> It's my understanding that we are only supposed to use a 50-50 water to coolant > mix in our Wasserboxers. According to the back of the jug and my little tester > dohickey ---- this resulting mix is good to -30 celsius or -22 fahrenheit. What > do listees in cold climes use?? Here in Toronto it did get down to -30 celsisu > last year --- but no colder ---- and I'm wondering if I should be increasing my > mix to be on the safe side --- I don't have it in front of me, but I think I remember the Bentley saying you could do a 60 coolant / 40 water mix.... but probably not necessary if you keep your van in a garage at night.... as the garage temp doesn't go as low as the outside.... at least attached garages.... bill |
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