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dman1982 · 05-13-2014, 08:17 PM

I'm at the parts store, ran my motor specs in the computer and it says to run orange coolant, what are you guys running???

dman1982 · 05-13-2014, 08:20 PM

And I'm using a stock radiator

clinebarger · 05-13-2014, 08:21 PM

I run Dexcool in my Swap & Duramax with no problems, I would run whatever coolant your running in the F-body (Factory Dexcool).

cableguy0 · 05-13-2014, 08:27 PM

Really you can run whatever you want if your starting out with a clean and empty block and radiator. The biggest thing is DONT mix types of coolant. They will do very nasty things when mixed. The early dex cool was a problem. Current dex cool works fine. Most vehicles are now using orange coolant of some sort because the newer coolants last a lot longer and are less corrosive to the cooling system. I generally run green because its cheaper but I tear stuff apart often enough that the coolant stays fresh. If your planning to add coolant and forget about it for a long while use dexcool.

dman1982 · 05-13-2014, 09:22 PM

Thanks guys, gotta get coolant tonight, I'll stick with green

Andy4639 · 05-13-2014, 11:51 PM

I'm running the orange stuff now since I have the 6.0 LQ4 installed. That's what it recommends so that is what I have.

dman1982 · 05-14-2014, 12:03 AM

I thought about that too, but since using stock rad, and having no issues with the green stuff, sticking with it

littlevictories · 05-14-2014, 12:16 AM

i use the zerex g05 stuff for toyotas.
when its on sale i buy a bunch. love that stuff.

05-13-2014, 08:17 PM	#1
dman1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: jacksonville nc Posts: 1,229	Coolant question?? I'm at the parts store, ran my motor specs in the computer and it says to run orange coolant, what are you guys running??? __________________ Sgt Dennis Heineman USMC Aviation Ordnance I.Y.A.O.Y.A.S 2001-Present 84 K10 2000 trans am ws6 2011 nissan altima 2009 Troy Built with a 42 Inch Deck My LS Swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6559371

05-13-2014, 08:20 PM	#2
dman1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: jacksonville nc Posts: 1,229	Re: Coolant question?? And I'm using a stock radiator __________________ Sgt Dennis Heineman USMC Aviation Ordnance I.Y.A.O.Y.A.S 2001-Present 84 K10 2000 trans am ws6 2011 nissan altima 2009 Troy Built with a 42 Inch Deck My LS Swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6559371

05-13-2014, 08:21 PM	#3
clinebarger Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 6,370	Re: Coolant question?? I run Dexcool in my Swap & Duramax with no problems, I would run whatever coolant your running in the F-body (Factory Dexcool).

05-13-2014, 08:27 PM	#4
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	Re: Coolant question?? Really you can run whatever you want if your starting out with a clean and empty block and radiator. The biggest thing is DONT mix types of coolant. They will do very nasty things when mixed. The early dex cool was a problem. Current dex cool works fine. Most vehicles are now using orange coolant of some sort because the newer coolants last a lot longer and are less corrosive to the cooling system. I generally run green because its cheaper but I tear stuff apart often enough that the coolant stays fresh. If your planning to add coolant and forget about it for a long while use dexcool. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

05-13-2014, 09:22 PM	#5
dman1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: jacksonville nc Posts: 1,229	Re: Coolant question?? Thanks guys, gotta get coolant tonight, I'll stick with green __________________ Sgt Dennis Heineman USMC Aviation Ordnance I.Y.A.O.Y.A.S 2001-Present 84 K10 2000 trans am ws6 2011 nissan altima 2009 Troy Built with a 42 Inch Deck My LS Swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6559371

05-13-2014, 11:51 PM	#6
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Coolant question?? I'm running the orange stuff now since I have the 6.0 LQ4 installed. That's what it recommends so that is what I have. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-14-2014, 12:03 AM	#7
dman1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: jacksonville nc Posts: 1,229	Re: Coolant question?? I thought about that too, but since using stock rad, and having no issues with the green stuff, sticking with it __________________ Sgt Dennis Heineman USMC Aviation Ordnance I.Y.A.O.Y.A.S 2001-Present 84 K10 2000 trans am ws6 2011 nissan altima 2009 Troy Built with a 42 Inch Deck My LS Swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6559371

05-14-2014, 12:16 AM	#8
littlevictories Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Portland, Ore. Posts: 348	Re: Coolant question?? i use the zerex g05 stuff for toyotas. when its on sale i buy a bunch. love that stuff.



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