Where do the Bishop’s Original products come from?
The treatments and additives are produced in Houston, Texas by Bishop’s Original Products Incorporated, a company specialising in permafused lubricants. The name itself relates to founder John Bishop, a respected expert in the special chemistry of lubricants and inventor of permafused lubricants.

What exactly are permafused lubricants?
The term permafused lubricants applies to special additives which operate on the principle of permanent diffusion of lubricants.

Are these special additives the same as oil additives? What differences are there between them?
Special additives differ from oil additives in that they are substances facilitating the lubrication process by improving metal surfaces at the contact point. Oil additives are the keystones on the individual oil types, whereas special additives act as conditioners – the effect of which act solely upon the metal treated – with oil serving as a carrying medium.

Why do we need to add anything to oil?
Oil manufacturers claim their oils do not require additional treatment. In relation to common lubrication the manufacturers claims are correct. It is the extreme lubrication under the mixed friction process that causes the best lubricants to fail and wear growth occurs. This is usually initiated by the high pressure and temperature when lubricating properties of oils deteriorate.

What is the method of improving this process and reducing the wear?
A number of experts dealt with issues connected with the mixed friction during the entire development process of new lubricants and this process has continued until now. All of them attempted to invent a method to achieve a hydrodynamic lubrication which would be an ideal condition. After reaching the hydrodynamic lubrication, the parts would float on an ideal lubricating film and wear would be reduced to an absolute minimum. New and more sophisticated lubricants have been developed constantly. One of the venues that can be used in this process is a protection of the friction surfaces by application of another substance with a low friction coefficient. Substances with a high lubricity and thermal stability have been known for quite some time. These were used to reduce the friction and wear of metallic surfaces.

What is the principle of micro-molecular diffusion?
Micro-molecular substances are also referred to as intelligent three-stage action additives.
During the first stage, the additive cleans the sliding surface perfectly and ensures its polarisation. Individual molecules are linked to the activated surface and passive lubricating film is formed.
In the second stage, the passive molecular film is compressed due to the growing pressure and the active lubrication process is started. Individual additive molecules adhere to the metallic surface tightly through the free valence bonds and create a sliding ‘mat’, which is firmly connected with the surface. The thickness of such a protective flexible layer can reach up to two microns. Individual uneven areas are thus covered without damaging the surface and integrity of the lubricating film. This process is reversible.
Activation of the contact film occurs in the third stage at the extreme pressure growth. Micro-diffusion of the additive into the surface takes place in the area of the highest pressures. Due to high pressure and temperatures, the additive penetrates to the micro-cracks and a compact protective shield is formed, offering long-term protective properties. Surface abrasion does not occur during this process, but rather ‘polishing’ (i.e. plastic deformation) in micron dimensions. In fact, the surface is impregnated by the lubricant.

When and how to apply Bishop’s Original additives into engines?
Bishop’s Original additives are either added to a new oil right after its replacement or not more than 2,000 miles of using the oil. Two prerequisites, however, need to be adhered to. The additive shall not be applied in new engines prior to completing the run-in period, i.e. we recommend to drive at least 2,000 miles. You may also apply the product during the first warranty replacement after 7-10,000 miles. The additive shall be present in an engine for at least 1,500 miles (or 3,000 miles for lorries) to allow a perfect treatment of all surfaces. If oil was replaced before driving the above distance, the treatment would have to be repeated! Engine treatment does not require any special precautions. Engine does need to be warmed up and it is not necessary to drive a car after treatment. We recommend to keep the engine running for several minutes after pouring the additive to ensure a thorough mixing with oil.

What will happen when we apply the additive to engines previously treated with other additives?
Molecular additives do not show any effects on these materials. However, we recommend to replace oil and not to apply the additive to oil already containing another product. Bishop’s Original additives create a perfect shield on all places. We recommend to check the filter after application, since the Bishop’s Original additives show very good cleaning effects and a complete engine will get cleaned gradually. Despite this there is no risk of a forced carbon release and channel clogging. Carbon is released slowly and leaves the filter. Thus, we recommend to check the filter condition after running approximately 1,000 miles for older engines.

Can Bishop’s Original additives be used in older engines?
It needs to be considered first what an older engine means. If this refers to an engine with such considerable mechanical wear that it is kept together by the power of the carbon layer, it is useless to add anything to such an engine. If the engine was treated properly and oil replacements were performed regularly, then application of the additive is highly desirable. Application will reduce considerably the passive resistances of an engine having increased by a long-term operation. Operating properties, noise levels, and smoke levels will improve and engine operation will calm down generally. Improvement is more distinct for older engines than for brand new ones. Bishop’s Original additive can be used at any time, i.e. application does not depend on the engine age.

What will happen if I apply more additive than specified?
Essentially nothing. The manufacturer has specified the recommended dose and exceeding it does not bring any additional benefits.

How often do we have to repeat the procedure?
The manufacturer recommends to reapply the treatment either each 60,000 miles for cars or 90,000 miles for buses and lorries driven during one year or regularly each 12 months. It does not matter how may oil replacements were carried out in the meantime. Repeated treatment each year is connected with the aging process of petroleum products. Even oil manufacturers recommend to replace oil once a year or after driving a specified distance. The quality and thickness of the protective film ensure a perfect protection of the metallic surface for the entire period specified. We recommend to observe oil replacement intervals determined by the vehicle manufacturer for the given oil type. For gear oils it is recommended to apply the additive during each replacement.

Can Bishop’s Original additives be mixed with any oil type?
Each oil type is specific and behaves in a slightly different. Therefore, it cannot be said with complete confidence that a universal additive exists. Bishop’s Original treatments are produced as specialised additives designed for individual oil types. As such there are separate types for petrol and diesel engines. The same applies to gear oils and fluids. You may choose additives developed for the specific device type.

Can we apply Bishop’s Original additives to automatic transmissions?
We have a specially-designed formula for automatic transmissions. This additive is added to the gearbox fluid. No other type of gearbox additive should be used for this purpose.