Marine 16 Diesel Bug Treatment 100ml - Force 4 Chandlery (2024)

Marine 16 Diesel Bug Treatment - 100ml

Effectively eliminate marine diesel bug with this pre-refueling treatment.

Diesel Bug Treatment Key features:

  • Complete bug eradication
  • Converts dead bugs to fine particles
  • Avoids tank cleaning
  • Suitable for various infection levels:
    • Slight infections: 100ml per 2000 liters of fuel
    • Mild infections: 100ml per 500 liters of fuel
    • Heavy infections: 100ml per 100 liters of fuel
  • Size: 100ml

Safeguard your engine from contamination and maintain peak performance effortlessly.

Stock Availability

This item is currently not in stock but is available to preorder, with a lead time of up to 14 days.

Stock can move quickly, so this is just a suggestion of current levels, please phone the shop to confirm.

The ship to store service is based on Head Office sending stock to a branch.

If you wish to call & collect stock, please do so over the phone using the number provided.

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Chichester 01243 773788
Deacons 02380 402182
Lymington 01590 673698
Plymouth 01752 548301
Poole 01202 723311
Port Hamble 02380 454858
Southampton 02380 632 725
Gloucestershire (Distribution Hub) 0345 130 0710

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Delivery

Royal Mail Service Update:Please be aware when choosing Royal Mail as your preferred delivery method, your delivery time may be impacted by ongoing strikes and maytake up to 20 working days. If your order is time critical we suggest choosing a courier or Next Day Service

Our Mail Order team ship chandlery, yacht parts and sailing clothing around the world. We use the best value couriers available, and we will endeavour to get your products to you as quickly and as cost effectively as possible.

International Orders: Due to delays we have had to suspend our international delivery options.

UK Standard Delivery

  • UK Mainland 0 - 2Kg (small jiffy) £3.95 Royal Mail Service. Despatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 7-10 working days for orders under £50.00
  • UK Mainland up to25Kg £5.95 Courier service with signature. Despatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 7-10 working days
  • UK Mainland 25Kg+ Price on request
  • UK Mainland Next Day 0 - 25Kg £9.95 Courier service with signature, orders must be placed before midday
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands0 - 2Kg (small jiffy) £3.95 Royal Mail Service.Despatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 5-7working daysfor orders under £50.00
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands 1 - 25Kg £10.95 Courier service with signature. Despatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 7-10 working days
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands25Kg+ Price on request
  • Channel Islands0 - 2Kg (small jiffy) £5.95 Royal Mail ServiceDespatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 5-7working daysfor orders under £50.00
  • Channel Islands1 - 25Kg £13.50 Courier service with signature.Despatch within 3- 5 working days, delivery in 5-7working days
  • Channel Islands25Kg+ Price on request

UK Exceptional Delivery

  • UK Mainland; Antifoul & paints £5.95
  • UK Mainland; Inflatable dinghy £10.00
  • UK Mainland; Liferafts £17.50
  • UK Mainland; Flares £49.95
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands; Antifoul & paints £9.95
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands; Inflatable dinghy price on request
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands; Liferafts price on request
  • Northern Ireland, Highlands & Islands; Flares not available to ship at this time
  • Channel Islands; Antifoul & paints £13.50
  • Channel Islands; Inflatable dinghy price on request Channel Islands; Flares not available to ship at this time

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Returns

Standard Returns

If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, we will exchange or refund your goods in full, provided that the items are returned within 14 days of receipt.*

Please check the condition of goods on arrival - we are unable to accept goods damaged during shipping after 14 days.

Returned goods must be packaged securely, with all original packaging undamaged and in a saleable condition i.e. shoe boxes must be in the same condition as when received.

Goods must be unused and security seals intact.*

If you would like to return goods because they were ordered incorrectly or if clothing does not fit, return postage will be at your expense. If you would like us to replace the goods with another size or colour, we will charge carriage on the replacement.

Please be aware that some navigational and safety products may be dated, and as such a full refund may in some cases not be possible. If you are purchasing dated navigational charts we suggest you contact us for more information.

Faulty Goods

If you receive your goods and believe them to be faulty, please contact us straight away with a brief description of the problem. If we require you to return the product for a replacement, we will send you a pre-paid Royal Mail label for delivery back to us. Unfortuantely we cannot send the courier back to collect the items.

Returning goods to Force 4 is easy!

  1. Please contact us by ringing 0345 1300 710 or email on [emailprotected]. This way we'll be able to determine whether you would like to return the product for a refund or whether you'd like to exchange the product. We are unable to process the return of faulty goods that we're not expecting.
  2. We'll then give you a returns number. This returns number will need to be clearly marked on the outside of your parcel so it can be identified on arrival. Please note, failure to mark a returns reference number on the outside of your parcel may result in a delay in processing your return.
  3. Don't forget your proof of postage, just in case!
  4. Once we receive the item we'll be able to proceed with a refund or an exchange.

*this excludes faulty goods with manufacturers defects. If goods are found to be faulty during use, after the returns period, please just give us a ring on 0345 1300 710 and we'll be happy to help.

