Antifreeze Question
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Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Louisville, KY
when it comes to the regular coolants that are used they are all the same, no brand is any better. you can get coolants like EVANS i believe it is called and pay a lot more but they are a lot better
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From: NW
Boatman,
I have a 2000, also, with 30K miles, and I am going to change mine out soon to the Gold Zerex GO-5. It is a long life coolant, HOAT, and will sufficiently provide the cavitation and corrosion protection your diesel engine needs, which is recommended for the Ford and Chrysler line. If you don't want that, then the Ford Gold will be great. Same thing, different label and price. Both are good for about a 100K miles before change is due, if flushed thoroughly and properly. I don't know about you, but I am going to change my upper radiator hose at the same time, because it is routed inside the serpentine belt, and get a hose that is routed outside. I may get the 203 degree thermostat , too while I have it drained.
I have a 2000, also, with 30K miles, and I am going to change mine out soon to the Gold Zerex GO-5. It is a long life coolant, HOAT, and will sufficiently provide the cavitation and corrosion protection your diesel engine needs, which is recommended for the Ford and Chrysler line. If you don't want that, then the Ford Gold will be great. Same thing, different label and price. Both are good for about a 100K miles before change is due, if flushed thoroughly and properly. I don't know about you, but I am going to change my upper radiator hose at the same time, because it is routed inside the serpentine belt, and get a hose that is routed outside. I may get the 203 degree thermostat , too while I have it drained.
