Blue Devil Oil Stop Leak - Product Review (Andy’s Garage: Episode - 274)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video Andy Phillips puts Blue Devil Oil Stop Leak to the test. Pouring this product into a vehicle with a bad oil leak...will it really work??? Check out this step by step video reviewing this product and using it as the directions recommend.
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One bottle up to six quarts. My trailblazer uses seven quarts, so I put a bottle and a half in it and followed the directions. I did it after I gave it an oil change. Going on three weeks now and zero oil leaks.
Do you fill the crankcase with product before refilling with oil?
I added two full bottles to a 5 quart engine, and the oil level actually increases as I drive. Jk the product does work though.
I have an Audi A3 with 155k miles, and I used Blue Devil Engine Revive to raise the engine pressure, and it also fixed a horrible oil leak I had LOL This thing is amazing 👌
Will, I don't see the Revive product on Amazon. Is it discontinued? Did they change the name? Thank you.
@florenbaron7111 You are right. I don't see it on Amazon. I bought it from AutoZone, and they still have this product. I can not tell for sure if they change the name of it. I used Blue Devil Engine Revive on my 2013 VW Tiguan, and it also fixed the low pressure issue that is so common on TFSI/FSI engines. Audi A3 and VW Tiguan have the same engine.
@@florenbaron7111 It is available on AutoZone. You are right, Amazon doesn't have this product, I'm not sure if they changed the name. Cheers.
A mechanic charged me $3000 to replace my rear main sealer rings. I said ok ill come back, then went to autozone brought this Blue Devil and fixed the problem for $8.
Just so you know that doesn’t fix the problem, you still have a leak, you just put a bandaid on it
@@mcld4214 It's been 3 years, i'll keep the bandaid on.
@@valrestaino8478 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@valrestaino8478 still going strong? Debating on getting it until I can get another vehicle so I can start tearing apart my thunderbird
@@DoubleKlutchRacing yea it's been almost 2 years since i added blue devil in my car, still driving, no oil leaks. it's a bandage but that bandage hold on for 2 years now and i saved $2,992.
I have used this very stop leak on my zero-turn mower and F150 pickup to successfully repair leaks, including Blue Devil's Hydraulic Stop Leak. Worth every penny. 👍
You do it for 2 hours straight or you just drove it as you needed to
This is a polymer which rejuvenates the gaskets or rubber seals to make them swell back to like when they were new. It doesn't work on cork gaskets but rubber only. It's not like other stop leaks which use particles of some kind to fill in holes or cracks, but you have to be careful with those because they can stop up oil passages if you use to much or have a dirty engine. This clear liquid is a lot safer. Blue Devil will work but you just have to give it time.
Another thing to consider. In older engines when the oil leaks begin, seal problems but why? Check the crankcase pressure. Piston rings can wear leading to blow-by and high pressure in the crankcase that the seals were never made to stand up to. A look at the pcv valve to see if it is plugged or showing signs of leakage around it's mount seal can offer clues. Oil cap off, hand over opening to check for the feel of higher pressure.
It this product help guide valve seals too?
I have never had to use Blue Devil Oil Stop Leak, but I used Blue Devil Power Steering Fluid Leak, and it worked 100% in my case. I was not expecting it to work at all when I bought it, but it was cheap enough to try it.... I was totally blown away by the results as the Power Steering leak completely stopped. I am writing this, because I am about to purchase Blue Devil Oil Stop Leak for the first time and if it works in my case, I will never seek another product other than Blue Devil. That last experience totally blew me away with the results. That was YEARS AGO! I can't wait to try Blue Devil Oil Stop Leak in my my vehicle with over a quarter of a million miles and the engine and transmission runs beautiful even with that small oil leak.
Did it work! Hopefully it did I'm curious
I used before that product is the best it works like a champion I recommend to everybody 👌 💯
I am going to try the transmission stop leak on my 89 Ford Ranger. My mechanic recommended taking it to a transmission shop to have it rebuilt (A4LD Transmission) so I am going to try this and hope it helps some. Although I do have the money to get it rebuilt, I am hoping this will buy me some time to save up some money just for the rebuild.
I really appreciate your videos. Helps me to decide what may work without spending money and time.
