Is it necesary to install a coolant filter on the 6.7's as on the IH engines or just prudent maint?

 

I haven't read anyone installing one or justifying the need to install one as well.

The only requirement is the Rotunda test to check the coolant is about it.

 

There's two tests that you run on the coolant. One is to check for contamination or someone adding the wrong old coolant. If you've done your own servicing there's no reason to look for the nitrites? (I think). The other test is to check the coolant "strength" and to see if it needs a bottle of reconditioning liquid. I've done two dip tests and so far I haven't had to add a bottle. It's probably time now though.

Opening the passenger side petcock is a pain. Rdenis made a very cool tool to open the petcock here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-pet*****.html

The pet***** are not normal. They are cam-type and only need to be turned 90 degrees.

 

There is a user on here that has one but I don't thnik it is installed yet.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...few-weeks.html

http://www.dieselsite.com/201167ldie...ntpending.aspx


I don't have any plans to install one........ I would be happy with a radiator that didn't leak

 

It doesn't say that the filters do anything for contaminants, which is the reason for doing a coolant test every 12k. While the Rotunda test kit is probably a necessity it is also a rip-off. You get about $5.00 worth of plastic bottles, plastic syringe and a color chart for $90.00. What a deal! When I opened the box, "Deja Vu". It reminds me of some sort of medical test kit that the hospital marks up 1000%.

 

For 90 bucks it'd be cheaper to just do a drain and refill.

 

That's me! Just got both systems in the mail after a little hiccup. Will update when I install.