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UStifosi
05-03-2002, 06:19 AM
should I be using? I am new to the SVX world. I know certain Honda's call for special blends.

lee
05-03-2002, 09:43 AM
there's lots of brands - just make sure it says it's silicate free. The old style antifreeze had silicants in there that were tough on water pump seals (You can think of it like tiny grains of sand). Changing the water pump is a major job on the SVX, best done when its time for a timing belt change since that has to come off first anyway.

michael
08-05-2009, 05:54 PM
This thread was found using a search and had an appropriate name. It is old and I would like to fill it with some more detailed info. What coolant is the majority of SVX owners using? I have an old bottle of peak in the garage that I'm not sure if I should use.

SoCal LS-L
08-05-2009, 06:00 PM
I use the Prestone, its now advertised as long-life and "mix with any type of coolant". Ive been running the car in stop and go in 110 degree heat here in the high desert on my A1 Cardone waterpump...so far so good.

redlightningsvx
08-05-2009, 06:12 PM
I only use Subaru long life coolant since I get it free at work:p

NiftySVX
08-05-2009, 06:23 PM
why bother, just use the subaru stuff, mix with distilled water.

michael
08-05-2009, 06:47 PM
I just wanted to know if the subaru stuff was worth it. They do sell cooling system conditioner after all.:rolleyes: For the life of my SVX I have been using Prestone, the peak was purchased for my Rabbit. Tomorrow I'll have to show you Subaru's new and improved thermostat.:barf:

subiemech85
08-05-2009, 11:11 PM
I use SIERRA pg http://www.sierraantifreeze.com/ from Old World Industries, Inc

from http://www.zrxoa.org/forums/showthread.php?t=97351
I checked with Sierra and they say their coolant contains 250ppm of silicates. How does that compare to Engine Ice, LowTox or Honda's coolant.
FYI, this is a statement from Sierra/Peak:
"The Kawasaki is an Asian manufactured motorcycle and requires a Silicate
free antifreeze. I would recommend installing our PEAK GLOBAL ANTIFREEZE
which is Silicate free.
PEAK Tech Dept."

and more reading http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/3821/ShowPost.aspx

http://www.tractorsupply.com/automotive-anti-freeze-winterizers/sierra-antifreeze-coolant-0836045 have been using it for years :D

and for our four-legged friends http://www.beaglesunlimited.com/beaglehealth_antifreezepoisoning.htm