aftercooler fluid
01-25-2006, 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by ex-eclipse,Jan 25 2006, 08:28 PM
Wow, you guys are both correct. One point will be awarded to both of you!
01-25-2006, 06:59 PM
#24
My summary:
When using water, use deionized or distilled water to avoid mineral build up.
Don't use plain water due to corrosion.
Water wetter added to water or antifreeze mix will increase heat transfer.
Water pump lubrication is not an issue with aftercooler pumps.
Cold climates require protection against freezing usually with a glycol antifreeze.
Water wetter being a surface active agent will allow coolant to leak easier from loose or inadequately sealed fittings.
Water wetter, antifreeze and water are all compatable.
Dilution recommendations (glycols and water wetter) are printed on the container labels. Water wetter is recommended at one ounce per quart of water.
When using water, use deionized or distilled water to avoid mineral build up.
Don't use plain water due to corrosion.
Water wetter added to water or antifreeze mix will increase heat transfer.
Water pump lubrication is not an issue with aftercooler pumps.
Cold climates require protection against freezing usually with a glycol antifreeze.
Water wetter being a surface active agent will allow coolant to leak easier from loose or inadequately sealed fittings.
Water wetter, antifreeze and water are all compatable.
Dilution recommendations (glycols and water wetter) are printed on the container labels. Water wetter is recommended at one ounce per quart of water.
01-26-2006, 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by xviper,Jan 25 2006, 08:33 PM
First of all, VTEC has no bearing upon the aftercooler cooling system. It is run by a constant velocity pump. When your ignition is ON, the pump is ON. It doesn't change with the changes in rpm or VTEC.
Any new cooling system will take 2 to 3 driving cycles to completely burp out all the air. If you have topped it off 2 to 3 times now and it still requires more fluid, then you have a small leak someplace.
Any new cooling system will take 2 to 3 driving cycles to completely burp out all the air. If you have topped it off 2 to 3 times now and it still requires more fluid, then you have a small leak someplace.
01-29-2006, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Sideways,Jan 27 2006, 03:52 AM
There should be no evaporation. The system is closed. Keep adding and look for leaks.
01-28-2007, 01:27 PM
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Is this where the coolant is supposed to go for the after cooler?
a 50/50 mixture is the prefered to use for what i understand?
I just checked and it is bone dry, wonder if the previous owner ever checked it
how full should this be filled?
a 50/50 mixture is the prefered to use for what i understand?
I just checked and it is bone dry, wonder if the previous owner ever checked it
how full should this be filled?
