Question-Is Rev-X snake oil or does it solve stiction? - F-Series & SuperDuty Diesel Forums

rray32539 · 01-12-2012, 10:08 PM

I've looked at some of the testimonials and been to the web site. But before I drop $75 on something that could at best solve the sticky injectors on cold starts or at worse screw up a $14,000 engine, what say the sages of SuperDutyDiesel.com? Is this product any good? Bad? Alternate suggestions? The sticky injectors are a nuisance and certainly aren't doing the engine any good. But it seems to be a common problem, common enough to have made someone come up with a solution.

Your input is appreciated. Like Bartles and Jaymes used to say "Thank you for your support!"

RandyH · 01-12-2012, 10:50 PM

I've been wondering the same thing as my truck seems to have some stiction issues on cold start that are very annoying. I've been googling to find out more about Rev-X versus Hot Shot's Secret and did find an interesting thread on another board about these additives. At least in this thread, the Rev-X seemed to have a bigger following.

REV-X vs. Hot Shot's Secret - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum

revx vs. hot shot secret vs. seafoam - Diesel Forum - TheDieselStop.com

egregg57 · 01-13-2012, 02:11 AM

There is a new additive that is getting some very good reviews, is far cheaper and supposedly does a better job in helping the injectors.

It is by Arcoil and is called AR9100-Nanoborate Friction Modifier. I don't know a lot about it but have been reading on several Diesel forums about it and how it works.

Sounds promising AND cheaper!

Eric

RoyBoy · 01-13-2012, 09:23 AM

I've used rev-x in the old 6.0, and yes it helped. I'd give it a try.

atk · 01-13-2012, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoyBoy

I've used rev-x in the old 6.0, and yes it helped. I'd give it a try.

X2......

hdjeff · 01-18-2012, 07:49 PM

I used it, had some improvement but ultimately had to replaced failed injectors. Maybe if I would have tried sooner?

tankerdude · 01-26-2012, 08:23 PM

I used it in mine right after I had the oil changed. So, about 2k miles on it now.
It did seem to help with how the engine ran at idle when it was cold, and seemed to help when the engine was warming up with missing.

Also, I just got the "blue spring" kit installed last weekend. THAT seemed to help more than the Rev-X.

Time will tell.

HeavyAssault · 01-28-2012, 05:00 PM

IF you need to use it more than once it's not solving your problem. Rev-X says you need to use it every or every other oil change...........HUUUUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM.

01-12-2012, 10:08 PM	#1
rray32539 High Tech Redneck Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Nickajack Lake, TN Posts: 1,130 Thanks: 29 Thanked 14 Times in 13 Posts	Question-Is Rev-X snake oil or does it solve stiction? I've looked at some of the testimonials and been to the web site. But before I drop $75 on something that could at best solve the sticky injectors on cold starts or at worse screw up a $14,000 engine, what say the sages of SuperDutyDiesel.com? Is this product any good? Bad? Alternate suggestions? The sticky injectors are a nuisance and certainly aren't doing the engine any good. But it seems to be a common problem, common enough to have made someone come up with a solution. Your input is appreciated. Like Bartles and Jaymes used to say "Thank you for your support!" __________________ Richard Ray SSgt, USAF (Ret.) Life Member DAV In a campsite or parking lot somewhere in America Amateur Radio W4RLR "The Blue Beast" 2005 F-250 Lariat CC SB, 6.0 liter automatic, 4x4, upfitter switches, DieselSite coolant filter, Sirius-XM satellite radio, fifth-wheel hitch, Trifecta tonneau, clearance lights, rear camera, Garmin GPS, Yaesu FT-100D and FT-7800D amateur radio "Love Shack" 1995 Jayco Eagle 277 RBSS fifth-wheel, DirecTV with King Dome dish, Sirius-XM satellite radio, Sanyo flat-screen TV, rear camera

