Do Engine Flushes Actually Work? Let's Find Out

TLDREngine flushes are concentrated detergents that claim to remove sludge and deposits from your engine. However, modern engine oils are designed to do the same thing. In this video, we test engine flushes to see if they actually make a difference.

Key insights

💡Engine oils are already designed to break up sludge and deposits.

🔬We tested two popular engine flushes: Liqui Moly and Seafoam.

🛢️After multiple oil changes and flushes, the color of the oil did not significantly change.

💸Engine flushes can be expensive and may not provide any noticeable benefits.

🚗Regular oil changes and proper maintenance are more effective in keeping your engine clean.

Q&A

Do engine flushes remove sludge and deposits?

While engine flushes claim to remove sludge and deposits, modern engine oils are already designed to do the same thing.

Which engine flushes did you test?

We tested two popular engine flushes: Liqui Moly and Seafoam.

Did the color of the oil change after using engine flushes?

After multiple oil changes and flushes, the color of the oil did not significantly change.

Are engine flushes worth the cost?

Engine flushes can be expensive and may not provide any noticeable benefits. Regular oil changes and proper maintenance are more effective in keeping your engine clean.

What is the best way to keep your engine clean?

Regular oil changes, using high-quality engine oils, and following the manufacturer's maintenance recommendations are the best ways to keep your engine clean.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the topic of engine flushes and their claims.

03:59Testing the effectiveness of Liqui Moly engine flush.

07:53Testing the effectiveness of Seafoam engine flush.

10:58Examining the color of the oil after multiple oil changes and flushes.

13:47Revealing the conclusion that engine flushes may not provide significant benefits.