Using Lucas Top End Oil/Marvel Mystery Oil

Discussion in 'Classic Buicks' started by dmfconsult, Jul 10, 2007.

  1. dmfconsult

    dmfconsult Devil in a Blue Dress

    Gents;
    Just curious as to how many of you guys are adding some of this to your gas tanks, or for that matter a little tranny fluid.... all to lubricate the valve seats to replace leaded gas.

    In my Electra, I have used a lead additive in the fuel, but I have been told by some to use the top end lubrication. In fact, I seem to remember seeing a picture older straight 8 (either Buick or Packard can't remember) that actually had a marvel mystery oil drip feeder into the fuel line before the carb.

    Any thoughts on using this approach on our BBB's without hardened valve seats? Thanks very much!
     
  2. TurboV6

    TurboV6 Platinum Level Contributor

    I use the Marvel oil when I store the cars away for extended periods. I believe it helps on the start up of the engine.
     
  3. rmstg2

    rmstg2 Gold Level Contributor

    I won't break an engine in without using Marvel Mystery Oil
    Bob H.
     
  4. dmfconsult

    dmfconsult Devil in a Blue Dress

    I can see using it in both situations, especially when the car is stored for long periods of time. I guess what I'm wondering, is anybody using it on a fairly regular basis, say, instead of a lead additive to the fuel?
     

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