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Old Dec 27th, 2019, 13:06   #21
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I am considering using this treatment to 'free up' possibly sticking hydraulic tappets in my V90 (1997). Has anyone had any results worth passing on? And any idea exactly how to use it? Such as pour it into a hot or cold engine etc? Then run the car for x miles to get it around the engine? I cannot see any advice in Forte's web site or any other so am hoping the Forum will assist.
My trusted garage use both Forte Advanced Formula Gas Treatment and Advanced Formula Motor Flush on my 1995 940 2.3 LPT Estate and that has worked beautifully for many years for this car...

https://www.forteuk.co.uk/product/ad...gas-treatment/

https://www.forteuk.co.uk/product/ad...a-motor-flush/
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Well, I have now put just over hal a litre of Carlube ATF-U into the oil as Laird Scooby suggested and what a difference it has made! The engine no longer goes tic tic tic.. on tickover !!! It is running so well and quiet now so many thanks Dave for your advice. Derek
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You're welcome Derek, glad it worked as well for you as it always has for me and thanks for the feedback.
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