Antifreeze question - Page 3

MangoMan · 13th November 2012, 09:43

Mine looked that way that's why I got a Syringe and drew some out to check. When put in a clean glass it was a nice clear 'Pink' colour! I was quite frankly pleasantly surprised..

Anyway, I still drew out about 750mls and replaced with fresh... At least now I know it's good.

greendriver · 13th November 2012, 10:15

Thanks for the advice. Will try that.

MangoMan · 13th November 2012, 10:51

This is the Syringe I used - 50p from the local Doctor's office:

The OAT I used:

And while I'm at it I use this stuff in the Window Channels to keep them nice and smooth in operation as they can get a bit sticky over the years, and inside where the key goes on the Doors and Boot - works for me!

And I use this on a lot of the moving parts, like the Hinges/Locks/Cables/Throttle Body/Bonnet Link & Catches....

Ciao.

Woodie · 13th November 2012, 16:31

I dont think the header tanks helps with the colour of the coolant being brown with age. Best way is to take some out as above.

COLVERT · 13th November 2012, 19:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woodie

I dont think the header tanks helps with the colour of the coolant being brown with age. Best way is to take some out as above.

Should look and read like this below.

vindaloo · 13th November 2012, 19:27

5 litres OAT £10.12 delivered from ECP with our discount, the cheapest out there I think.

13th November 2012, 09:43	#21
MangoMan This is my second home Looking.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: England Posts: 10,911 Thanks: 862 Thanked 1,111 Times in 868 Posts	Mine looked that way that's why I got a Syringe and drew some out to check. When put in a clean glass it was a nice clear 'Pink' colour! I was quite frankly pleasantly surprised.. Anyway, I still drew out about 750mls and replaced with fresh... At least now I know it's good. __________________ *Regards, Bill - (MangoMan).* (Member 00854) http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/...d.jpg~original

13th November 2012, 10:15	#22
greendriver This is my second home MG ZTT 180 in Poseidon Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Croydon Posts: 3,745 Thanks: 44 Thanked 86 Times in 75 Posts	Thanks for the advice. Will try that. __________________ *None of my troubles are Rover*

13th November 2012, 10:51	#23
MangoMan This is my second home Looking.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: England Posts: 10,911 Thanks: 862 Thanked 1,111 Times in 868 Posts	This is the Syringe I used - 50p from the local Doctor's office: The OAT I used: And while I'm at it I use this stuff in the Window Channels to keep them nice and smooth in operation as they can get a bit sticky over the years, and inside where the key goes on the Doors and Boot - works for me! And I use this on a lot of the moving parts, like the Hinges/Locks/Cables/Throttle Body/Bonnet Link & Catches.... Ciao. __________________ *Regards, Bill - (MangoMan).* (Member 00854) http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/...d.jpg~original

13th November 2012, 16:31	#24
Woodie Avid contributor Rover 75 Tourer CDT Conn' & VW '09 Golf TDi 170 Estate Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Barnstaple Posts: 206 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I dont think the header tanks helps with the colour of the coolant being brown with age. Best way is to take some out as above.

13th November 2012, 19:27	#26
vindaloo Ex Owner MX-5 ND2 RF Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Leigh Posts: 6,574 Thanks: 462 Thanked 799 Times in 524 Posts	5 litres OAT £10.12 delivered from ECP with our discount, the cheapest out there I think.