GSF hail new DPF cleaner as ‘game changer’
GSF Car Parts have launched a new Professional DPF Cleaner, which they say offers a unique alternative to garages looking to profitably develop business from the growing demand for diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration work.
In a telephone survey in April, 84% of garages said they were receiving enquiries from motorists with DPF problems ‘at least once a week’. Most also reported this number of enquiries was ‘increasing’.
The Vetech DPF Professional Cleaner, exclusively available through GSF Car Parts, is a non-flammable solution supplied in 5 Litre containers for just £28.95 + VAT. It’s suitable for all aluminium, magnesium, zinc or cadmium parts, and all latest generation DPFs.
To use it, the DPF is removed, then filled with the solution overnight. The liquid gently breaks down and cleans the residues. Afterwards, simply rinse with clean water and refit.
In tests, Vetech DPF Professional Cleaner has been shown to remove all visible dirt, soot and ash trapped in the filter cores. Even the worst examples have all been returned to normal operating levels, performing at over 95% of their ‘as new’ capacity.
“We see the new Vetech Professional DPF Cleaner as a ‘game changer’,” said John Wright, Garage Essentials Manager at GSF Car Parts. “Up until now, the workshop options have been to use pour-in additives, which can’t always clear more stubborn blockage, or have specialist workshop capital equipment to perform regenerations, which just isn’t viable for many independents.”
Beyond this, garages have had to either recommend a DPF replacement, or send the part away for specialist cleaning. Both options typically incur delays, with expense running into the high hundreds or even thousands of pounds.
“The new Vetech DPF Professional Cleaner offers many advantages as it gives the garage a chance of an affordable repair whilst saving workshops ramp time,” said Jonny West, GSF Car Parts Managing Director. “This can keep an old car off the scrap heap for longer – keeping business in the aftermarket.”
Feedback from early adopters on the product, just released on general sale, is unequivocal.
Dennis Donohue, owner of D.S. Motors Birmingham said: “This now makes the job affordable to our customers. We have used it on several vehicles and have had 100% success rate.
“One 2006 Saab was heading to the scrap yard as it was not regenerating, and was stuck in limp mode with a new DPF costing over £1,200. Within 24 hours, the vehicle was returned to the customer, as good as new, for a faction of the cost of a replacement.”
Tejveer Brar, owner of Star Garage London said: “The first time I used the Vetech DPF Professional Cleaner was on a 2007 BMW 535 that was blocked so badly that is was a non-runner.
“The solution returned the DPF to the original level. It is amazing and I would recommend it to every workshop out there.”
GSF Car Parts advise using the Vetech DPF Professional Cleaner before recommending DPF replacement or off site cleaning. You can order it now to try for yourself from your local branch.
