectors and pumps. Give it a try, all of my other vehicles are all NA and still yeild great results. Again, because of our DI engines, the difference will not be as "day and night" than some other cars!

Chriztofor · 08-14-2013, 10:22 AM

(but in a nice way) Oil change is not necessary after using Chevron Tehron fuel injector cleaner (concentrated solution).

iknowitsfast · 08-15-2013, 01:17 PM

i used that in my 350z and it seemed to make a difference. Good product.

jbnery6465 · 08-17-2013, 03:55 PM

I've been using the Techron Concentrate Plus and have no issues with it. Does anyone here use a combination of both Techron Concentrate Plus AND Lucas?? Techron primarily for cleaning and Lucas primarily for lubrication. Just wasn't sure I were to use Lucas, that the detergents in Techron Concentrate would remove the lubricants from the Lucas solution and eventually render it useless.

And if so...do you do Techron before an oil change and Lucas after an oil change?

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Chriztofor Colonel 103 Rep 2,783 Posts Drives: '06 325i and '13 X5 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (1)	Ok, has anyone on here used techron and it worked? I know it worked for me. __________________ If no codes are being thrown use Chevron Techron fuel injector cleaner (concentrate). It solves rpm fluctuating upon cold start-up. Also, for most BMW problems start off by scanning your car with the Peake Research Tool. It contains the actual BMW codes. If you want to register a newly installed battery for free (just buy a $10 cable) and google/download BMWLogger
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jbnery6465 Private First Class 9 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: May 2013 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	I've used Techron before on previous vehicles and works fine. I noticed that the Lucas product is also a "Lubricant" in addition to a valve cleaner. Are there any concerns with the "Lubricant" aspect of it, especially if I were to use this on a long term basis? Would there be any harm if I used Lucas for 1 tank, and several tanks later decided to use Techron?
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335obsession New Member 2 Rep 24 Posts Drives: I will be owning a BMW 335i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Syracuse New York iTrader: (0)	I have used Lucas before and nothing but greatness in that bottle especially for higher mileage cars
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bmvee MMM 13 Rep 151 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: CA iTrader: (6) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	I just did a 3,000 miles trip using Lucas, 6-8 oz per tank. I yielded about 30 mpg traveling from FL to CA. Had a passenger and loads of stuff in the trunk and back seat. The trip was mostly highways, besides going into New Orleans, Houston, San Antonio, New Mexico, and Phoenix. My point of view is that it lubricates the rings, cylinder walls, and valve seats. This will reduce friction on moving parts therefore increase engine response and most importantly, longevity. Less wear and heat.
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07-28-2013, 08:25 PM	#72
MasterWang Captain 138 Rep 926 Posts Drives: F06 M6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Overland Park, KS iTrader: (2)	This may be a silly question, but is it safe to use techron/lucas with e85 mixture gas? Should I just use pump gas (93oct only) when I use this stuff?
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JDane07 Lieutenant Colonel 143 Rep 1,720 Posts Drives: 330i (sold), MK7 GTI Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Napa, CA iTrader: (3)	Most guys in here are 335i guys. Is it less necessary to do this in a NA e90? __________________ Current Ride: '16 MK7 GTI// Former Ride: '06 E90 330i// Don't mind me... just passing along// Old E90 Thread: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...first+e90+m580
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08-14-2013, 10:22 AM	#76
Chriztofor Colonel 103 Rep 2,783 Posts Drives: '06 325i and '13 X5 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (1)	(but in a nice way) Oil change is not necessary after using Chevron Tehron fuel injector cleaner (concentrated solution). __________________ If no codes are being thrown use Chevron Techron fuel injector cleaner (concentrate). It solves rpm fluctuating upon cold start-up. Also, for most BMW problems start off by scanning your car with the Peake Research Tool. It contains the actual BMW codes. If you want to register a newly installed battery for free (just buy a $10 cable) and google/download BMWLogger
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08-15-2013, 01:17 PM	#77
iknowitsfast Private First Class 6 Rep 164 Posts Drives: E90 335xi Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	i used that in my 350z and it seemed to make a difference. Good product. __________________ Monaco Blue 335xi
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08-17-2013, 03:55 PM	#78
jbnery6465 Private First Class 9 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: May 2013 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	I've been using the Techron Concentrate Plus and have no issues with it. Does anyone here use a combination of both Techron Concentrate Plus AND Lucas?? Techron primarily for cleaning and Lucas primarily for lubrication. Just wasn't sure I were to use Lucas, that the detergents in Techron Concentrate would remove the lubricants from the Lucas solution and eventually render it useless. And if so...do you do Techron before an oil change and Lucas after an oil change? __________________ - Jeremy - 2006 325I \| Arktis Metallic \| Premium + Sport \| 6MT \| 20% Tint \| K&N + Charcoal Delete
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