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May 2015

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May 2015 | Overdrive | 51 EQUIPMENT SPOTLIGHT Coolants and additives The evolution of heavy-duty diesel engines has led to many types of coolants and additives, some required for specifi c power units. Because engines have to do tough jobs, sometimes in tough environments, providing them with quality protection is a must to maintain optimal performance. BY DEAN SMALLWOOD Shell nitrite-free coolant Shell Rotella Extended Life Coolant-Nitrite Free is designed for nitrite-free engine anti- freeze/coolant formulations to help protect aluminum components. It is formulated to provide more heat transfer as well as added cavitation and related damage protection on cylinder liners. The coolant also can help extend water pump and radiator life. Shell Lubricants, rotella.com U.S. Lube Oil Enhancer U.S. Lube Oil Enhancer is an additive formulated to raise oil pressure, improve engine power and protect engine oil from heat and corrosion. Made of 100 percent petroleum stocks, Oil Enhancer is available in quart and gallon containers. D&M Global Marketing, uslube.us Amsoil additives Amsoil Diesel Injector Clean and Amsoil Diesel Injector Clean-Cold Flow both feature new formula- tions designed to clean tough-to-remove deposits in modern high-pressure common-rail diesel injec- tors as well as traditional deposits found in older- generation injectors. Amsoil, amsoil.com Howes Fuel Enhancer Howes Fuel Enhancer for fuel system main- tenance is formulated with the company's proprietary blends of oil and additives designed to help clean injectors, dissolve carbon, enhance combus- tion, increase power, lubricate piston rings and reduce heat and friction. The fuel enhancer is compli- ant with ultra-low- sulfur fuel use. Howes Lubricator, howeslube.com Lubegard protectant Lubegard's Engine Protectant, Gear Protectant and Power Transfer Protectant are formu- lated with LXE technology to join negative polarity and positive polarity, creating a bond that offers lubrication and anti-wear protection for post-warranty engines. Lubegard, lubegard.com Hot Shot's Secret additive Hot Shot's Secret is formulated to remove coking and varnish- ing building left behind from overheating engine oil. The product is designed to help prolong injector life and impede slow startup, rough idling, hesi- tation and lack of power. Lubrication Specialties, hotshotssecret.com

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