Terraclean the truth is out there!

rich17865 · 16th September 2012, 19:08

For us in the North West that attended Vindaloo's meet on Saturday you will already know what this is about. For those who didn't go, read on.

We had a meet at Atherton Car Safety Centre where the owner Chris offered a free Terraclean as a raffle prize.

A number of us also chose to have a Terraclean done on our cars. The cost was slightly reduced for the day as an incentive and was £65 for petrol and £70 for diesel.

I am the first person who would slam these sort of things into the ground as 'snake oil' but found the following results after the Terraclean process.

Dramatically reduced engine noise at idle and speed
Dramatically reduced vibration at idle and speed
Noticeable improvement in torque
Reduction in turbo lag
Autobox changing up earlier
Little or no improvement in fuel consumption

I did promise Chris that I would tell others what I thought of the Terraclean and to be honest it has made the car more of a pleasure to drive and less of a clunky, noisy, rattley diesel and a much more refined and pleasant unit.

So, and this was the question I was asking myself before having it done, is it worth the money?

One short answer, and of course in my opinion,

Yes.

I would be interested to find out what other people who have had it done think too.

vindaloo · 16th September 2012, 19:17

Thanks for the report Rich & I'll be sure to pass your comments onto Chris tomorrow.
I had my CDT Tourer treated about 2 weeks ago at Chris's and noticed the car was smoother with better throttle response and more torque on tap. I didn't notice mine was any quieter but after hearing yours running today, I do agree yours was as sweet as a nut on tick over.
I think for the cost of just an oil change, I too think it's probably worth it.

Greeners · 16th September 2012, 19:30

I'm sure Edd China used in on Wheeler Dealers XK8 and the results were very impressive.

scouseeric · 16th September 2012, 19:37

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Originally Posted by vindaloo

Thanks for the report Rich & I'll be sure to pass your comments onto Chris tomorrow.
I had my CDT Tourer treated about 2 weeks ago at Chris's and noticed the car was smoother with better throttle response and more torque on tap. I didn't notice mine was any quieter but after hearing yours running today, I do agree yours was as sweet as a nut on tick over.
I think for the cost of just an oil change, I too think it's probably worth it.

May get mine done at the next meet there Jim, (hint hint)

when all other jobs completed!

Eric

vindaloo · 16th September 2012, 19:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greeners

I'm sure Edd China used in on Wheeler Dealers XK8 and the results were very impressive.

Yes he did, but he is being paid by the UK importers to promote the product, so opinions of real owners are more reliable IMHO.

Greeners · 16th September 2012, 19:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by vindaloo

Yes he did, but he is being paid by the UK importers to promote the product, so opinions of real owners are more reliable IMHO.

I was guaging it on the test readings before and after

vindaloo · 16th September 2012, 19:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by scouseeric

May get mine done at the next meet there Jim, (hint hint)

when all other jobs completed!

Eric

As everyone seemed to enjoy the meet on Saturday and we had such a good turn out, I'll probably organise another meet there in the Spring.

vindaloo · 16th September 2012, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greeners

I was guaging it on the test readings before and after

Point taken, I'm pleased with the results. I've had 2 cars treated (1 Rover, 1 VW) & I'm happy.

blacknwhite · 16th September 2012, 21:32

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Originally Posted by vindaloo

Yes he did, but he is being paid by the UK importers to promote the product, so opinions of real owners are more reliable IMHO.

As someone that is rolling it out in Newcastle in the next 2Wks I asked about that. Edd China was NOT paid. He was given a free "clean" and was totally impressed by it, they gave him the machines FOC if he imparted his views. Which he's done, impartially. When you consider a bottle of STP costs £8-£10 for minimal or no cleaning 2 or 3 times a year, a Terraclean is a bargain. I am TOTALLY convinced (I've seen an engine broken down after) hense why I am investing a bucket load into it. AND emissions will become ever more taxable so it will be ever more desirable before MOT.

BTW - I will be doing a WAY better deal for my friends in the North East that want it done. Those that have done me the odd little favor, perhaps long forgotten by them, will be FOC.

vindaloo · 16th September 2012, 21:42

I'm not knocking it, I was the one that organised the meet where it was demonstrated after all, I was just making the point that several owners had the treatment on Saturday as I had done previously and we are all happy and I believe opinions of 'real owners' rather than someone promoting the process who has received six grands worth of kit for free. Our opinions are broadly the same as Edd's anyway.............so no problem

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rich17865 This is my second home Transit Connect Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crewe Posts: 9,532 Thanks: 868 Thanked 1,619 Times in 1,095 Posts	Terraclean the truth is out there! For us in the North West that attended Vindaloo's meet on Saturday you will already know what this is about. For those who didn't go, read on. We had a meet at Atherton Car Safety Centre where the owner Chris offered a free Terraclean as a raffle prize. A number of us also chose to have a Terraclean done on our cars. The cost was slightly reduced for the day as an incentive and was £65 for petrol and £70 for diesel. I am the first person who would slam these sort of things into the ground as 'snake oil' but found the following results after the Terraclean process. Dramatically reduced engine noise at idle and speed Dramatically reduced vibration at idle and speed Noticeable improvement in torque Reduction in turbo lag Autobox changing up earlier Little or no improvement in fuel consumption I did promise Chris that I would tell others what I thought of the Terraclean and to be honest it has made the car more of a pleasure to drive and less of a clunky, noisy, rattley diesel and a much more refined and pleasant unit. So, and this was the question I was asking myself before having it done, is it worth the money? One short answer, and of course in my opinion, Yes. I would be interested to find out what other people who have had it done think too.

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vindaloo Ex Owner MX-5 ND2 RF Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Leigh Posts: 6,574 Thanks: 462 Thanked 799 Times in 524 Posts	Thanks for the report Rich & I'll be sure to pass your comments onto Chris tomorrow. I had my CDT Tourer treated about 2 weeks ago at Chris's and noticed the car was smoother with better throttle response and more torque on tap. I didn't notice mine was any quieter but after hearing yours running today, I do agree yours was as sweet as a nut on tick over. I think for the cost of just an oil change, I too think it's probably worth it.

16th September 2012, 21:42	#10
vindaloo Ex Owner MX-5 ND2 RF Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Leigh Posts: 6,574 Thanks: 462 Thanked 799 Times in 524 Posts	I'm not knocking it, I was the one that organised the meet where it was demonstrated after all, I was just making the point that several owners had the treatment on Saturday as I had done previously and we are all happy and I believe opinions of 'real owners' rather than someone promoting the process who has received six grands worth of kit for free. Our opinions are broadly the same as Edd's anyway.............so no problem