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Seafoam to improve gas mileage?

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Trekker, May 31, 2021.

  1. May 31, 2021 at 7:23 PM
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    Trekker

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    I have the 3rzfe engine, I get 16-18 MPG city and 20-22 MPG highway. I know thats not bad, but I have the stock size AT tires and no modifications and this is the 4 cylinder engine!

    Does anyone know if seafoam would work with this engine or improve the MPG?
     
  2. May 31, 2021 at 7:28 PM
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  3. May 31, 2021 at 7:29 PM
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    I don’t like the stuff. Try this. B9717EE0-84E9-45FC-8C99-6346BA34C704.jpg
     
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  4. May 31, 2021 at 8:20 PM
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    I'm assuming you've already done it, but have you done spark plugs, wires, air filter, etc?

    I would think that if there was something you could add to gas to improve fuel economy they would already be putting it in there. :notsure:
     
  5. May 31, 2021 at 9:19 PM
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    I've tried the air filter. I replaced it, while it isn't as breathable as the K&N air filter I had before, I want cleaner air over having more of it. I haven't touched the engine or done any treatments, so its still stock (apart from wearable items). Spark plugs were replaced recently with good quality ones.
     
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    Personally I don't use additives in my vehicles as I do not know of their long term effects. As for Seafoam, Project Farm on YouTube has number of videos on Seafoam.
     
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