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Subject:Re: replacing hose with minimal coolant loss
From:Jim Felder
Date:Tue, 9 Dec 2014 16:58:52 -0600

I just can't seem to keep it in the car for that long!

Jim

> On Dec 9, 2014, at 4:56 PM, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Good one!  That was a typo, I meant G-05, phosphate-free HOAT formula.
>  
> I ran Dexcool for 10 years (one flush and fill) in my ’84 with no problems, and G-05 is better.  Dexcool cause problems with some GM engines apparently.
>  
> Use the overpriced VW purple long life if you prefer, or change the short life coolant every two years.  I’m getting too old for that drill that often, even with the Libby bong.
>  
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antifreeze
>  
> Stuart
>  
> From: Jim Felder [mailto:jim.felder@gmail.com] 
> Sent: Tuesday, December 09, 2014 2:30 PM
> To: Stuart MacMillan
> Cc: Vanagon mailing list
> Subject: Re: replacing hose with minimal coolant loss
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>  
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> On Tue, Dec 9, 2014 at 11:50 AM, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:
>  I now use Zerex G-03 long life.
> 
> On a Vanagon? You are a true optimist, my man, in the category of an accordion player who carries a beeper!
>  
> Jim