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Does anyone know the specification requirements of coolant..Views : 1300 Replies : 14Users Viewing This Thread : |
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Aug 3rd, 2014, 10:25 | #11 |
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Hmm, that is surprising I would have thought over time it would break down. We use corrosion inhibitors at work and the demin water they go into needs to be topped up with them, usually every shift.
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Just use the volvo coolant and keep an eye on it , as long as it remains bright and clean it is fine , Corrosion results in the coolany going off colour , a browny colour . " Volvo Coolant is the only coolant adapted for and approved by Volvo and ensures continual good performance from the cooling system. The product gives very good protection against corrosion and is particularly kind to light-metal alloys inside the engine. Does not contain nitrites, amines or phosphates. The various part numbers contain the same product and the packaging is adapted to suit the requirements of different markets. The bottles are equipped with child-resistant caps. Contains ethylene glycol, inhibitors and denaturant. Coolant in drums should be ordered by the litre. Technical data Color: Blue Density at 20 °C: 1.12 g/cm³ Viscosity at 20 °C: 24 to 28 mm²/s Boiling point: min. +165 °C pH: 7 to 7.5 Maximum antifreeze protection: -51 °C (104°F) " That is the current specification , the tests were published in the 1990's when Green was superceeded to the current blue and there was no internet .. why not write to the factory they would be able to answer all your questions if you doubt volvo coolant !
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Aug 3rd, 2014, 12:40 | #13 |
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As Clan says. Volvo coolant is the dogs, mine is 12 years old and still looks clear and bright. No corrosion going on in there at all. And it doesnt cost much when you consider how long it lasts.
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Aug 3rd, 2014, 12:59 | #14 |
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Sorry meant no offence or to cast doubt over Clan or Volvo, I was just curious!
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Aug 3rd, 2014, 13:02 | #15 |
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Of course not , thats ok , there are lots of us here who have decades of experience ( each not cumulative ) with volvo and its products so that counts for something :-)
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