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Originally Posted by bbrown8
I run Marvel based a lot on positive reviews on OCC.....
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Keep in mind, the vast majority of those claiming "good luck" or giving "good reviews" are neither mechanics, or guys who put thousands of hours on a tractor. They likely do it for the reason you stated.... "someone else said to do it, so I do it too and never have any issues". Well, I don't do it and never have any issues.... so, the proof is in the pudding. As a general rule, "snake oil" is just snake oil.... and I for one am not putting snake oil in my engine every time. Yes, MMO does seem to loosen up stuck parts, and clean up carbon, but that kind of thing isn't good to run year round in the gas and oil.
I have rebuilt (literally) hundreds of engines. Seen a lot of failures, and I've rebuilt motors that were well taken care of that just simply wore out. Based on what I've seen, there are certain oils I won't run, certain reman engines I won't buy (or sell to someone) and I won't constantly run fuel or oil additives.
But, it's you machine to do as you wish, just be careful who's advice you take. Not everyone has good reason for the things they do. Or know if they really are a good or bad thing.