[thebassn8tr]

What brand/type of radiator fluid do you guys recommend for my 99 v6 auto S-10? Also how many gallons does my radiator hold?

 

[thebassn8tr]

I couldn't find a old thread on it.

 

[keepondraggin]

dexcool

 

[rlith]

Dexcool is horrible, flush the entire system (acid flush) and replace with the normal green stuff... Too many probs with dexcool..

 

[BlazerFRS]

Dear God....let's not start one of these....

 

[rlith]

LOL

 

[thebassn8tr]

ok....But how many gallons does my radiator hold?

 

[rlith]

Couldn't tell you, might wanna call the dealer on that... Though I will probably know tomorrow when I put the head and intakes back on my new truck tomorrow...(Had the hottanked and beaded)... So I can let you know tomorrow...

 

[waxy_buildup]

mw when i comes to filling radiators, i put in til its full, fill up the radiator to the top then start the engine and wait for the thermostat to open then fill it up again, if its too much it will go out throw the overlow tank


man you gotta love that grammar, and to think i got an english final tonight

 

[thebassn8tr]

Ya but I want to use 50% water and 50% coolant so I want to know how many gallons of coolant to buy.

 

[waxy_buildup]

well just buy two tanks or whatever, and then you have extra to top off as time passes

 

[tom3]

Best bet is to use the Prestone Max Life antifreeze that is Dexcool and GM approved. Supposed to be an improved version of the DexCool. Get two gallons and mix the coolant and water in a separate jug, then fill the system. I always have trouble getting the right mix just putting in the antifreeze then adding water and the new coolant is picky about having the correct mix.

 

[hardlydangerous]

I use the Havoline/Texaco exteneded life anit-freeze in everything, and mix it 50/50 with distilled water.
Use a seperate clean jug and fill it 1/2 way with coolant then top it off with distilled water.