There seems to be a bit of controversy concerning the "longer life"
anti-freezes. Since I never wait that long before changing it out anyway I
stick with the yellow-green stuff. Several mechanics I've talked to also
disagree about what's good and what's not. I also use distilled water.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of jay & dana
Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2000 2:19 PM
To: DML
Subject: DML: "Orange" anti-freeze
My 1997 Owner's Manual says "use a high quality ethylene glycol based
anti-freeze coolant with a silicate inhibitor". The extended life
anti-freeze I put in says it contains no silicates, but uses premium rust
inhibitors. Should I be concerned? I always use distilled water and not
tap water. Anyone know the difference between silicate rust inhibitors and
premium rust inhibitors-if any, and should this matter on a V8 radiator and
water pump?
Thanks
Jay
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