Tuesday, November 09, 2004
Coolant flush
Hey guys. I saw that all responded quickly to Peter's car question. I was hopping you can make some suggestions when I ask my car questions. The other day I was getting an oil change and after they were finished it occurred to me that I had more options.
What are peoples opinion on synthetic oil?
Secondly the mechanic suggested I get a coolant flush. I am not sure I understand what that is. But I am curious about how necessary this is. Or is this one of those things they suggest that isn't really necessary.
Some one suggested to me that I can drain the old coolant fluid and put new fluid in it. It apparently won't get rid of all of the old fluid it but it would be sufficient for keeping my car from freezing. Is this true...What kind of options do I have.
thanks
By Sabrina -
10:06 p.m. |
Coolant flush info. You can do it yourself if you want.
My only advice on car repair is:
Maintaining a car can be expensive, but sometimes putting things off can get more expensive.
It's getting close to winter time. The time where vehicle problems can be a pain if you're in the cold. Get everything checked out beforehand. Happy motoring.
If it's really necessary, draining the coolant and replacing it should work. Regardless, there's going to be crud that will stick in the system whether you do a full flush or not. If there's a lot of crud in with your coolant, a flush would probably be better.
Here's a blurb about a Consumer Reports investigation into lubricants. Their finding: It pretty much doesn't matter.
It's like the Regular vs Supreme gas debate. You should only use it if your engine requires it. I'll go on a limb and say you're not a car nut Binnie. Synthetic chemist or not, stick with cheaper dinosaur oil. :)
