Infamous 4.0 tick getting gradually worse, should I be worried?

[franklin2]

Rislone has been around a long time. If your engine has some varnish in it, it will clean it up. And it doesn't claim to do 20 different things and can be poured in every orifice of the vehicle. It does one thing, that is it.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

Rislone has been around a long time. If your engine has some varnish in it, it will clean it up. And it doesn't claim to do 20 different things and can be poured in every orifice of the vehicle. It does one thing, that is it.

I prefer that.
IMHE, Usually things that do a bunch of things don't do any of those things particularly well. Kind of like a roundabout boat or street legal dirt bike, or all in one multifunction welder.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

As much as I hate mechanic-in-a-bottle. I will begrudgingly admit that Marvel Mystery Oil has quieted lifters in 3/3 cars I have tested it in.

As an aside, its absurd how much lifters cost for these motors!

I have marvel bottles floating around, but mainly use it as my surface rust remover.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

So how long should I run the rislone for before changing the oil? The bottle didn't specify...

Also I noticed the motorcraft blend is 5w20...underhood sticker call for 5w30...should I go back to 5w30? And if so should I go dino,synthetic, or blend?

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

For some reason, 500 miles comes to mind.
Also recently read a white paper on synthetic oils out of the EU. Basically it says all the synthetics they tested were good for 7,500 km (4700 miles). After that the additives started depleting.
If I can find the link to the white paper I'll post it.

Studies on Engine Oil Degradation Characteristics in a Field Test with Passenger Cars

Nowadays, a car’s engine oil change interval is an essential factor in reducing wear. The correct choice depends on various factors. This study analyzes the changes in the composition of three different engine oils (0W30, 5W30, and 5W40) during the generally accepted oil change interval (15,000...

www.mdpi.com

 

[Eddo Rogue]

For some reason, 500 miles comes to mind.
Also recently read a white paper on synthetic oils out of the EU. Basically it says all the synthetics they tested were good for 7,500 km (4700 miles). After that the additives started depleting.
If I can find the link to the white paper I'll post it.

Studies on Engine Oil Degradation Characteristics in a Field Test with Passenger Cars

Nowadays, a car’s engine oil change interval is an essential factor in reducing wear. The correct choice depends on various factors. This study analyzes the changes in the composition of three different engine oils (0W30, 5W30, and 5W40) during the generally accepted oil change interval (15,000...

www.mdpi.com

I would never go that long betweem oil changes. I drive it maybe 3000 miles or less a year, and change the oil twice a year or more. I just want what's best for the truck. I don't need to squeeze extra miles or save a few bucks out of it

 

[franklin2]

I don't like extended oil changes either, no matter how good the oil is. It's not about the oil, it's about getting the water and the fuel and other contaminates out of the engine. The oil takes these and carries them around the engine. You have to decide how dirty you want the oil before you change it. I do not think synthetic oil makes these contaminates disappear, they are still in the oil no matter what kind it is.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

I don't like extended oil changes either, no matter how good the oil is. It's not about the oil, it's about getting the water and the fuel and other contaminates out of the engine. The oil takes these and carries them around the engine. You have to decide how dirty you want the oil before you change it. I do not think synthetic oil makes these contaminates disappear, they are still in the oil no matter what kind it is.

Yep. This. I thought maybe synthetic was less friction that's about it. But if not I wouldn't mind good old Dino oil.

I read oil can and does get "old".
This research was on motorcycle oils, but I'm sure it applies.

I change the oil when it starts to get dark or "old".

Zeroed the odo counter for the rislone...so far I got 12 miles...drove to get a pizza. Next drive will be to get oil.

 

[franklin2]

Yep. This. I thought maybe synthetic was less friction that's about it. But if not I wouldn't mind good old Dino oil.

I read oil can and does get "old".
This research was on motorcycle oils, but I'm sure it applies.

I change the oil when it starts to get dark or "old".

Zeroed the odo counter for the rislone...so far I got 12 miles...drove to get a pizza. Next drive will be to get oil.

Just be patient and give the rislone time to work. Someone mentioned 500 miles. I would think if it was going to help the situation, 500 miles would be time enough for it to work.

 

[SenorNoob]

I usually do a quart or Dex/Merc and a week of driving when I want to clean up an engine. Roughly 175 miles. I can't see how 500 would be a bad thing.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

Yep, 500 miles sounds about right to me as well...I'll still check along the way.

 

[Mechrick]

So how long should I run the rislone for before changing the oil?

Something to be aware of, Rislone is a solvent. I've used it to clean gummy lifters and it works great for that. All engine flushes/solvents can cause an unintended side effect if the engine in question has a significant amount of sludge buildup under the intake and valve covers. The solvent can loosen up carbon/sludge, which makes it's way into the oil pan and clogs the oil pump pickup tube.

Always use discretion when dumping engine flush in a crankcase.

 

[SenorNoob]

I usually find a significantly heavier than normal filter when I run ATF. I did when I swapped the newest engine into my truck and that engine was cleaned to the best of my abilities while it was apart. I oven cleanered ad scrubbed everything. Even the tops of the pistons.

 

[Eddo Rogue]

Something to be aware of, Rislone is a solvent. I've used it to clean gummy lifters and it works great for that. All engine flushes/solvents can cause an unintended side effect if the engine in question has a significant amount of sludge buildup under the intake and valve covers. The solvent can loosen up carbon/sludge, which makes it's way into the oil pan and clogs the oil pump pickup tube.

Always use discretion when dumping engine flush in a crankcase.

I'll definitely be monitoring gauges and whatnot the whole time. Im pretty neurotic driving the ranger, as mentioned its my baby sunday driver.

And yea thats another thing, I dont wanna run it too long as I figure being a cleaner it is a solvent.
I'd like to time it to where its done its job and not just cycling crud around.

I dont think its too sludgy, but hoepfully does the trick. I'm worried maybe it is worn parts. We'll see...

would it help to flush it soon as its dirty and do a second treatment w/ fresh oil?

 

[SenorNoob]

Sounds like a valid idea to me. Just costs more...