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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 12:19 PM
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Paying for a proper coolant flush

Due to time restraints (working a lot of hours right now) I want to drop my truck off somewhere and get a coolant flush. I want it done right and not just the normal procedure for any old gas engine. Has anybody had a good experience with any chain mechanic shop with coolant flushes or is there anything I can tell them to make sure it's done right?
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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It an '01 f250 with a 7.3 FYI.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 12:35 PM
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If it was me I'd just wait til the spring & do it myself & put the ELC coolant in it. The old saying "you want it done right do it yourself comes" to mind
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 02:32 PM
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I wouldn't, but thats me.

Whats the rush?
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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I'm way over due for one but I guess it can wait. Where can you dispose of coolant when done yourself?
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 02:48 PM
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They don't like to admit it, but here in TEXAS, any place that does that kind of work has to take yours too. Most auto parts places also accept it.
 
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