Frequently Asked Questions
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What should I expect when I use XADO?
- I’ve seen lots of ‘snake oil.’ What makes XADO different?
- Why is it that you do not recommend an oil change prior to using XADO?
- Why does the process involve 3 steps?
- Does XADO contain zinc, Teflon ™, or chlorine?
- XADO seems expensive compared to other products. Why should I use it?
- How much repair can XADO produce? How does it know when to stop?
- What are the properties of the coating?
- Is XADO safe?
- Are the different gels interchangeable?
- When do you use the cylinder treatment?
- Is XADO compatible with wet clutch systems and limited slip differentials?
- What about automatic transmissions?
- Does XADO work in synthetic oil?
- What if I have used oil additives?
- Does XADO help in new cars? What about Overhauls?
- How long does XADO last? Do I need to use it at every oil change?
- What is the money-back guarantee? Do you have a warranty on your product?
- I want to use XADO grease but it is impractical to clean the old grease out of the assembly. What should I do?
- Do Atomic oils contain XADO Revitalizant?
- What should I know about using Atomic oils?
- What do you mean by "Revitalizant"?
- What about industrial and commercial applications?
1. What should I expect when I use XADO?
Even though the process takes some time (roughly 1,000 miles) to complete, it is quite common to notice improvements long before that. Immediate reductions in noise and vibration are quite common. Engine response improves quickly.
Every machine is different and thus responds differently to treatment. Do not be alarmed if you see your oil pressure fluctuate after adding XADO to an engine. It’s a sure sign that XADO is working. Back to Top
2. I’ve seen lots of ‘snake oil.’ What makes XADO different?
“Snake oil” has become a general term for additives. XADO is not an oil additive. XADO works on metal, not on oil. As the cermet layer forms, the fit and finish of parts is improved, thus placing less demand on whatever lubricant is present in the system. Back to Top
3. Why is it that you do not recommend an oil change prior to using XADO?
As the XADO crystals are formed, the chemistry attracts molecules of wear metal present in the lubricant; these molecules are added back to the surface. By changing oil prior to using XADO, you are wasting this resource. . Back to Top
4. Why does the process involve 3 steps?
In a new assembly a one step treatment is advised, and often the first treatment in an older assembly shows dramatic results. Three applications in used equipment are recommended for best results because, briefly, the first step cleans, the second step works to compensate existing wear, and the third step helps to optimize tolerances. . Back to Top
5. Does XADO contain zinc, Teflon ™, or chlorine?
No. XADO is a preparation of naturally occurring minerals. There are no “conventional” friction reducers added and no toxic by products Back to Top
6. XADO seems expensive. Why should I use it?
XADO provides a number of benefits. The repair aspect often returns dozens of times your investment in just minutes. From a fuel saving perspective, most people save enough to pay for the product in just a few thousand miles. From an environmental perspective, the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions surpasses that of technologies costing much more. Increased reliability also offers significant, although overlooked savings. Any one of these factors is worth the price of XADO. Combined, the value is unsurpassed. . Back to Top
7. How much repair can XADO produce? How does it know when to stop?
XADO can add microns in a pump element, several thousandths in an engine, and has been measured to grow as much as 63 thousandths in a gearbox. When the fit and finish of mating parts becomes optimized, there is no longer sufficient friction to trigger further crystal growth. The process is self-limiting. Back to Top
8. What are the properties of the coating?
XADO works with a magnisium silicate nano particle. Friction coefficient as low as 0.003-0.007 without lubrication; high electrical resistance (prevents electrochemical corrosion); high destruction temperature (roughly 1600 C); prevents hydrogen embrittlement; coefficient of thermal expansion 13.6-14.2; surface micro hardness 690-710 HV; extremely high shock resistance and pressure loading. Back to Top
9. Is XADO safe?
XADO Revitalizant Gels are completely non-toxic. Back to Top
10. Are the different gels interchangeable?
Each particular gel is designed specifically to work in the mechanical environment listed on the label. In general, the particle size varies with the tolerances to be expected in a given system. It is not recommended to use the various gels interchangeably. Back to Top
11. When do you use the cylinder treatment?
We use the cylinder treatment as a fall-back strategy. It is always recommended to treat the complete engine first. In rare cases we have to use the direct cylinder application to obtain the desired results. Back to Top
12. Is XADO compatible with wet clutch systems and limited slip differentials
XADO only works in the presence of metal to metal contact. Since clutch plates are made of fibrous material, there is no issue with these applications. Back to Top
13. What about automatic transmissions?
We use the Gel for Power Steering pumps in automatic transmissions. This gel is used in any hydraulic assembly and the heart of your automatic transmission is a hydraulic pump. For most cars and light trucks the appropriate dose is 2 tubes in 1 step. Due to the length of most filler tubes, it is usually advisable to dissolve the gel in an ounce or so of ATF prior to application. Back to Top
14. Does XADO work in synthetic oil?
XADO will work in the presence of any type of oil. Back to Top
15. What if I have used oil additives?
The prior use of additives will not hamper the XADO process. Back to Top
16. Does XADO help in new cars? What about Overhauls?
In a new car, XADO helps in two main ways. First, it protects against wear and second it effectively spin balances the engine under working conditions. There is no other practical means for doing this. Back to Top
17. How long does XADO last? Do I need to use it at every oil change?
A complete XADO treatment is good for at least 60,000 miles. For many people this is about 20 oil changes. Back to Top
18. What is the money-back guarantee? Do you have a warranty on your product?
We guarantee that you will see engine improvement in 1000 miles or we'll refund your money. For more details our guarantee and warantee, click here.
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19. I want to use XADO grease but it is impractical to clean the old grease out of the assembly. What should I do?
In these cases, we recommend using XADO Repairing Grease to top off the assembly so that the resulting blend will have sufficient revitalizant to be effective. For best results, the assembly should be at operating temperature when adding the new grease. This will facilitate the blending process. Back to Top
20. Do Atomic oils contain revitalizant?
Yes, Atomic oils contain XADO's patented Revitalizant. Four quarts of Atomic oil contains the equivalent of one tube of XADO. Back to Top
21. What should I know about using Atomic oils?
Because part of the XADO process is the cleaning of friction surfaces, switching to Atomic oil with no preparation will immediately introduce contaminants to the fresh oil. We recommend using Vita Flush in this case. Add it to your old oil and run the engine at least 15 minutes. This will dump the contaminants into the old oil prior to its disposal and pull much of the worn metal from to old oil and add it back to the working surfaces. Back to Top
22. What do you mean by "Revitalizant"?
Based on the word "revitalization" (rooted in the Latin word "vita" meaning life), XADO Revitalizant will return the life to mechanical performance. Back to Top
23. What about industrial and commercial applications?
There are a number of custom applications for XADO Revitalizant Gels, Greases, Oils and Special Fluids. To learn how XADO can work with your specific application, please contact Technical Support at 316-529-2330 or via email.
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