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Sat Mar 03, 2007 10:27 pm

I put about a 1/3 container of SeaFoam into 8 gallons of gas for the first time ever - and now I am leaking gas like a siv....I could smell gas from my front door....is this typical - do i need a new tank or door I need new gaskets or what????

Sat Mar 03, 2007 11:11 pm

What's Seafoam?

Sat Mar 03, 2007 11:17 pm

i like to pour that shit in the carb and run up and down the street pourin smoke.....

SEA FOAM MOTOR TREATMENT for Gas Engine Applications

100% Pure Petroleum
Use in All Engines in All Seasons
2 Cycle, 4 Cycle, and Diesels
Treats 3 Critical Areas: Gas Tank, Fuel Systems, and Crankcase

Cleans fuel injectors
Cleans carburetor jets
Cleans carbon
Stabilizes fuels
Upper cylinder lube
Removes moisture in fuel
De-icer
Frees sticky lifters
Frees sticky rings
Removes moisture in oil
Cleans P.C.V. systems
Cleans catalytic converter odors
Oxygen sensor safe

How Many Mechanics Use SEA FOAM
In Tune-Up of 4 Cycle Gasoline Carbureted or Fuel Injected Engines
Autos, Trucks, and Tractors
With engine warm, slowly pour 1/3 to 1/2 pint through carburetor or throttle body throat. (If vehicle is port injected slowly pour SEA FOAM through direct manifold vacuum line that will feed all cylinders, possible sources are P.C.V. valve or brake booster line.) This will pull SEA FOAM down on top of the pistons and to the back of the intake valves to dissolve carbon. Turn ignition off. Restart engine after 5 minutes. If severe carbon build up is apparent, use more Sea Foam as previously directed. Make sure exhaust is well ventilated when using Sea Foam in these various ways as fumes will be extreme for a short time.
Pour 1/3 to 1/2 pint into oil crank case to clean rings, lifters, dirty parts and remove moisture.
Pour 1/3 to 1 full pint into fuel tank to clean injectors, carburetor jets, fuel lines and remove moisture.
Immediate Results: Smoother idle, increased R.P.M.'s better throttle response and improved performance. See label on can for detailed results for use in each area.
FUEL TANK, CARBURETOR, INJECTION and OIL CRANKCASE.

For Peak Performance, Use SEA FOAM Every 2,000 to 5,000 Miles

A 100% pure petroleum product for use in all gasoline and diesel type engines, both 2 and 4 cycle. OXYGEN SENSOR SAFE.
Cleans dirty engine parts internally by removing harmful gums, varnish and carbon. WORKS AND PERFORMS INSTANTLY.
Removes moisture from oil crankcases and fuel tanks.
Stabilizes and conditions fuels. Use for engine storage.
Cure hesitations, stalls, pings and rough idle due to carbon buildup.
Helps pass emissions test. EPA Registered.
When Used Thru Injection or Carburetor

Cleans carbon build up
Cleans intake valves and pistons
Gives smoother idle
Cleans catalytic converter odors
Cures hesitations and pings
Restores power and pickup
With warm engine running, SLOWLY poor 1/2 pint through carburator, throttle body or direct manifold vacuum line that will feed ALL CYLINDERS. Possible sources are P.C.V. valve or brake booster line. Turn ignition off. Restart engine after 5 minutes. Be sure exhaust is well ventilated. Fumes will be extreme for a short period of time.
For use in injector cleaning machines, use 50% SEA FOAM and 50% fuel.
Fill diesel filters with SEA FOAM to clean injectors fast.
When Added to Crankcase (Oil)

Frees sticky lifters and rings
Increases R.P.M.'s vacuum and compression
Cleans dirty parts
Removes moisture
Cleans PCV valve systems

One pint treats 10 quarts of oil (avg. 1 1/2 ounce per quart).

When Added to Fuel Tank
Cleans fuel injectors and carburetor jets
Cleans carbon as you drive
Lubricates upper cylinders
De-ices and removes moisture
Diesel full conditioner and anti gel
Stabilizes fuel
One pint treats 8-25 gallons of fuel (average 1 ounce per gallon).

