seafoam - does it do what it claims?

[brent1084]

So, on my 78 GS 750E, where do I put it in to get to the engine without taking the tank off and spark plugs? I already have some in the tank, fyi. Any hoses or anything?

[scotschult]

BOT, just where is the best (cheapest) place to get this Sea Foam?

FWIW, I heard somewhere the other day that Checker/O'Reilly is having a Buy 2 Get One Free "sale" on it. Haven't checked it out myself to verify yet.

[littleroot]

i love seafoam. i saw some posts and just wanted to add these links. i have done this and works great. on a bike i have just poured in the gas tank. it works great for storing winter also. so the fuel doesn't get gummy.
here's some youtube stuff.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZf4WXwVL_E

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef3HNvxblxQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPVqBrhRXUU&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caAxC...eature=related

Whoa, just watch those and some more on youtube and cannot believe how many people on there are filming their tailpipes! Too funny

[crapwacker]

Not a bike but...

Had a lawn mower that had sat 3 or so years. long enough that all the gas - evaporated!!?!. third of a can, and one can of gas. Works better than trying to work on a non-serviceable carb!

[Gravity Tester]

Greetings,
If you add sea foam to you oil as suggested will it cause leaks? I was new and was talked into synthetic oil now I have a base gasket leak. I just do not want any more leaks what do you all think.
Thanks
Pat

[ScottMc1100L]

FWIW, I heard somewhere the other day that Checker/O'Reilly is having a Buy 2 Get One Free "sale" on it. Haven't checked it out myself to verify yet.

Nice tip, sure enough on page three of their online flyer buy 2 get one, limit 8 free!
Unfortunately, the drive out to their nearest store (to me) in Ohio would negate the savings
At least now I know what to look for and a price reference

Greetings,
If you add sea foam to you oil as suggested will it cause leaks? I was new and was talked into synthetic oil now I have a base gasket leak. I just do not want any more leaks what do you all think.......

I was never a believer of "don't use Synthetic, you'll get leaks" theory. I use it in all my cars and bikes, no more or less leaks than prior. I'm new to Seafoam but I'd think if you keep the concentration in check, you should be fine? Anyone else?

[Mysuzyq]

In the crankcase, you are only using it shortly before an oil change (I wouldn't use more than a couple tablespoons )....maybe putt around for a few easy miles and immediately drain the oil & change filter.
Both synthetic oil, and Seafoam (which is essentially acting as a solvent here) won't cause leaks, but won't do you any favors if you already have issues with compromised seals that are plugged up by gunk.

[IanC]

Seafoam is sold at every automotive chain, marine shop and most small engine places. I wasn't much of a believer in 'snake oils' but after enough customers came in to my automotive parts store swearing by it I tried it. Love the stuff, use it in my bike, cars and mower.

[Guest]

I just did a carb rebuild on an 82 GS650GL barn find. It ran OK, but I put Seafoam in it and it ran like it's ass was on fire! I use it in my small engines, and I swear by it.

[BADJACKSON]

Seafoam works wonders, but not miracles. I like it and use quite a bit.
$.02

[mikerophone]

Nice tip, sure enough on page three of their online flyer buy 2 get one, limit 8 free!

Must be a regional thing - I only see the Buy 2 get one free of the Lucas Injector Cleaner on the chemicals page... Page 3 is all waxes, care cleaning and wiper/washer stuff :-(

[eil]

Must be a regional thing - I only see the Buy 2 get one free of the Lucas Injector Cleaner on the chemicals page... Page 3 is all waxes, care cleaning and wiper/washer stuff :-(

Also he posted that five years ago.

[mikerophone]

Doh! I saw the last post was yesterday and didn't even look at the post dates after that...

[SailEXIT]

I tried some Seafoam in the sailboat engine last week.
It is an old Atomic 4 from the 1960's.
It was burning a bit of oil when I go full reverse, stops my from hitting the harbour wall.
Put 2 oz. in the crankcase and 2 oz. in about 2 gallons of fuel, Ultra 94 from Sunoco.

I noticed an improvement.

Tried it in the bike this week.
Seems to be a happier bike after about 100KM.

Will change the oil soon.

Shaun

[jimfj]

Great Stuff! Use it all the time and in everything that runs on gasoline. I have used it in the crankcase after placing a call to the manufacturer because one of their reps wondered about its affect on the bonding agents on the friction material on the clutch plates..(something I never would have thought of). It is fine they determined, and i can attest that I have found no problems on several bikes. It will clean the internals very well. I also suck some up into the vacuum system and let it sit. Cleans that part very well too.


My .02