can i add tea tree oil to my crank case???

1999 MERCEDES BENZ CLK320
120,000 MILES
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DALLAS772
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If i add 100% NATURAL tea tree oil to my crank case will it clean effectively without damaging internal components and seals???
Jan 3, 2012 at 4:09 AM
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CJ MEDEVAC
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I CAN TRULY GOTTA SAY I'VE NEVER HEARD THAT ONE!

IF IT WERE A "PROVEN" THING, I'D THINK YOU WOULD FIND IT ON A SHELF AT THE AUTO PARTS STORE

I USE IT FROM TIME TO TIME---I ALSO RECOMMEND IT A LOT

YOUR TURN

THE MEDIC
Jan 3, 2012 at 4:21 AM
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FRANK BAUER
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No idea, but Marvel Mystery Oil has wintergreen oil in it, which is good at dissolving gunk while still providing lubrication.
May 11, 2016 at 2:10 PM
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