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I left a bottle of CA-40 in the back of my truck and it appears to be frozen. Is it ruined? |
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No. All you need to do is thaw it out and shake it up very well, and it will work as well as ever. |
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Gene |
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What if I accidentally put in way too much? |
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There will be no adverse effects on the engine. However, you will not have gains in efficiency and in fact, efficiency may temporarily decrease. |
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Linda |
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I generally have three to five gallons of fuel remaining in my tank when I fill my personal vehicle. So, if you have a 15-gallon tank and only put in 10 to 12 gallons per fill-up, would it be best to scale your mixture back to only add about 3/4 of an ou |
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Initally, you would want to treat the whole 15 gallons, but after that only treat what you add. On our "pricing and mix ratio" page, there is a chart to show exactly how much CA-40 to put in. |
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Randy |
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You suggest shaking the bottle before adding it to the gas. This suggests portions of it settle to the bottom of the container. How long will it stay suspended in gas? My work truck uses a tank of gas every couple months, and the last time I gassed up |
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In the CA-40 bottle, there is settlement due to the canola oil we add to our product to make it pourable. When CA-40 is added to fuel, there is a permanent bond that takes place on a molecular level between the calcinate in CA-40 and the hydrocarbon in the fuel. This means CA-40 will not settle at the bottom of your tank. We have tested this, and have a sample at a ratio of 1 ounce CA-40 to 1 Quart of gasoline that has been in suspension for over 4 years with no settlement. |
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Phillip |
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Will CA40g, break loose any residuals or break carbon deposits that may clog your injectors or fuel filter? |
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CA-40 itself will not clog anything. However, if there are contaminants already existing in the fuel, CA-40 can bond to them, causing them to suspend within the fuel, which may result in a clogged fuel filter. You can help avoid this if CA-40 is pre-mixed at a ratio of 1 part CA-40 to 2 parts fuel. |
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Brent |
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What is the best measurement for most vehicles? |
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An ounce to 15-20 gallons is the best ratio. It varies depending on vehicle, type of driving, and several other factors. The best thing to do is try a few tankfuls to find what ratio works best for you and your driving. As a general rule, it is better to go richer, (1oz to 15 gallons) than leaner, (1 oz to 24 gallons). An ounce to 24 gives no improvement in combustion enhancement. |
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Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Will I see results on the first tank or does it increase mileage gradually? |
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Generally people do see results on the first tank. However, some users report using as many as 3 or 4 tanks before seeing an improvement.
You may want to consider resetting your vehicle's onboard computer (see Tips For Proper Use on our web site).
The difficulty people run into sometimes is that they do not know what their mileage is before using the product. Miles per gallon per tankful is sometimes a problem; because it is easy to vary a gallon of fuel or more based on how full the tank is...Air bubble in the top of the tank and so on.
The best thing to do is calculate mpg over three or four tankfuls untreated under similar conditions with the same fuel, and then repeat the process with treated fuel under the same conditions.
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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I have a Lexus SUV that indicates "Use Premium Fuel Only". Will this product allow me to use regular fuel without damage to my engine? Thank You! |
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CA-40 does not affect octane levels, so we recommend following the manufacturer's instructions.
