Powerram250C Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 Fresh inframe overhaul on a dt414 in a 1066 and wondering what antifreeze is best to use. It doesn't have a coolant filter but I just plan on running coolant that has the correct "stuff" in it, and checking and changing it when needed. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermechanic Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 What do you run in the rest of your equipment? will you stock different coolants for different pieces? keep it simple, use what you have been using. If you currently are running all different colors/ types consider switching all your equipment to dexcool. did the dexcool switch about 7 years back . Best move ever. now all trucks, tractors, light trucks and associated equipment use the same stuff in the radiator. I get the 55 gallon drums of premix, less hassle with keeping solution strength up to specs. Also, when was the last time you mixed full strength antifreeze with distilled water, you most likely used what comes from the hose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram250C Posted May 24, 2021 Author Share Posted May 24, 2021 Supermechanic, that is a good idea. Green in most of the equipment except for vehicles. Does GM/dexcool have the good stuff to help out with electrolysis (if it does) and lime scale buildup? You're correct on the full strength coolant. Usually just gets the hydrant water added, which is full of crap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermechanic Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 As I understand it (as explained to me by the man who supplies all my fluids), electrolysis and corrosion occur mostly in systems that have a lot of dissolved air in the coolant solution. So , if you have a system that leaks, and requires frequent make-up fluid, or have a consumption problem, which also necessitates frequent addition of coolant, you will find that no manufacturers product will offer proper protection. The thing to remember, all coolants require replacement as the chemical additives are depleted. A good reading on the hydrometer only indicates freeze protection, you can have worn out fluid that won't freeze till -40. There is also a new trend towards the ELC (extended life coolant) that is marketed by Caterpillar. I have insufficient experience with this product to say whether it is the way to go. If you keep it fresh, keep it clean,and keep it full you should have very few problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram250C Posted May 24, 2021 Author Share Posted May 24, 2021 That is very knowledgeable and good words of wisdom to go by. That does make sense. Thanks again for all your input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike newman Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 ..it certainly does.......and when you have blokes working with you.....who have zero interest in'your ' equipment...the pre mixed product at least means the ''coolant hygiene '' is addressed correctly..... Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitty Posted June 2, 2021 Share Posted June 2, 2021 I will only use fleetgaurd eseg complete antifreeze in our wet sleeve engines. We use drain antifreeze in anything else at the farm that we get from a junkyard or drained from one of our wet sleeve engines. This helps "blend" our price down . I would consider adding the filter setup for added protection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigequip Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 I was told that engines should run the Green Anti freeze as it does not gel up like the Orange anti freeze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkG Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Use the coolant Cummins currently recommends. It was found that some additives, hard water, and sometimes low temperatures could cause silicates to precipitate and plug radiators and coolant passages. The stuff Cummins currently recommends takes care of this problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksfarmdude Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 I use John Deere 50-50 premix coolguard in all my farm tractors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightninboy Posted August 25, 2021 Share Posted August 25, 2021 On 6/1/2021 at 9:15 PM, bitty said: We use drain antifreeze in anything else at the farm that we get from a junkyard or drained from one of our wet sleeve engines. This helps "blend" our price down . Just because you have freeze protection doesn't mean you have complete protection obtained by new coolant at prescribed intervals. But it's your call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdfarabaugh Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 Ive switched everything over to FinalCharge which is OAT extended life coolant and had no issues. Dont have an issue with green but its nice to not worry near as much with coolant maintenance. Cavitation issues are much more of a rarity now that ELC is mainstream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardknocks Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Yes use fleetcharge. Made just for diesels and buy it premixed so it’s right. I buy by 55gallon drum. Lot cheaper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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