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Best method of flushing old coolant?

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Hi guys

I'm going to dump the coolant this weekend and refill with new Motul concentrate @ 50:50.

What's the most effective method of flushing the old stuff? Not sure what brand it is and don't want to mix it with the new gear...

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Best method of flushing old coolant?

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It will be ok just to empty the system & refill & run with distilled water ( de ionized ) for a few minutes just to absorb any of the old coolant....empty system out then refill with your new brand...job done.
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Yeah was thinking along those lines - thanks.

Gave it two flushes with straight water then in went the 50:50

Perfect!
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Best method of flushing old coolant?

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cornishwrecker220 wrote:It will be ok just to empty the system & refill & run with distilled water ( de ionized ) for a few minutes just to absorb any of the old coolant....empty system out then refill with your new brand...job done.
That sounds like a good idea to me. Good tip.
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Anyone here use Engine Ice?
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Mayor Brap Brap wrote:Anyone here use Engine Ice?
I do. Have had no problems at all. Even trail riding my yz250 no rad. boil overs. I like the fact it is ready to go from the jug.
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