deionized water??
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deionized water??
ok,been reading on the coolant flush and fill....got the rotella ultra elc...after reading here and on the label, it says to mix with deionized water (for best results)...i have searched all the grocery stores around and the closest thing i found is distilled water..where can i get deionized water??? haven't made wally world yet..will distilled work??
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I looked for deionized water at wally a couple days ago and all I found was distilled or filtered water.their brand filtered water came from our water company which comes from the lake down the road from me
FWIW on my Cat motors the book said not to use distilled water
FWIW on my Cat motors the book said not to use distilled water
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Here's what Gooch, the respected coolant expert has to say about tap water and distilled water.
Stewart
Even some of the best tap water will contain undesirable minerals, dissolved salts, and acids. Those components, like calcium, iron, magnesium, carbonates, hydroxides, nitrates, and so on, not only reduce the life of the coolant, but they reduce its ability to protect the cooling system. Those of us experienced with cooling systems know that tap water undoubtedly leads to exacerbated cooling system failures.
Since tap water is not pH neutral, it changes the desired alkalinity of the coolant formulation when mixed with the coolant. Distilled water, although not always completely mineral-free, is generally more neutral than reverse osmosis and purified water.
By using proper cooling system maintenance, you won't need to worry about having your radiator rodded or replaced.
You could flush with tap water, as long as your tap water was exceptional. Otherwise it is best to make your final flush(es) with distilled water. Always fill with distilled water.
It doesn't matter what conditions you operate your vehicle under. Coolant with distilled water will always protect your cooling system better and longer than tap water.
Using tap water for coolant maintenance...is second-rate maintenance. That is not opinion, but a well-known fact.
Where coolants are concerned, the facts are the facts. Using tap water will have consequences down the road...reduced protection, reduced coolant life, increased maintenance, and premature repair.
Using tap water is sloppy, second-rate work.
Since tap water is not pH neutral, it changes the desired alkalinity of the coolant formulation when mixed with the coolant. Distilled water, although not always completely mineral-free, is generally more neutral than reverse osmosis and purified water.
By using proper cooling system maintenance, you won't need to worry about having your radiator rodded or replaced.
You could flush with tap water, as long as your tap water was exceptional. Otherwise it is best to make your final flush(es) with distilled water. Always fill with distilled water.
It doesn't matter what conditions you operate your vehicle under. Coolant with distilled water will always protect your cooling system better and longer than tap water.
Using tap water for coolant maintenance...is second-rate maintenance. That is not opinion, but a well-known fact.
Where coolants are concerned, the facts are the facts. Using tap water will have consequences down the road...reduced protection, reduced coolant life, increased maintenance, and premature repair.
Using tap water is sloppy, second-rate work.
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Thanks Steward, I missed reading that....
Started this project last night, The block plugs are being stuborn, it got dark so i soaked them down with penatrating oil and will try agean today, If they are still unwilling to come out..Has anyone ever used air to blow the cooling system out??? I may try that..low psi,put air on same heater hose as flush kit, leave drain plug open..??then fill with distilled water and flush agean....
Started this project last night, The block plugs are being stuborn, it got dark so i soaked them down with penatrating oil and will try agean today, If they are still unwilling to come out..Has anyone ever used air to blow the cooling system out??? I may try that..low psi,put air on same heater hose as flush kit, leave drain plug open..??then fill with distilled water and flush agean....
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I flushed and filled with the ELC about a month ago.I did not pull the plugs.I just pulled the stat and re-installed the housing.Filled,ran(with heater on) and drained until clear water came out.Poured in the ELC and added the water.
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What he said, when I went to take plug out of driver side it didn't want to budge so I didn't even try the other. I could just see myself making a helluva mess fighting the plugs.
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Update.....give up on the block plugs befor something really goes wrong...wishfull thinking HUH....went to remove thermostat and low and behold bolt next to block breaks
..after a lot of cusing kicking and throwing the normal fit....get a plan.. use only 2 bolts and blue glue?? hhuummm no good....remove water pump, drill and tap?? maybe easeout??..The last two are the plan..I will keep you posted shortly, had to break and make a beer run...I love my Truck
..after a lot of cusing kicking and throwing the normal fit....get a plan.. use only 2 bolts and blue glue?? hhuummm no good....remove water pump, drill and tap?? maybe easeout??..The last two are the plan..I will keep you posted shortly, had to break and make a beer run...I love my Truck