Questions & Answers

Ask a question

Does the dreaded Diesel Bug only affect boats in the winter months? Force 4

Diesel bug can affect your craft whenever you have water in diesel, whether this is built up from condensation, or water that comes in with diesel or leaks in. This is the source that Diesel bug needs to grow and thrive. Therefore if you have no water in your fuel you will not get diesel bug. Keep your tank water free by periodically draining the base of the tank or use a product such as Marine 16 Diesel Dipper or Tank Sock to keep water out of your diesel

My boat has an aluminium fuel tank, which I've had to clean out three times recently. It's time I'd rather spend on the water. I am considering a Diesel Dipper, but it is quite an outlay, in what way would it benefit me? Are they difficult to fit? Force 4

I understand your hesitation on outlay but it will pay dividends. It is very simple to fit, depending on access to your tank. Regular operation of the dipper will ensure that water and debris will be removed from the very bottom of the tank. Normally the outlet point is a little way up the tank and this means that water and debris is retained in the tank which can obviously cause ongoing problems like you have experienced

Marine 16 Diesel Bug Treatment 100ml - Force 4 Chandlery (2024)

FAQs

How do you use marine 16 diesel bug treatment? ›

Prevention Add Marine 16 Diesel Bug Treatment at a rate of 100ml to 2000 litres of fuel. Simply pour the product into the tank filler point. Do not allow contact with skin or eyes. Cure Ideally the tank should be cleaned out as much as possible prior to treatment in order to remove sludge deposits.

Does diesel bug treatment work? ›

Marine 16's biocide, Diesel Bug Treatment, can be used both for treatment and prevention, but in the latter case at a lower dose. A 100ml bottle is sufficient to prevent build-up in 2,000lt of fuel, whereas if contamination is already present, you're looking at 100ml to 100lt.

What is the best diesel bacteria treatment? ›

DERV Control 6000 diesel additive is a specifically selected components which will destroy all microbial growth in the fuel storage tanks within 24 hours of application. A dilution rate of 500ppm will be sufficient to treat severe contamination. This equates to 1/2 litre of DERV Control per 1000 Litres of Fuel.

How many hours does a marine diesel engine take? ›

Do you know how long the marine engine on your boat is going to last? There are two kinds of marine engines—gasoline and diesel—and one lasts far longer than the other. On average, a marine diesel engine lasts about 5,000 hours, while a gasoline engine lasts for 1,500 hours.

What is best diesel bug killer? ›

Two Pack FuelRight 15K Non-Biocide Diesel Bug Treatment - Treats 3000 litres. This is a totally new way to treat for diesel bug, contamination and water as well as conditioning your fuel ! It is guaranteed safe to use and the most effective diesel bug treatment on the market.

Can you use too much diesel treatment? ›

You can easily add too much of a high-quality diesel fuel additive. What happens when you over-treat your diesel fuel? Overdosing can lead to a whole new list of fuel and engine issues from clogged filters to overall decreased engine performance and efficiency. If you're losing lubricity, don't over-treat.

How long does it take for diesel treatment to work? ›

Idle or run engine for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure all fuel and the filter is treated. It is imperative to let the engine idle for an additional 30-45 minutes before leaving the yard.

How much diesel treatment per gallon? ›

If you want to be more specific and do the math, 1oz treats 2.5 gallons. So in your case, for a 25 gallon fill-up you would need to add 10 ounces if you want to measure that closely.

What breaks down diesel sludge? ›

Biocides are a type of diesel fuel additive that can be used to treat diesel bug. It is added to the fuel tank directly and controls the bacteria and sludge formation, as well as dispersing existent diesel bug sludge.

What is the number one diesel fuel treatment? ›

Diesel Extreme is the best additive in the game. This one adds seven points to diesel's cetane score (which again improves the fuel's combustion performance), and it cleans and lubricates injectors and other critical fuel system components. Diesel Extreme also helps remove excess water and contaminants from fuel.

Is diesel treatment worth it? ›

Fuel treatments for diesel engines can provide numerous benefits, from improving fuel efficiency to reducing harmful emissions and protecting the engine from damage. With so many treatments available, choosing a high-quality product that is compatible with your machine and meets your specific needs is important.

What is the lifespan of a marine diesel engine? ›

The average marine gasoline engine runs for 1,500 hours before needing a major overhaul. The average marine diesel engine will run for more than three times that long and log an average 5,000 hours under the same conditions.

What is the disadvantage of marine diesel engine? ›

Diesel engines have several advantages, such as high reliability, low maintenance, good fuel efficiency, and easy availability of fuel. However, diesel engines also have some disadvantages, such as high noise, vibration, emissions, and weight.

How long does it take to warm up a marine diesel engine? ›

In moderate temperatures, such as seasonal sailing, start the engine and run in neutral at a speed just above low idle for no longer than 5 minutes to warm the oil. As noted above, a diesel will not warm to operating temperature until it is under load but when the oil is cold as well it should not take on a load.

How do you use diesel fuel treatment? ›

You should also use diesel fuel anti-gel each time you fill the tank in the winter. To ensure a proper mix, always add the additive before you start to fill up the tank.

When should I put anti-gel in my diesel? ›

So when should you start adding anti-gel additives to your diesel? It is always smart to start using anti-gel as soon as temperatures approach freezing. The rule of thumb is that the lower the temperature, the more fuel additive needs to be added.

How do you use hot shot secret everyday diesel treatment? ›

How do you use Hot Shot's Everyday Diesel Treatment? Use Hot Shot's Secret Everyday Diesel Treatment at each fill-up to provide quality diesel for the engine. Once very 6,000 miles skip the EDT and use Diesel Extreme to deep clean the entire fuel system including the injectors.

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