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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 10:29 AM
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Preparing for radiator flush.

I have the Zerex (Diesel Ready-Extended Life) coolant. I like the idea of neat-and-clean for the block plugs (near starter and oil filter). They look 3/8 npt, are they? I want to screw barbs into those locations and attach hoses to run out to the side of the truck.
I do not mind putting a few more dollars into this. Any suggestions to make this flush neat and painless?
 
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 11:05 AM
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What's the purpose of the barbs and hose? You can run the engine with those open to flush, provided you are supplying an adaquate flow of new water.
 
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While following info here, the barbs and hose

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...formation.html

connections will give me more control while using the distilled water in multiple flushes.
 
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Originally Posted by A/Ox4
What's the purpose of the barbs and hose?
He wants to limit the splash/spray. Nicer, neater flush with less mess is what he's after.

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