In a message dated 08/08/2006 10:45:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

What are  the pros and cons of blue vs green vs orange coolant?

This is for a 91  syncro westy.  I know this has been discussed in the
past, and that it  is important to use phosphate-free coolant with
distilled water.  But  I'm still unclear about the colors.  Seems like
most people recommend  the green coolant, but blue is maybe better
though more  expensive?

Recommendations on brands much appreciated.

Where did you find green coloured coolant that is  phosphate free ?  I have
never seen any green coloured coolant in my neck  of the woods that is
phosphate free.  So........therefore......green is a  no-no !  In my estimation ANY
Phosphate free coolant is good.  Not  good to mix the colours as you may confuse
the next mechanic looking at the  system but as long as your sure it's all
phosphate free the colour mixing won't  change a thing in how it works.

Cheers,

Frank  Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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