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Thanks to
James |
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Can CA40g be used as a subsitute for oil in a 2 cycle engine ? |
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No, at this point we haven't done testing in that area, so we recommend that you don't use CA-40 as a replacement for 2-cycle oil. You can, however, add it to a 2-cycle mixture at the ratios described on our web site for added benefits. |
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Bob |
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Can CA-40 be used in hybrid vehicles? |
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Yes it can. We've been having success in a variety of hybrids. |
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Leslie |
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Are you saying you can add it to the oil crankcase, and if so can it be added to full synthetic? |
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Yes. If using it in your crankcase, we recommend a ratio of 1 oz. CA-40 per quart of oil. 4-ball tests demonstrate that standard motor oil treated with CA-40 lubricates as well as high-end synthetics for 1/3 - 1/2 the price. |
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craig |
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Is this product safe to use on the new 07 diesel emission frendly engines, with the new DPF filter systems |
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We have not done testing on every engine out there, but we are using a form of calcium that has a micron size that is small enough so it will never plug any filters. Also, the flash point of calcium is higher than the melting point of the engine, which means it won't leave any deposits. Finally, tests have demonstrated a reduction of 50-80% in particulate matter in fuel treated with CA-40. |
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Robert |
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Have you ever used it in a home heating situation as an additive in fuel oil, and if so, what were the results? |
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My testing with home heating oil indicated no change in performance. In fact, my diesel gas analyzer did not show even one part per million change in emissions. The activation of the product requires heat and pressure as occurs in the combustion chamber. The Thermo-electric (heat) and paizo-electric (pressure) properties of calcium are critical to enhancing the oxidation of the hydrocarbons. |
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Thanks to
CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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What about lawn tractors and mowers? |
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CA-40 can be used in any internal combustion engine...cars, trucks, outboard motors, motorcycles, mowers, etc. |
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CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Can CA40 be used with a fuel stabizier like STA-BIL |
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Yes, CA-40 works well with other additives, and since it's not a fuel stabilizer or cleaner, you should continue to use additives for those purposes. |
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Robert |
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Can I use CA_40 with a bottle of "heat". Cuz its getting colder, I always put a bottle of "heat" in every tank. Can I do both? |
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Yes, and in fact, we recommend it. |
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Danielle |
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Can I use your product in combination with a fuel additive that improves cetane and lubricity? |
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We have not found any problems with using CA-40 with octane or cetane boosters. However, I do think it would be a waste of time and money. For lubricity, there is nothing that I am aware of that gives any results comparable to ours. |
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Does CA-40 help with gel points in diesel fuel? |
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CA-40 will not affect gel points one way or the other, so you need to continue using anti-gel agents in cold weather. |
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Are there calcium deposits remaining in the engine following combustion? |
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Absolutely not! CA-40 will not leave any type of deposits in your engine. Any deposits you may find are likely the result of contaminants in the fuel. |
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Ray |
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Will the computer in your car adjust and take away the benefit of the additive after a while? |
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No. The computer in your car may flash the "check engine" light when you first add it until the engine adjusts to running more efficiently. Also, if you aren't seeing results, you should talk to your mechanic about resetting your vehicle's computer. Many vehicles that don't get results at first do after the computer is reset. |
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Rick |
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What is the "shelf life" of ca40? And what is the temperature range for storage? |
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There is an unlimited shelf life on CA-40. However, it does need to be shaken well before each use, especially if it has sat for an extended period of time. Warm weather will not adversely affect CA-40. Freezing CA-40 is not recommended. If CA-40 is frozen, thaw product and shake vigorously for several minutes. This will allow the product to re-suspend properly and be ready to use again. |
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tom |
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Will CA-40 cause any damage to seals in the engine? |
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CA-40 is non-corrosive and will not damage seals at all. It's a completely organic product. The MSDS reads safer than baby shampoo. |
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Can you use it in airplanes? |
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CA-40 has been used in airplanes, but we've never tested it in aircraft, so at this point we're not selling it for that purpose. |
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Tim |
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Is CA-40 suitable for use in cold weather climates? I live in a high-latitude climate with occasional extreme cold conditions. |
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CA-40 will not affect pour points one way or the other. Once it's in the fuel, cold weather will not affect it. However, when it's in the bottle, you should treat it as you would paint. If your bottle is subjected to extreme cold (you should try to avoid this), you'll want to shake it up really well before using again, but it will still work just fine.
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Thanks to
chuck with commercial fisherman |
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I was wondering if there is stock available to purchase with your company? |
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We are privately owned and are not publicly traded, and have no plans to change that. |
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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Will CA-40 void warranties? |
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As for warranty concerns, OEMs do not approve or disapprove of additives. In our contact with them, they choose to remain neutral. What we can tell you is that we have a 2 million dollar product liability policy. What this means is that the chemical people at the insurance company see that it cannot hurt an engine (they don't want to pay out money). Beyond that, there is little we can tell you, except that the ultra-low sulfur fuel you are now running is really bad for your engine and you need the lubrication of calcium in your fuel system and on your top rings. |
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CMH Administrator with CMH Industries (information@ca40g.com) |
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