Posted on 4/14/2025
Do I Need Walnut Blasting? What Carbon Buildup Means for Your Engine If you drive a vehicle made in the last decade or so, there’s a good chance it uses direct injection technology. It’s efficient, powerful, and great for fuel economy. But there’s one downside most drivers don’t know about: carbon buildup on the intake valves. This buildup can lead to rough idling, engine misfires, poor performance, and lower gas mileage. The solution? A service known as walnut blasting. It’s something we offer here at King’s Auto Center in Fort Collins, and it’s one of the most effective ways to clean up your engine and bring back lost performance. Let’s walk through what this service does, why modern engines need it, and how to know if your car might be due. What Is Direct Injection and Why It Causes Carbon Buildup In traditional engines, fuel was sprayed into the intake port, right be ... read more