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Old 03-22-2010   #2
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Default Re: Coolant

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Originally Posted by jrd1990zr1 View Post
Pulled the radiator, flushed out and flushed out the garbage from between the fins. New hoses so I am wondering what should I use for coolant.

I see an older post about "Dexcool".

What is the best coolant to put back in a 1990?

Your thoughts are appreciated.

I use NAPA, it has the silicates (says it on the bottle) and meets the 1825-M GM spec. It's green in color and inexpensive.

Your main concern is that you want ethylene glycol with silicates and it must meet 1825-M GM Spec.

GM part # 12378560 (expensive) and Original Zerex are other options.

DO NOT USE DEXCOOL WHICH CAN BE ANY COLOR BUT IT IS TYPICALLY ORANGE OR RED.

Good Luck!

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