Slick 50 Recharged

[mlupone]

I've heard that if your oil pan is painted that slick 50 will erode the paint and cause clogs. Does anyone know if my 2004 Suburban has such an oil pan? I few on-line forums seem to identify other smaller/compact cars but not big vehicles/v-8/etc. Does anyone know?

 

[wjburken]

I've heard that if your oil pan is painted that slick 50 will erode the paint and cause clogs. Does anyone know if my 2004 Suburban has such an oil pan? I few on-line forums seem to identify other smaller/compact cars but not big vehicles/v-8/etc. Does anyone know?

I wouldn’t use Slick 50 either way. Not a big fan of additives. Quality oil is all you should need.

 

[Doubeleive]

I've heard that if your oil pan is painted that slick 50 will erode the paint and cause clogs. Does anyone know if my 2004 Suburban has such an oil pan? I few on-line forums seem to identify other smaller/compact cars but not big vehicles/v-8/etc. Does anyone know?

GM oil pans are not painted inside or out, unless someone painted it on purpose. **it's possible some older gm pans were painted black (maybe)
either way that crap is snake oil, useless

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

You are already receiving sage advice from the knowledgeable folks on this Forum.

I fully agree with the above comments. Do not put any oil additives in your motor.

 

[swathdiver]

I've heard that if your oil pan is painted that slick 50 will erode the paint and cause clogs. Does anyone know if my 2004 Suburban has such an oil pan? I few on-line forums seem to identify other smaller/compact cars but not big vehicles/v-8/etc. Does anyone know?

Don't know the answer to your question. I can attest that the original stuff works. My buddy who at the time was a Sergeant with the Broward Sheriff's Office did extensive tests with it on their fleet of patrol cars back in the late 80s or early 90s.

 

[SnowDrifter]

Don't use it.

Causes issues in the long term. Will deposit material in the pan and in passages, reducing flow with extended use.

These motors will go 300k with basic maintenance. What are you trying to solve for?