Marvel Mystery Oil

[blacksambo]

Well, we all talk about 6VE1oil consumption problems.
We've encountered this with the three '99's we've owned.
Recently decided to give Marvel Mystery Oil a try in this regard.
Before my semi - annual oill change ran a quart for approx 300 miles, then did my standard Mobil 1 oil change.
Will miracles never cease. 400 miles later, no oil use to speak of (typically I'd notice it being down almost half a quart at this mileage).
Has anybody else tried this trick? I'd also add that the engine runs quieter and more powerfully (just anecdotally).

[VX KAT]

Well….the name would make me skeptical…"Sounds too good to be true"…….but real world experience sounds like it might actually be working….truly a "Mystery"…,,,hmmmmm

You'd think if it was a great product with some breakthrough technology, it would be named something more reputable.
Sure hope I don't find it on WalMart's "As seen on tv" aisle. (Although I don't know if it's on TV…you get the analogy)...

Can't wait to hear interval reports over the next 6-12 months…..keep details and keep us posted!

[Mile High VX]

This product has been around since the '30s...it's actually now owned by Turtle Wax.

Very similar to other "add in" products like Lucas, which I use regularly.

Has great reputation and seems to be a quality product.

[VX KAT]

hmmm, hubby just said it's been around forever just like Mile High said….how is it that I've never heard of this one….
How's this additive work and does it claim to stop/prevent/reduce oil use? (I know I'm lazy this Sun morn…didn't look up info on it )

[blacksambo]

My very experienced NAPA counter guy recomended it for the oil drain hole clogging our pistons get. So far so good. I'll keep you posted.

[Ldub]

hmmm, hubby just said it's been around forever just like Mile High said….how is it that I've never heard of this one….
How's this additive work and does it claim to stop/prevent/reduce oil use? (I know I'm lazy this Sun morn…didn't look up info on it )

http://www.marvelmysteryoil.com/index.php/site/about/

[blacksambo]

Well said.

[VX KAT]

Really interesting stuff!

When added to engine oil, Marvel reduces and prevents valve sticking and clatter by breaking down harmful deposits of carbon and sludge.

Marvel will prevent sludge build-up from occurring in new engines and removes sludge from older engines

1) Couldn't this potentially cause oil leaks at the rubber gaskets, same as many say happens when they switch to synthetic? Because it's thought it cleans off the buildup that was actually sealing a gasket.
I didn't have any leaks when I switched to synth, don't want to test fate

2) "Jets"..they spray fuel or oil into cylinder?


3) Is this much different than Seafoam or Lucas and what they claim with those products? Although I know you only use Seafoam periodically, not at every fill up, and you don't leave it in the oil long term either IIRC when I used it.

[89Vette]

http://www.conncoll.edu/offices/ehs/...ystery_Oil.pdf

Looks primarily like a solvent. Naptha + Mineral sprits.

Since I'm fairly convinced the bottom oil ring design is responsible for units that burn oil, it's equally plausible that this solvent "frees" up sticky oil-scraper rings to perform their job [correctly] again.

Risky? IDK.

I'm not sure I'd use it continuously...like the website implies.

Sounds more like "Engine Flush" which is used to clean just prior to an oil change.

[tom4bren]

Well….the name would make me skeptical…"Sounds too good to be true"…….but real world experience sounds like it might actually be working….truly a "Mystery"…,,,hmmmmm

How about Motor Honey ... no, really - the stuff is still on the shelves.

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums...Number=1117497

[evillecutter]

i have 3 vintage cans of this in my garage i think i inherited them - think they expire? and it sounds exactly like seafoam...

[Ldub]

i have 3 vintage cans of this in my garage - think they expire? ...

a teaspoon's worth of "taste testing" ought to answer that question...

[evillecutter]

a teaspoon's worth of "taste testing" ought to answer that question...

accidentally used tablespoons instead of teaspoons - did NOT remove the coffee stains from my teeth

[VxSport]

I tried this stuff, told about it from my fav mechanic. I only tried it for a short time before switching to a Lucas product. I didn't see any improvement on the oil consumtion problem. I like most of us, check the oil on a very reg basis. Yesterday added 1/4 quart addjustment. On average I use a quart per 750 miles, and have for the past 5 years / 70K. We have a original engine with 144k on it. I have been VERY lucky.

[blacksambo]

Really interesting stuff!1) Couldn't this potentially cause oil leaks at the rubber gaskets, same as many say happens when they switch to synthetic? Because it's thought it cleans off the buildup that was actually sealing a gasket.
I didn't have any leaks when I switched to synth, don't want to test fate

2) "Jets"..they spray fuel or oil into cylinder?


3) Is this much different than Seafoam or Lucas and what they claim with those products? Although I know you only use Seafoam periodically, not at every fill up, and you don't leave it in the oil long term either IIRC when I used it.

Well! That's why Mobil 1 invented their high mileage version (75K+). I had leaks too until I switched to this version that contains a seal improving ingredient. This type of seal technology is available by itself, but Mobil 1 does it in one convenient package. I've noticed no leaking since introducing Marvel Mystery. I'm now at 750 miles and am using less than half the oil I'd expect. I'll keep you posted.