In Injector Cleaning Machines

Add a 50/50 blend of fuel and SEA FOAM into injector cleaning machine. Run directly through the fuel rails to clean injectors fast. Add SEA FOAM to your fuel tank to clean injectors as you drive.

Sat Mar 03, 2007 11:17 pm

whats a siv?

Sat Mar 03, 2007 11:19 pm

codycat wrote: I put about a 1/3 container of SeaFoam into 8 gallons of gas for the first time ever - and now I am leaking gas like a siv....I could smell gas from my front door....is this typical - do i need a new tank or door I need new gaskets or what????

first step.

find the leak.

Sun Mar 04, 2007 2:47 am

ivsamhell wrote: whats a siv?

I'm guessing he meant "sieve", and that this miracle foam cleaned out the varnish that was plugging the holes in his tank. :lol:

Sun Mar 04, 2007 7:23 am

Yeah, that's what happened- SeaFoam is good stuff. But it will free up gunk that has been holding your frail fuel system together for the last few years. Then it leaks, stuff clogs (like fuel filters). Upside is that now you will have a more solid fuel system. Honestly, I use SeaFoam in most everything I bring in. Not running right? Seems tired? Try seafoam. Nothing to lose. 1/3 in gas, 1/3 in crank oil, 1/3 down carb or TB. Runn it around, then have a look. Works great in the Soobs!

Sun Mar 04, 2007 8:32 am

Proof that SeaFoam works! :wink:

Sun Mar 04, 2007 1:24 pm

YES I MEANT SIEVE - with that said - it looks to be leaking underneath in two spots - how do I track down the leak? i'm not sure where exactly it's leaking from although I know due to gravity it's leaking underneath...

Sun Mar 04, 2007 1:40 pm

There is a recessed area under the tank (where the fuel line connects). Water in the tank will sink to the lowest spot in the tank (ie. this recessed area) and rust it out over many years. You can either replace the tank or have a radiator shop patch it.

Sun Mar 04, 2007 1:42 pm

clean/ dry the bottom and observe

Sun Mar 04, 2007 10:17 pm

dont weld it.. lol, bad experiance.

Mon Mar 05, 2007 2:51 pm

where can i get some "siv' #-o
I mean sea foam :)

Mon Mar 05, 2007 3:05 pm

alright already about 'siv' :wink: most any auto part store has it...

Mon Mar 05, 2007 3:10 pm

I'm a little scared to put any in with my oil :? has anyone tried that? It says it can go in - but after my fuel leak - I don't know :shock:

Mon Mar 05, 2007 3:48 pm

i ran it in my oil long enough to get it hot then changed it.

lost the engine bout a week later, but i knew it was on its way out, just tryin to save it.

before that the oil looked like a mixture of black paint and tar.....

also ive welded plenty of fuel tanks. its kind of a given to make sure all fuel and fumes are long gone first...

Mon Mar 05, 2007 3:55 pm

I think I am going the 'radiator shop' direction for the tank - and I understand I need to make sure they DO NOT drill a hole at the bottom....re: SeaFoam in oil - are you saying don't risk it?

Sat Nov 24, 2007 3:34 am

My ghia sat for 4 or 5 years and had some junk in the tank - I sea foamed it and changed the filter a few times. Before I added sea foam it would die every so often. Since, not once. I put some in my oil but I seemed to get the best result from adding it to the gas. I also have a 66 Ford Falcon Clubwagon that I put the bad gas from my cornfield find vw bus in it and it wouldn't burn it. :shock:

Then I added some gas and seafoam and burned it on through. Mixes the bad with the good so it will burn.

two thumbs up on the seafoam

One time I put a little in my coffee.. and ....

Sat Nov 24, 2007 5:59 am

What year is your bug? You might be better off just getting a new tank. I know the aftermarket tanks can be questionable, but it might be better then having a patched up rusted out original.

Sat Nov 24, 2007 6:14 am

Seafoam is good stuff. If you have a throttle body car - it will prevent the throttle body from sticking and causing a messed up idle. Not much advantage using it in a VW but it will help clean the lacquer and gunk out of the fuel system (carb). It also acts as a fuel stabilizer. An aircooled engine will operate cooler on the premium gas. I do not run the ethonol..for what that is worth.