Best coolant / antifreeze type?

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  1. Mikerocosms

    Mikerocosms Veteran

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    I have a small leak in my radiator and I am going to be upgrading to a 3 core all aluminum replacement. What is the best type of antifreeze coolant that works with out trucks? Should I go with Toyota Red or some other brand?


    Any comments, theories, past experience would be appreciated.
     
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  3. Litneon

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    The old green type is what they were designed to use. Just make sure to use distilled water if possible. Supposedly it helps prevent oxidation from electrolysis.
     
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