I know a lot of people criticize video but I like it because theres no bull****
These types of products are always fun to try out! Thanks for the video testing it👍
You’re welcome, and thanks for the comment 👍
Can this work on an oil pan gasket leak?
@@mrobinzine no this only swells rubber, so shaft seals valve cover etc, it can be used in the engine, transmission, differential and power steering
Worked for my 4 cylinder oil pan leak. Pleased with the results
Just out of curiosity, when did you notice the leak stopped? Did mine for an oil pan leak a few hours ago and just checked to find it still leaking
Possible you can replace the crankcase pvc valve could help. If that’s what releases excess crankcase pressure or maybe called something else
It looks like the transmission was leaking. That why there was different color drips. If that’s true your trans needs the additive.
I would clean under the car after adding it. Oil drips can happen for days dripping off frame. After a oil change the frame gets wet with oil and drips for days
Thanks for the feedback 👍
Yeah that’s a great point.
The leak is definitely worse than before you added blue devil, the first leak test was oil streaks, the other 2 tests were puddles large enough to create larger streaks than the first.
Same for me.
I lost an engine trying this stuff once.
Same here, this shit is garbage. Leaks way more after using
@@natemiller7841 I lost a Toyota Corolla 4AFE engine to it.
Thank you for posting this video. I'm going to sound like a total idiot but the reason why I needed this video was it kind of freaked me out when I poured the product in and it looked like I poured a glass of water usually oil additives look a little bit like oil at least lol.
Not knowing the source of the larger leak, just wanted to mention Blue Devil has a stop leak specifically for the rear main seal.
In my experience, both Lucas and Blue Devil work *completely* for minor leaks (a few drops of oil a day) but only partly for anything worse than that.
It has been good in my Saab for mild seepage. The engine is 15 years old and has 150,000 miles on it so it is wearing out.
i have a pan oil leak- it helped alot 1st bottle- it was drip every 10 feet. it slowed it down alot, 2 days later.. added another bottle,,, i MUST SAY , IT APPEARS TO HAVE COMPLETELY STOPPED LEAK, BUT NEED ONE MORE DAY TO TEST...OIL PAN REPAIR 500-
Great feedback…thanks
I have a moderate oil leak in my 2000 Ford taurus. This product did nothing, same as before. Didnt expect a miracle but expected some improvement.'
You could try a second application and see if that helps.
@@PhillipsVision I also got numerous false oil low pressure light warnings at idle shortly after application. I think I'm done with it. Lucas didnt work either. The leak isnt that bad so i guess i live with it.
Got a 2013 bmw x5
Needed oul rings
Psid $9 bucks ....20k miles later still good
No one ever talks about valve cover gaskets???
Maybe is to late now but maybe put in top of that AT-205 Re-Seal by atp automotive
Blue devil fixes head gaskets! Frfr
AT205 Reseal is the best stuff out there, but hard to find
_Scared me the first time I used it because I thought someone put water in it!🗣😂😂 I expected it to be like maple syrup lol._
ME TOO- FUNNY
I HAVE A BAAD OIL PAN LEAK , IT SEEMS LIKE 2 BOTTLES REAlly helps better than one- ill update again soonoi
Same here
I'll try it I have a crank seal that has a slow drip might work
Did it work??
@@salvadorzavala6110 I used it the next day a lifter went out and the needle baring's from it got sucked into the oil pump and took out the whole engine . i know its probably just a coincidence are bad luck are something but will never use it again
Dump another bottle in it 👍🏼
You should comment further... Did the leaks stop after more driving? - Your viewers would appreciate a response!.
Thanks and best wishes.
No they did not. The leak continues
@@PhillipsVision Try AT 250 RESEAL...
I used a bottle and a half along with some ring seal to stop my rear main seal leak. . Used to go through 4 quarts in a week. Now it hardly goes through any
NICE,I'm hoping the same for my 08 Sequoia.
@@mercedesbenzs600bash hopefully it works out. Might take awhile
@@VcArena Yeah man,I'll let you know,but I'm using AT 205 RESEAL for my rear main seal oil leak,I didn't hear about Blue DEVIL at the time or i mightve tried it...
