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Anti- freeze and coolant

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Hi all is halfords advanced ready mixed anti-freeze and coolant ok for my storm 02reg it is silicate free and ok for aluminium engines it is a 50/50 mix cheers jd :think:
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That sounds correct, I used the halfords advanced undiluted 2l can of anti freeze and a gallon of distilled water and mixed my own, but same effect
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+1 on that from me also :thumbup:

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Thanks for the help done it today and HAPPY NEW YEAR :beer:
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+2 from me, I like using the ready mixed stuff cause when I had a small water leak I came across it immediately cause of the high orange colour.
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I use same stuff, keep saying to my self im going to get ENGINE ICE stuff ive read about and seen on ebay but never got round to getting it
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seb421 wrote:I use same stuff, keep saying to my self im going to get ENGINE ICE stuff ive read about and seen on ebay but never got round to getting it
That is only coolant no antifreeze I think.
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i use 100% glycol in mine,,, commercial stuff used in process chillers.
works for me.
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bazza696 wrote:
seb421 wrote:I use same stuff, keep saying to my self im going to get ENGINE ICE stuff ive read about and seen on ebay but never got round to getting it
That is only coolant no antifreeze I think.
Defo getting some next time...

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant â„¢ demonstrates outstanding cooling capabilities and corrosion prevention performance in all government, manufacturer and standard industry tests. Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant â„¢ meets all the requirements of ASâ„¢ D5216 (Propylene Glycol Base Engine Coolant), the corrosion prevention requirements of ASâ„¢ D 3306, ASâ„¢ D 4985, GM 1899, and GM 1825 including ASâ„¢ D 1384 (Glassware Corrosion), ASâ„¢ D 2570 (Simulated Service), ASâ„¢ D 2809 (Cavitations Erosion - Aluminum Pumps), & ASâ„¢ D 4340 (Hot Surface Aluminum Corrosion).

In addition, Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant â„¢ provides outstanding protection against boil-over and freezing damage.

Is Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant “Silicate Free” and “Phosphate free?”

Yes, Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant is both silicate and phosphate free.

Is it an antifreeze?

Yes, Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant is an antifreeze offering freeze protection to -26oF (26 degrees below zero)


Is it safe for aluminum?

Yes, Engine Ice Hi-Performance Coolant is safe for aluminum and most all metals.
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