Mikaere808

I was wondering if it would be safe to use seafoam on a 2001 MK I to clean out build up in the block and also use it on the fuel system too

Thanks in advance

Stan

Vegas-roadsTTer

Fact is, if the car has had regular synthetic oil changes it should not have build up. Have you taken apart some of the engine and seen any? If you are convinced you need something, seafoam seems to be the product of choice for most enthusiasts. Make sure you follow directions.

For a gas additive, most of us prefer Techron. I add a botle every 10K and have never had a fuel problem. I tried some other brands when I got my first Mk 1 and had a code on a sensor shortly thereafter.This has never happened to me with Techron during the past decade.

Mikaere808

i havent checked the head or anything like that....just wondering. The car isnt mine and I dont think its been loved how I would have loved it if it had been mine for as long as it as it is old....if you know what I mean. I was just curious since Im sorta new to German cars....most of DIY experience lies with Japanese cars. I have used seafoam with those cars in the past and had great experience with it. Oh one more thing I was plannig on taking it in and having it serviced anyways so I thought it would be a good prep step before I turn it over to the local garage

Vegas-roadsTTer

If not, the owner is driving a time bomb that wil cost $5K+ to repair when it breaks, which likely will be soon.