Fuel Additives (69 items found)

Over time, your engine may begin to lose efficiency due to wear and tear and exposure to the elements. Fortunately, the right fuel treatments can help you restore it. With a variety of products available online and in stores, Ace Hardware can help you find the best motor treatment for engines powered by gasoline, diesel and small engine fuel.

Explore Common Fuel Additives

Fuel additives are liquids that you add to your fuel tank to enhance the performance of your vehicle. There are many types available, and each has a different purpose. Your engine might benefit from:

• Octane booster: Octane is a major indicator of fuel stability. The higher the number, the more stable the fuel is. Higher octane fuel is generally better quality overall. Octane boosters change fuel so that it can withstand more heat and pressure to optimize vehicle performance.
• Fuel stabilizer: When gasoline or small engine fuel sits in a tank for a long period of time, it can begin to break down, causing your equipment or vehicle to lose efficiency. Fuel stabilizers slow down this process to help fuel remain potent. Consider adding a fuel stabilizer any time that you will be storing an automobile or piece of equipment for a prolonged period.
• Water remover: Condensation that builds up in a fuel tank can contribute to corrosion and result in ice blockage formation during the winter months. A water remover helps lower condensation levels to prevent this problem.
• Fuel system cleaner: Over time, residues can build up in a fuel system and hinder performance. Fuel system cleaners flush out fuel systems and make deposits less likely to accumulate in the future.

Discover Oil Additives for Motor Treatment

Motor oil is one of the most important fluids and lubricants used in automobile engines and other engines. Its job as a lubricant is to help all the parts in an engine move. Oil additives can make motor oil more effective. Oil additives include:

• Viscosity index improvers: A motor treatment that thins out oil to help it move through engines more effectively.
• Detergents: Additives that remove deposits and sludge from engines to reduce the risk of backups and leaks.
• Corrosion inhibitors: Compounds that counteract the effects of moisture to lower the likelihood of engine rust.
• Antioxidants: Substances that inhibit the breakdown of motor oil due to the presence of oxygen.

Most motor oil additives are combination products that contain one or more of the above. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual to find out which ones are recommended for your engine.

Get Help Selecting Fuel Treatments at Ace

There are many fuel treatments available on the market but choosing one for your engine is easy with help from Ace. Head to your local Ace store to get assistance from one of our knowledgeable associates who can help you compare motor treatment options and select the best one for your vehicle or equipment. If you already know that you need a specific type of product like a water remover or a fuel stabilizer, find the ideal solution fast by shopping our assortment of fuel additives from brands like Star Brite, STA-BIL and STP.