Coolant/Antifreeze question
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#2
I'm confused. First you say that you don't want people to tell you what to use, then you ask what people are using? I'll answer anyways.
The correct answer is simple. Zerex G-05 is the only coolant available for 02+ Fords without going to the dealer for Motorcraft. Using anything else requires a total backflush. Even if you do backflush, might as well use the recommended coolant since it doesn't get any better than that.
http://www.valvoline.com/products/br.../antifreeze/42
It's the gold formula for Ford and Chrysler vehicles. I'm not running it in my truck yet, but that's what will go in when the time comes. Available at NAPA. Their part number is ZXG05 if I recall correctly.
Hope this helps.
The correct answer is simple. Zerex G-05 is the only coolant available for 02+ Fords without going to the dealer for Motorcraft. Using anything else requires a total backflush. Even if you do backflush, might as well use the recommended coolant since it doesn't get any better than that.
http://www.valvoline.com/products/br.../antifreeze/42
It's the gold formula for Ford and Chrysler vehicles. I'm not running it in my truck yet, but that's what will go in when the time comes. Available at NAPA. Their part number is ZXG05 if I recall correctly.
Hope this helps.
#3
I'm confused. First you say that you don't want people to tell you what to use, then you ask what people are using? I'll answer anyways.
The correct answer is simple. Zerex G-05 is the only coolant available for 02+ Fords without going to the dealer for Motorcraft. Using anything else requires a total backflush. Even if you do backflush, might as well use the recommended coolant since it doesn't get any better than that.
http://www.valvoline.com/products/br.../antifreeze/42
It's the gold formula for Ford and Chrysler vehicles. I'm not running it in my truck yet, but that's what will go in when the time comes. Available at NAPA. Their part number is ZXG05 if I recall correctly.
Hope this helps.
The correct answer is simple. Zerex G-05 is the only coolant available for 02+ Fords without going to the dealer for Motorcraft. Using anything else requires a total backflush. Even if you do backflush, might as well use the recommended coolant since it doesn't get any better than that.
http://www.valvoline.com/products/br.../antifreeze/42
It's the gold formula for Ford and Chrysler vehicles. I'm not running it in my truck yet, but that's what will go in when the time comes. Available at NAPA. Their part number is ZXG05 if I recall correctly.
Hope this helps.
#4
The correct answer is simple. Zerex G-05 is the only coolant available for 02+ Fords without going to the dealer for Motorcraft. Using anything else requires a total backflush. Even if you do backflush, might as well use the recommended coolant since it doesn't get any better than that.
I do know from experience that using factory parts for certain things is the way to go.But there are times when there are things that meet or exceed factory specs and you can use them.
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If you do a complete flush of your cooling system you can basically use whatever coolant you want to.
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#8
Why do some people use a K&N air filter? Why do some use Autolite plugs? Why do some use Amsoil or Valvoline,or Mobil1 fluids? We can ask these questions forever.We can use whatever we want to use as long as it does not cause damage or harm to our vehicle.
And yes,the listed coolants I posted are cheaper.
#9
Here is an example of what the factory wants you to think and how you don't have to! Think of the man on the screen as the factory,the audience as the consumer,and the athlete/runner as the aftermarket.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=OYecfV3ubP8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=OYecfV3ubP8
#10
Not to insult your intelligance,but that is exactly what I did not want to hear or see.I already know what Ford recommends in my truck. I was simply asking,what coolant/antifreeze are you using in your truck? Is anyone using or has used SuperTech or Prestone AMAMs?
#11
Not to insult your intelligance,but that is exactly what I did not want to hear or see.I already know what Ford recommends in my truck. I was simply asking,what coolant/antifreeze are you using in your truck? Is anyone using or has used SuperTech or Prestone AMAMs?
Not to insult your intelligence though, but why ask what to use in your truck if you already know? Any coolant will get the job done. However, I put far more trust in Ford’s engineers than some “radiator guy”.
It sounds like you came here looking for the answer you want to hear. If you want to use Wal-Mart brand, go for it. It will get the job done if you want to save a few bucks and change it that much sooner.
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If you are insulted that I went through the front door to answer your back door question, oops
Either way, you're welcome.