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Best Coolant for old Volvo VP 2003 Diesel

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Created by Trek > 9 months ago, 23 Dec 2019
Trek
NSW, 1194 posts
23 Dec 2019 2:10PM
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Ive just replaced parts of my old VP 2003 engine cooling system. Not sure what coolant I should put in it. Suggestions please!

Ramona
NSW, 7738 posts
24 Dec 2019 8:03AM
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Use any of the major brands of your choice. Best to use the same as you use in your car. Just ensure you drain all the old stuff so that you don't end up with a non compatible type. Drain off the block too if you can.

Jolene
WA, 1622 posts
24 Dec 2019 6:27AM
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I like the Tectaloy product, I've been using it since the mid 90s or the Castrol anti freeze anti boil in the concentrate.
Check out Tectaloy performance coolant website
www.tectaloy.com.au/

Charriot
QLD, 880 posts
24 Dec 2019 8:56AM
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From my experience, concentration is critical, I use a bit higher than recommended, also some systems likely develop air pocket.
I didn't know until engine went to over temperature, not easy to get rid off.

Trek
NSW, 1194 posts
25 Dec 2019 4:09AM
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Thanks all

lydia
1927 posts
25 Dec 2019 4:57AM
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Jolene said..
I like the Tectaloy product, I've been using it since the mid 90s or the Castrol anti freeze anti boil in the concentrate.
Check out Tectaloy performance coolant website
www.tectaloy.com.au/


Like Jolene says.

crewloose
NSW, 52 posts
26 Dec 2019 5:05PM
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Anything marked 'long life' or 'LLC'. Cold climate is 50:50, so that's your worst case. Avoid mixing different brands/types unless you're desperate. Note: some contain a specific aluminium corrosion inhibitor which may/may-not be beneficial for a heat-exchanger.



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