Series 3 - Anti freeze

· 3 · 1513

0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic.

*

j16mul

  • *****
  • Posts: 30
Series 3 - Anti freeze
« on: August 29, 2011, 09:07:30 AM »
Hi,
quick question.
I have a series 3 2.25 petrol and i am unsure if antifreeze is correct mixture in radiator.

Am i best draining and starting from scratch if so any particular antifreeze and what mixture.

Joe

*

bilko68

  • **
  • Posts: 59
Re: Series 3 - Anti freeze
« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2011, 07:57:21 PM »
Hi Joe
It should be a 50% mix for antifreeze, buy a gallon and you have plenty for topping up.
Use the ethylene glycol type (blue stuff)
It might be a good idea to flush the rad out with a garden hose (run it till clear), removing all the crud from the bottom.
i think most anti freeze lifespan only really lasts two winters.
regards willie

*

j16mul

  • *****
  • Posts: 30
Re: Series 3 - Anti freeze
« Reply #2 on: September 06, 2011, 10:48:15 AM »
cheers willie