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discusses creating an enzyme for a specific chemical reaction in which a proton in the form of a positively charged hydrogen atom is removed from carbon, a well-known and demanding step in many chemical processes.
Could enzymes help with oil shale processing or other conversion tasks?
Just because StarTron "enzymes" :lemon: appear to be a bust doesn't mean the whole enzyme concept is worthless.
Sure, maybe.
Just because StarTron "enzymes" appear to be a bust doesn't mean the whole enzyme concept is worthless.
Of course it doesn't. Enzymes perform very real rolls in many chemical processes, including many of those that go on at the cellular level and so are responsible for life. The issue here is whether the enziomatic claims of products like StarTron are true or not, and whether such products really deliver what they claim.
The article you referenced states that "The principal effect is that reactions can take place thousands of even millions of times faster". If I remember my college chemistry correctly, the primary characteristic of an enzyme is that it helps a particular reaction take place, but is not itself used up in the process. So a small amount of enzyme is reused many times in a chemical process.
It does have over 330,000 miles. I can not afford a new car. My question.....is there an additive I can put in with the oil, even if it reduces the smoke? I did try a couple brands but it made no difference. Any help guys would be appreciated. Thanks, Steve
Yeah, it's just internal engine wear, and there's nothing in a can that replaces worn metal. Sooner or later your neighbors will appear with pitchforks and torches at your front door, but until then, you can drive a car that burns oil a long long time without a catastrophe, as long as you keep oil in it.
Have you considered a good used engine---if the rest of the car is tip top, that might be considerably cheaper than buying an entirely new/used car.
1) Live with the oil consumption (and maybe throw in a hotter set of plugs which can sometimes eliminate much of the smoke)
2) Overhaul your engine; I'm thinking that you can probably have the cylinders bored out to .030", have the head refreshed, have the crank polished, buy new pistons, rings, bearings, and gaskets, for under $700. If you don't have access to a set of good tools and such, you'll most likely be able to rent what you need and still keep the job well under a grand.
3) Buy and install a used engine from a bone yard. This may take a bit of shopping but you should be able to take this route and do the entire job for as little as two to three hundred dollars.
Keep us posted.
Best regards,
Shipo
That's a good oil, but way way high on cost. Last time I bought synthetic at Walmart, it was less than that.
That's a good oil, but way way high on cost. Last time I bought synthetic at Walmart, it was right at that price point.
Trouble is the wrecking yards have become very expensive.
Don't worry about the guys on motorcycles. It's good for them!
If you happen to get a motorcycle COP behind you it'll be a different story.
Seriously, it a cop pulls you over and gives you an equipment violation you will be forced into doing something immediatly.
330,000 miles, you have done well!
I do have a perfect level of coolant until of course it comes out the overflow, then I put a little more in. I THINK the problem might be the thermostat. What do you guys think, I value your opinion. Are they kind of easy to replace? I guess I could get a buddy to do it. Thanks, Steve
Don't know about your Saturn in particular, but on many engines the thermostat is near the front/top of the engine, where the big top hose from the radiator connects to. Usually have to drain a bit of the coolant first to keep it from coming out from the thermostat housing.
Yes, it's definitely a project you should be able to tackle yourself, or with a bit of help.
Just don't put it in upside down...this happens!
Also, make sure your electric fan (s) are working too. Pretty common cause of overheating when they stop working.
Of course, if your car has an idiot light, by the time THAT goes on, you just turn off the key.
Speaking of additives, if your car has a tendency to get hot, but not actually overheat, you can try "Water Wetter", which is often used in racing. Unlike much additive mumbo-jumbo, this actually does work.
Steve
I wouldn't waste my ,money on that stuff. Any positive effect would be marginal at best.
As of yet there is no info on the Camguard web site about Auto Camguard (the site has been slow to be updated), but those who contact the primary distributor (who is the primary sponsoring developer) can order it. The chemist who developed it is Ed Kollin (former head chemist of Exxon) and there is a video there explaining the product.
I'm just posting the info folks.
As for the knocking, if it's loud get to a mechanic soon. If it's barely noticeable I'd try filling up with premium after it gets to a half tank and see if it goes away.
Is the 'check engine light' (or any warning light) on?
If it's anything more than a fuel system cleaner, you've almost certainly wasted your money. Hundreds of gas additives have come and gone, often with amazing claims, all proven to be worthless as far as fuel economy goes.