Coolant

[keene757]

Just wondering if it would hurt if I use regular engine coolant for the busa?

 

[nosbig]

Just make sure if you mix your own that you use distilled water.

 

[keene757]

It is 50/50 mix already so is that ok to use?

 

[Lillblack]

There is a form of dextron a lot of people say do not use. but I forgot the specific name.

 

[nosbig]

I just use a plan old propylene glycol 50/50 mix.

 

[keene757]

Ok thanks!

 

[E Zurcher]

You can use whatever you want to as long as it's approved for aluminum. Just make absolutely sure you do not mix chemistries. If you switch, flush the hell outta the system using plain tap water, finish with distilled water a couple of times, then use an approved coolant. It takes a few times to get everything to run clear. I switched to engine ice two years ago and it works as advertised.

 

[nosbig]

You can use whatever you want to as long as it's approved for aluminum. Just make absolutely sure you do not mix chemistries. If you switch, flush the hell outta the system using plain tap water, finish with distilled water a couple of times, then use an approved coolant. It takes a few times to get everything to run clear. I switched to engine ice two years ago and it works as advertised.

I agree 100%. I use engine ice in our mx bikes and it works great. Just remember if you live in a part of the country that gets cold the freeze point is high.

 

[E Zurcher]

I agree 100%. I use engine ice in our mx bikes and it works great. Just remember if you live in a part of the country that gets cold the freeze point is high.

Good Point. Engine Ice is good to -26 degrees F. Ethylene Glycol is good to -80 if mixed properly. I used to live in Minot, ND and engine ice would have froze solid there.

Not a problem for garage storage in ABQ, NM.

 

[keene757]

You can use whatever you want to as long as it's approved for aluminum. Just make absolutely sure you do not mix chemistries. If you switch, flush the hell outta the system using plain tap water, finish with distilled water a couple of times, then use an approved coolant. It takes a few times to get everything to run clear. I switched to engine ice two years ago and it works as advertised.

Thanks a lot!!!