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Old Jan 2, 2016 | 08:18 PM
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Has anyone every used Caterpillar ELC red coolant? I know guys that use it in diesels instead of dexcool and the price is right for me! $0!!!
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Old Jan 2, 2016 | 09:40 PM
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Not me, but aslong as it doesnt react with the dexcool or green coolant and make sludge, then go ahead I guess.
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Old Jan 3, 2016 | 10:12 PM
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You have to do a full system flush with water before adding the Cat ELC. It cannot be mixed with any other coolant (even any-type coolant) due to sludge formation. The protective properties are decent as long as mixing and purity is maintained.
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Old Jan 9, 2016 | 07:30 AM
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Well, I flushed the coolant system out petty good and filled it with ELC, seems to run fine. Def gets up to temp a little quicker than before.I'll keep you posted
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