OK, now the question is:

What about the electrolytic reaction between dissimilar metals?  My
understanding is that one of the functions of antifreeze is to protect
metals.

Karl Wolz

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Rocket J Squirrel
Sent: Saturday, December 12, 2009 3:26 PM
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Subject: Re: About coolant

My son will be pleased to know that he's right.