Must be phosphate free.  If it doesn't say it is phosphate free, it isn't,
regardless of the compatibility claim on the label.  Zerex has a phosphate
free antifreeze, I don't know about Prestone.  Also, VW still sells the
blue stuff, though some dealers may not stock it.

mcneely

On Tue, Sep 19, 2017 at 10:17 AM, Larry Alofs <lalofs@gmail.com> wrote:

> If you use Prestone (or another quality brand) that says that it is
> compatible with all other anti-freezes, you won't have to worry about using
> something else if you have to buy some on the road somewhere.
>
> Buy concentrate and mix 50-50 with distilled water or water from a
> dehumidifier.
>
> Larry A.
>
>
> On Tue, Sep 19, 2017 at 12:40 PM, Steve Williams <
> steve@williamsitconsulting.com> wrote:
>
> > Hi,
> >
> > I just did a complete cooling system swap.  Hoses, stainless pipes,
> > stainless coolant tower, RMW aluminum tank, new thermostat housing, etc.
> >
> > I'm in Canada and in close proximity to Canadian Tire.  Is there a
> > recommended Brand anti-freeze for our beloved Vanagons?
> >
> > Having never bought it in volume before, should I get concentrated, or
> > pre-mix?  If I get concentrated, I assume I need to get de-mineralized
> > water from somewhere...  is that correct?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Steve Williams
> >
>