Which is better AT205 or this stuff
@@gregreed402 unfortunately i don't have a definite answer since I mixed both.
Brake fluid will swell seals also so I'm thinking it may be something similar
im glad I watched this video
I have a 1994 Ford Ranger and I've been experiencing a mild to heavy oil leak.
With it being 2023, should I still purchase this product and apply it to my engine or just put Forderick in the shop and let them take care of it for me ??
All suggestions are welcome!
I would recommend trying this first, it may solve your problem. If it’s too bad, then you will need to get it addressed.
As I am dealing with this exact same issue with the same result, and watching this video of the before and after it occurred to me that these products do work but if all the smaller leaks are closed by the expansion of the rubber seals the crankcase pressure will force the oil to the largest hole it can find, thus the larger puddle at the end of the video. It may be an idea to replace the PCV valve when doing this and seeing if this alleviates it at all.
more like a 5, I just purchase that product before watching this video. damn it Jim...
The leak got worse from the second test. The amount of oil in the third test is equal to before it was put in. I believe the sealer says if it doesn’t work it needs mechanical repairs, this is how these snake oils get out of refunding your money!
Thanks for the video
Would you say this is the best oil stop leak for an AIR COOLED VW Bus engine?. Or is there a better product for air cooled engines?. Thanks.
This one did not work too well for me. If it’s a leak due to a gasket it should work but if it’s a crack then it must be fixed
This video is commendable honestly, my question is that is it only engine oil leaks or transmission oil as well?
My is ford edge 2008 model and have been having issues with my seal leakage at the output shaft
Oil only; they make a separate one for transmission leaks
Think this would work in a old 50's TO-35 Massey that is leaking hydraulic fluid (90w) oil out the front seal? BTW it holds 6 gallons (24-28quarts) of oil
I would call or email the company...
You might wanna call a straight up rocket scientist
Had my oil changed. They said I have a small leak. 2003 Chevy Malibu. It waa only down 1 quart so they said it was a small leak. I never see any oil under my car when I move it. Would this be worth it to try this?
Yeah, it might solve your issue👍
Mite not be a leak mite be burning up oil
Blue Devil didn't stop my leaks on 2004 Jeep Rubicon with 138,000 miles on it.
Try AT 250 RESEAL...
@@mercedesbenzs600bash I tried that too but still leaks.
@@RO-dj8dp Where exactly is your leak coming from???
@@mercedesbenzs600bash Small leak from rear main seal.
@@RO-dj8dp Thats unfortunate those 2 products didn't work,im thinking that seal must be pretty worn and it most likely needs to be replaced or try the treatment one more time..
Countach in the garage 🤯
It’s a factory built replica that I’m restoring. I have over 50 videos on my channel documenting the progress if you’re interested
@@PhillipsVision definitely gonna check it out
@@Thehandsomehustler thank you 🙏
@@PhillipsVision welcome
Fair review 👌, I'll f with blue devil
It's a good product. I've used several of their products including this one with 100% success.
Great explanation but where is your eye pro or gloves, what a storm trooper
Sir, I'm your subscriber from Indonesia, I saw your video, is it true that the product you are using can't solve the leak in the rear oil seal (the oil seal section of the crankshaft). My car uses Isuzu C 190 engine. Do I have to disassemble the transmission to change the oil seal? Thank you, I'm waiting for your answer
First, thanks for the support👍 In your case you will probably need to replace the seal in order to properly fix the leak.
Will Blue Devil work for a power steering leak?
@@user-gf3op7kr1p not this product, you need to find one for the power steering system
according to reviews, it works 75%of the time.
I just bought the stuff. Let's see.
I have a 2005 Honda Accord with small oil leak. I took it to a mechanic and I was told it’s the valve cover gasket. Will this work for that issue?
Maybe. Some valve cover gaskets are rubber and I’m not sure how this will work with that.
the rear differential of my 1990 Nissan Trade is leaking into the brake system, could I try and use this product for it?
No, this goes into the crank case which does not enter the differential. You’ll need to drain the differential and replace the gasket.
Good review. Thanks. Do you change the oil or just leave it in until its time for your next oil change?
Leave it in, and add it again at the next oil change
@@PhillipsVision Thanks for the clarification, adding hours to the instructions sounded like you need to take it out after that time.
