Since many postings have mentioned the use of aftermarket additives in the military, it might be beneficial to all to know that a DOD policy exists for using these types of products.
The problem that the military was initially faced with regarding these additives was the absence of any definitive test data that clearly demonstrated that you were seeing some measurable benefits and that there were no adverse side effects. Many suppliers/distributors often would supply many testimonials and other anecdotal data (e.g., one car fleet test, non standard tests having little or no correlation with actual use, no controls, etc.) accompanied with these claims of tremendous performance improvements.
To put all things on a level playing field, a guide was developed telling what was required in terms of testing to have their products considered and then ultimately approved if the two major requirements were met. You can see that guide by going to the following site:
http://www.tacom.army.mil/tardec/division/peth2o/fuellube/guides/DoD_POLJuly 96p.pdf
Now that does not say that individual units in the field often times bypass this policy and use or "test" products which are not authorized. Advertisement and marketing techniques at times can be somewhat convincing to people who do not know all the facts.
The problem that the military was initially faced with regarding these additives was the absence of any definitive test data that clearly demonstrated that you were seeing some measurable benefits and that there were no adverse side effects. Many suppliers/distributors often would supply many testimonials and other anecdotal data (e.g., one car fleet test, non standard tests having little or no correlation with actual use, no controls, etc.) accompanied with these claims of tremendous performance improvements.
To put all things on a level playing field, a guide was developed telling what was required in terms of testing to have their products considered and then ultimately approved if the two major requirements were met. You can see that guide by going to the following site:
http://www.tacom.army.mil/tardec/division/peth2o/fuellube/guides/DoD_POLJuly 96p.pdf
Now that does not say that individual units in the field often times bypass this policy and use or "test" products which are not authorized. Advertisement and marketing techniques at times can be somewhat convincing to people who do not know all the facts.
