I have heard of others using Sierra without problem.

As to the previous comment, I believe the correct coolant from VW for the
vanagon is blue, not the pink stuff.  Though I have had them try to sell me
the pink before, then double-check the part number and bring out the right
stuff.  Also, yes, it would be worth it to get rid of the unknown green
coolant, flush thoroughly, and replace it with blue Autobahn, Havoline
orange juice, or Sierra green.  It should be changed every couple of years
anyway, so you're due.

bmc   :)
"Faith will move mountains, but you'd better bring a shovel...."

> Hi all,
> I have noticed all the concern over "the green stuff" - and I just
> wanted to mention, not all the green stuff is bad. I buy an
> eco-friendly brand that is green. It is phosphate free and silica
> free. it is not more expensive than most other brands. I buy it in my
> local Pep Boys parts store. It is called Sierra. Has anyone used this
> before? I am not having problems with it. I have 112,000 miles on my
> baby!
>
>
> At 10:10 AM -0400 8/31/02, Stu Schwartz wrote:
>> Okay..it looks like I have the green stuff in my engine and it's
>> been there for about 2 years...
>>
>> Is it worth it for me to drain it and put the pink stuff in?
>>
>> It's a 1991 2.1 liter engine...works nice.
>>
>> --peace--
>> stu and ginger and jasmine
>> Arlington, VA
>> 1991 Westy (MZ MAGIC)
>
>
> --
> Happy motoring!
>
> Timothy in Phoenix,
> 84 Vanagon "Sparkii"
> 69 Bus "Buster"
>