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Old Sep 28, 2023 | 05:30 PM
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Alternate supplier of the motorcraft DY coolant in '18+ Ford trucks

Valvoline Zerex finally released a compatible coolant. My local O'Reilly's had it in stock. Used on all 18+ Gasser and diesels and forward compatible with the old Orange (dexcool) that Ford ran for many years. You do need to flush out the old orange stuff but the new mountain dew yellow colored coolant should last a long long time.



When it gets back in stock you can get the motorcraft stuff in either concentrate or 50/50. The new Zerex is only available in 50/50.
 
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"Zerex Heavy Duty Nitrite Free Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant from Valvoline is formulated with next-generation chemistry to meet the extreme demands of today’s heavy-duty diesel engines. Cummins, DDC, International, Paccar, Volvo and Ford trucks require a nitrite-free ELC solution including ACERT and EGR technologies. This antifreeze/coolant can also be used in gasoline engines, stationary power, marine, natural gas and light duty applications. Our patented Organic Acid Technology (OAT) formula helps extend the longevity of your engine by protecting internal parts from cavitation and hard-water scale deposits while preventing freezing and boil-overs. Plus, this silicate, amine and borate-free formula helps safeguard cylinder liners and water pumps by protecting their internal surfaces from pitting and corrosion, too. And it’s guaranteed to perform for up to 10 years, 1,000,000 miles and 20,000 hours of operation with no supplemental coolant additives required when used in conformity with package and label instructions and specifications. When it comes to protecting and prolonging the performance of your heavy-duty engine, trust Zerex for the long haul."
 
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Odd that it starts at 2018. The 2017 came with the Orange and yellow is OK for 2017.
 
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Originally Posted by HRTKD
Odd that it starts at 2018. The 2017 came with the Orange and yellow is OK for 2017.
But, it is backward approved, so long as you flush the orange out.
Ford started using the yellow in july 2018.
 
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