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Originally Posted by Rooster's82
What about engine cleaner, i don't know who makes it...supposedly it cleans out engine sludge, you run it in your engine for a couple of minutes right before an oil change. Is engine sludge a real problem or is it made up to sell products? would something like that tear up out seals and gaskets?
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A quart of Kerosene is the same thing. Idle it 5 minutes, then drain. Yes, if you have weak seals there is a chance they will leak worse. Worse yet, a chunk of sludge can come loose and get lodged in an oil galley or bearing, leading to component failure. Use with caution!