Fuel additive for N55

zcali925 · 03-21-2020, 11:28 AM

Looked at these but at only 50k on my 2015 I'm not sure I need to add anything yet. Getting ready to do spark plugs, ignition coils, brake warning will probably come on any day. Thinking about doing an 8at fluid change and update.

Unspec · 03-21-2020, 01:30 PM

Don't bother except for maybe injector cleaners, and even then it's questionable if it actually does anything.

BurrNinja · 03-21-2020, 02:23 PM

I usually run shell 93 vpower every few fill ups ill add techron fuel cleaner.

zcali925 · 03-21-2020, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Unspec

Don't bother except for maybe injector cleaners, and even then it's questionable if it actually does anything.

Thanks!

zcali925 · 03-21-2020, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BurrNinja

I usually run shell 93 vpower every few fill ups ill add techron fuel cleaner.

I only really have access to 91 in the bay area

BurrNinja · 03-22-2020, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by zcali925

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Originally Posted by BurrNinja

I usually run shell 93 vpower every few fill ups ill add techron fuel cleaner.

I only really have access to 91 in the bay area

Id run techron every few imo.

MOBF10 · 04-21-2020, 12:37 PM

Money is probably better off spent on walnut blasting. If you have crazy build up on your intake valves you will notice immediate difference in your car after a good cleaning. FYI running meth will help keep them clean too

OnlyGerman · 04-21-2020, 08:41 PM

I would wait till 70 to do trans fluid. I did mine at around 135 and fluid was still clean.

ChiNorm · 04-30-2020, 12:32 PM

I did mine at 66k and it made a BIG difference in transmission response.

xxpanipuri · 04-30-2020, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by zcali925

I only really have access to 91 in the bay area

i do techron every so often and i'll do zmax as well...

where in the bay are you?

lsturbointeg · 05-05-2020, 09:02 AM

I'm gonna start using Techron on every fill up! I don't daily drive the car and I now hope after adding the oil catch can this will help eliminate some of the blow by

RJV3 · 05-07-2020, 12:21 PM

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I'm gonna start using Techron on every fill up! I don't daily drive the car and I now hope after adding the oil catch can this will help eliminate some of the blow by

Which catch can did you end up getting? I saw a massive thread about catch cans but feedback on finding one that has a oem like fit was hit or miss. Either the tubes were too big or pain in the ass to install and run the lines effeciently.

zcali925 · 08-03-2020, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by xxpanipuri

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Originally Posted by zcali925

I only really have access to 91 in the bay area

i do techron every so often and i'll do zmax as well...

where in the bay are you?

East Bay. You?

DemonSR · 03-18-2024, 11:37 AM

No need for any fuel cleaners. Just run the highest grade of fuel at Irving, Mobil or Shell station. (Verified with BMW manufacturer)

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OnlyGerman Major 362 Rep 1,261 Posts Drives: F15, F13, F10, E60 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Sunshine State iTrader: (0)	I would wait till 70 to do trans fluid. I did mine at around 135 and fluid was still clean.
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DemonSR Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW 535i Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	No need for any fuel cleaners. Just run the highest grade of fuel at Irving, Mobil or Shell station. (Verified with BMW manufacturer)
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