andy99ppp

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Hi guys, can you tell me what and how much coolant is needed in my 99 classic?

1509joe

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7.2 litres

alcazar

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The whole system holds 7.2 litres, but you'll probably end up only getting about 4-5 litres in, the rest doesn't drain.

As far as what, just go to a decent motor factors and buy stuff suitable for an alloy engine, with corrosion inhibitor...most are these days.

DO however, PLEASE DO a search, under my name, for how to drain and refill without airlocking...or your next post is likely to be, "How do I get rid of an airlock", (there is no known way), or even, "Have my head gaskets gone?"

ossett2k2

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Still can't believe after all the how to threads on this that alcazar hasn't got a sticky up on this

alcazar

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IB not interested unless it makes money for them?

ossett2k2

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Tell IB you will give them 10% on all profits of good will!
Oh hang on IB don't do good will

The Rig

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When I last did my coolant I got the extra out by running engine for 10 seconds , naughty but it pushed out the litre or so I wanted out

For a 99 classic I'm sure you can use the Blue glycol stuff , I think from about 2002 onwards you need to use the OAT stuff

andy99ppp

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Done it today cheers! Used pink OAT stuff.

alcazar

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Oooooh.

How much did you get in?

Because you aren't supposed to mix the two types.

The Rig

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Not sure OAT is correct for a 99 car, it foams up as the engine metals react with it hence you need glycol stuff

andy99ppp

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Got 5 litres in! Seems to be working very well....

alcazar

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OK buddy, you know best.