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Engine coolant, what should I do?

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Old 05-19-2011 | 06:25 PM
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Get the factory coolant, 23.00 a gallon mix it 50/50, its good to -35 or so. You'll need 2 bottles, you'll have a little left over, for emergencies.
Some times the factory stuff looks "orangy" too so dont worry, If you are worried, rinse it out with a hose and fill er up with your premix. Gently heat cycle the car 2 or 3 times, topping up in between, and your good.
 
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Coolant capacity is shy of 8 gallons so if you drain it really well you will need more than 2 bottles or 4 gallons of mix.


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Get the factory coolant, 23.00 a gallon mix it 50/50, its good to -35 or so. You'll need 2 bottles, you'll have a little left over, for emergencies.
Some times the factory stuff looks "orangy" too so dont worry, If you are worried, rinse it out with a hose and fill er up with your premix. Gently heat cycle the car 2 or 3 times, topping up in between, and your good.
 
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Old 05-20-2011 | 05:11 PM
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I wouldnt try to DIY a total drain and fill, have a shop do it, should have qualified my statement. Even a water pump replacement doesnt drain over 3 to 4 gallons, unless you are really slow....
 
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Thanks for the info. I'm in the same boat too. Does anyone here use Redline water wetter or Royal Purple "ice" to boost coolant effectiveness? Thanks.
 
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