Additive Test Time for Classic and Vintage Cars

Emissions test problems resolved without the need for remedial work

Classic and vintage car restorer H Engineering, of Tunbridge Wells in Kent, is using additives to ensure its customers always enjoy the smoothest possible ride. After the body of an aging vehicle has been restored to its original condition and looks good, owners become more sensitive to engine performance, but rectification doesn’t have to be expensive:

“After years of motor racing I’ve learned how to get the best performance out of an engine. I know what is possible from an additive,” he says. “A lot of engine performance issues and emissions test problems are caused by clogged fuel injectors. With the right product and a good test run, it can be a quick fix in many cases,” he says.

Most of the restored cars at H Engineering are given the Lucas Oil Deep Clean treatment:

“The entire fuel system is cleaned including the combustion chamber. It purges all the carbon deposits. That improves the burn and increases fuel efficiency at the same time,” he adds.

Lucas Oil says the product was designed to reduce harmful NOx emissions and that’s a key benefit for H Engineering at MOT time:

“Once we’ve restored cars, we are often asked to maintain them and put them through the MOT. Deep Clean is our ‘go to additive’ solution - especially if the engine is likely to be a borderline emission test case.”