@@PhillipsVision Now I heard get the oil changed first,then add it in,and don't add another bottle,but hopefully the 2nd wont hurt anything...
You keep adding it? Are you sure? Who told you to do that? The bottle doesn’t say that.
I have a valve cover gasket oil leak
In my ford Taurus 2011 with 150,xxx
Miles . There is nothing wrong with the rest of the engine just the valves cover gasket leak
U think is safe to use it on my ford Taurus?
I don’t want to damage other parts inside the engine.
I wouldn’t use this on a valve cover gasket. This is more for other seals. Valve cover gaskets are not that hard to replace and don’t cost much. I would recommend just replacing it.
Thanks
Hope you can give me some advice, please. I have a 2008 Hummer H2 and it's leaking like your first picture if not more. Can't find the exact location of the leak at all. Do you think this could work on my H2? Thank you for your time.
You can try it, you may have better luck than I did.
Thank you for the fast response 👍 Appreciate it very much.
So if my vehicle has 5 quarts of oil, do I add 4.75q of oil then the 8oz of stop leak? I just don’t want to overfil 😅
Yes, that would work
Where is he pouring it ? In the oil spot ?
@@MooseeMoney yes, in the crankcase
Seems to be no improvement at all...just diverted leaking through the area it failed to seal????
Let me know if ever find something that stop oil leak bc I really need to my fix suv
Thx
Try AT 250 RESEAL
do you think it will work on camshaft seal, I had timing belt replaced on honda 2.2, and they often mess up on camshaft seal
Not sure, you could try it
Thanks for the video but I also read there's cons for using this. Pros and cons
I got a 91 Ford f350. Can I still use this stuff after oil change. I changed my oil 2 months ago.
Yes, just add it to your oil
Will this product help when oil is leaking through my catalytic converters?
@@hiramwright4297 Maybe, depending how bad of a leak. In some cases a repair will be needed
I’ve got external head gasket oil leak-4cyl civic. Will this work or what should I use?
If you have a blown head gasket, try Blue Devil’s Head Gasket Product. Here’s my product review th-cam.com/video/VRc-3JvJ_kI/w-d-xo.html
I have that product now but I do not know here the engine crank case is which is where my bottle of blue devil says to pour it in. If anyone could please help direct me??
I have an oil leak of a 2002 mazda tribute. It is leaking into the exhaust which causes a lot of smoke under the truck as well as from the tail pipe.
Those are probably valve stem seals
I am thinking that if your seal has a crack in it this produce will not work as good as it would on a complete old seal that has no physical cracks (torn). Just saying. Buy worth a try.
Is it added with every oil change or only once with new oil?
I believe they recommend at every oil change
If I were to use this product cause of oil leak should I add more oil before adding bluedevil inside before operating or should I just add the blue devil? (Help please)
Add Blue Devil, then top off with the correct oil capacity BEFORE running the engine. If you just put Blue Devil and no oil, you’ll destroy your engine
@@PhillipsVision Thank you!!!
Hi,
Really informative video.
I have a 2005 Volvo XC70 that’s leaking some oil. I replaced the oil cooler and it helped stop most of the leak but, I still have some drops. The Volvo mechanic said it has a chemical gasket not rubber. Will this product help at all?
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Not sure. These stop leaks work by causing the gaskets to swell and close the breaks.
I have a 2006 volvo s40 2.4 liter I noticed it has been leaking a good bit in one spot when it’s parked after driving it it’s got a good size puddle maybe losing a guard in a half a day right now but what can I use to try and fix it before replacing maybe the rear main seal are front seal I’m sure that it’s one of them car runs strong no check imagine light is on so I’m sure this is major but wanna get it fixed right away any suggestions
@@danielteague5012 you could try this product, or other stop leaks. If they don’t work, you’ll need to replace the gaskets
Can I use this on a motorcycle? If I can should I use the whole bottle?
I don’t see why not, but you may want to confirm capacity with the manufacturer
Id throw another bottle in for good measure
Thanks for Honest video but can Bule Devil hurm or Glog the engine can Blue Devil I'm your motor ejected ?
if your glep, turds can flip the burger bleck
Would this work on a stripped oil pan? It only leaks a few drops after the car started to cool down
It sure, this is more for seals and gaskets
Can you use Blue Devil with Rislone High Mileage Ring Seal
It's been a yr now did it work by now
No, but in all fairness the main issue was was a bad gasket leak
Dodgey Brothers!