01-12-2012, 10:50 PM	#2
RandyH SDD Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 197 Thanks: 2 Thanked 14 Times in 14 Posts View Photos By: RandyH	I've been wondering the same thing as my truck seems to have some stiction issues on cold start that are very annoying. I've been googling to find out more about Rev-X versus Hot Shot's Secret and did find an interesting thread on another board about these additives. At least in this thread, the Rev-X seemed to have a bigger following. REV-X vs. Hot Shot's Secret - Ford Powerstroke Diesel Forum revx vs. hot shot secret vs. seafoam - Diesel Forum - TheDieselStop.com __________________ '05 F350 FX4, 6.0L, Auto, CC, LB, 4 x 4, Line-X, 116K, Brand D cab lights, High Idle Mod, Fog Light High Beam Mod, Edge Insight Monitor w/Pillar, LT295/70-R18 Nitto Terra Grappler AT's & 2" level lift, coolant filter. (R.I.P - The Pine Tree Incident) 99' (early) F250, Auto, 4x4, CC, LWB. 139K, Yoko Geos, reman trans at 110K, Autometer pillar gauges, open element filter, 3" level lift, 6.0L trans cooler, Brand D cab lights. 01' KZ Sportsmen 35' Fifth Wheel Toyhauler (a.k.a "The Mother Ship") 05' Mustang GT USAF SSGT 1979-1983 Last edited by RandyH; 01-12-2012 at 11:07 PM.

01-13-2012, 02:11 AM	#3
egregg57 SDD Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southeastern NH Posts: 45 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 7 Posts View Photos By: egregg57	There is a new additive that is getting some very good reviews, is far cheaper and supposedly does a better job in helping the injectors. It is by Arcoil and is called AR9100-Nanoborate Friction Modifier. I don't know a lot about it but have been reading on several Diesel forums about it and how it works. Sounds promising AND cheaper! Eric __________________ 2005 F-350 Lariat FX4 CC, new EGR Cooler/Oil Cooler, EGR Valve, HPOP STC fitting, Fuel Pressure spring upgrade, Sirius/XM Mod, Edge Insight W/Attitude, new Thermostat, Pads, Rotors at 87K, Reese 16K Hitch. 2011 Outback 325FRE 4 slide Fifth Wheel 12K GVW.

01-13-2012, 09:23 AM	#4
RoyBoy Diesel Dork Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: central WI Posts: 1,208 Thanks: 18 Thanked 37 Times in 34 Posts View Photos By: RoyBoy	I've used rev-x in the old 6.0, and yes it helped. I'd give it a try. __________________ Roy 2011 F450 Lariat Ultimate Duraflap Mud Flaps w/ SS Retrax PRO Bed Cover Otherwise stock

01-18-2012, 07:49 PM	#6
hdjeff SDD Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Medina, Ohio Posts: 216 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts View Photos By: hdjeff	I used it, had some improvement but ultimately had to replaced failed injectors. Maybe if I would have tried sooner? __________________ 2012 Ford F-350 XLT Crew Cab DRW 4x4. 2012 Salem 30QBSS Travel Trailer...the "StuffItInn."

01-26-2012, 08:23 PM	#7
tankerdude SDD Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 69 Thanks: 2 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	I used it in mine right after I had the oil changed. So, about 2k miles on it now. It did seem to help with how the engine ran at idle when it was cold, and seemed to help when the engine was warming up with missing. Also, I just got the "blue spring" kit installed last weekend. THAT seemed to help more than the Rev-X. Time will tell. __________________ 2005 F350 King Ranch CC LB 4x4 Firestone Ride-Rite air bags Bilstien shocks EDAS from Powerstrokehelp.com. High Idle Mod Pulling a 2008 Jayco Recon ZX 37U. RV having fun yet?

01-28-2012, 05:00 PM	#8
HeavyAssault SDD Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: King William, VA Posts: 309 Thanks: 1 Thanked 24 Times in 23 Posts View Photos By: HeavyAssault	IF you need to use it more than once it's not solving your problem. Rev-X says you need to use it every or every other oil change...........HUUUUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM. __________________ Offically The Biggest Midget In The Game

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