Do you use it with a fresh oil change or it doesn't matter??
I would use this, or any other additive at the time of an oil change if possible
I used the blue devil bloc sealer pour n go like was recommended to me by these videos and a mechanic friend and now I need an entire new engine and other parts which is going to cost me $10,000, (ten thousand dollars!) to fix! I’m financially ruined and my credit destroyed. Do not use this product do not use this at all or you will regret it!
That's weird because I had a cracked block because I had water in my radiator during the winter time I forgot to put antifreeze in it luckily the freeze plugs did their job but it still cracked the block a little bit and I put some block sealer in my truck and it look like it welded the crack, I drove it for another 2 years before I wrecked it I don't remember if it was the Blue devil brand though .
@@TKD187 i don’t man but I’m pretty pissed 😡
Will this work on a 2009 ford escape is not leaking too much
@@rositav.2193 it should
Do you have to actually drive your car around for 1 to 2 hours or can you just let it idle for 1 to 2 hours?
For it to work you’ll have to follow how the directions specify
@@PhillipsVision update! I let it idol for about an hour ( revving the motor up about every 15 minutes) . The product stopped the leaks and engine actually feels like it has a little more pep! Thank u sir.😃
@@ean1243
yeah right
Can you use this for valve cover gaskets ????
It should help
@@PhillipsVision that’s what I’m thinking 🤔
Will this stop the rear main seal from leaking also
It might but it all depends on the severity
@PhillipsVision just wondering because Blue Devil also sells a rear main seal also to stop leaks not sure why they have both
Can someone please tell me if this will work on valve cover? Tia
How much oil were you leaking before. 1qt a week? 1 qt a month?
What about 2014 ford escape ?
Can you use 2 bottles at a time for 7 -8 quarts of 🪔 oil
Yes
So u have to drive the car can you have it idle for 2 hours
I don’t see why not as long as you get the RPMs up to operating performance
which product did you like better.... Lucas or blue devil?
Blue Devil
@@PhillipsVision ive treid all 3 , bars, lucus blue devil works best
@@poolpoolification I found that the case with other additives/sealants as well. Blue Devil works best
Ok
Leak appears to have stopped completly.im amazed.
Will now cancel 500 repair
My transmission leaks where it joins with the angine, will this work for me? If yes, where must I put it, in the transmission mouth or?
No, I would use the Blue Devil Transmission Stop Leak. That is made for the transmission.
What will that cost for Fordrick
Do you pour where the oil goes??
Yes, into the crank case
Will this blue devil 😈 👿 stop the leaking in my semi Volvo 2015 gear case and do I pour it directly in my engine oil ?
Try AT-205 by ATP
Id give it a 3
I have no leak on the ground. I am not replacing oil, (I do oil change when needed) but I see oil around my engine block. Will this work for me?
It should since it will cause any gaskets and seals to swell
When do you actually add the regular oil into your engine if you are changing your oil and wanting to use this product? Do you run the engine for two hours with no oil and just the blue devil or mix the two then run for two hours????
You never want to run your engine without the proper oil levels. If you add this stop leak, make sure you have you oil capacity full otherwise you’ll damage your engine
@@PhillipsVision thanks! that is exactly what I thought!
Did nobody recognize the lambo countach in the garage????
It’s a replica that I’m restoring
Will this stop oil getting to turbo
Do you pour it in the oil tank? In a 10 min, except that most important information, you spoke everything else.
I have a 2013 Ford Escape with a cam seal leak that sprays oil all over the timing belt if the engine rpms get too high (over 5,000) that causes the engine to overheat and either cut out or go into limp mode. I also can't use the AC and we're in the middle of a heat wave! I'm an Uber driver so can't really afford the cost it would be to have this repaired or the time it would take to do it. I wonder if this stuff might help?
Hard to say. My opinion is that this product is good for small leaks; it sounds like yours is a bigger issue. You can try it, but yours might require a mechanic.