Cooling System Maintenance ?

[Travis]

I have a related question;

What is the "Normal" level of coolant when the engine is cold?
(as looking at the level indicator on the reservoir)

When cold my level indicator shows just over the minimum, when hot is is at the Max level.

On my SUV the coolant reservoir shows the same level wheather cold of hot.

-T

[MNBoxster]

Originally Posted by Travis

I have a related question;

What is the "Normal" level of coolant when the engine is cold?
(as looking at the level indicator on the reservoir)

When cold my level indicator shows just over the minimum, when hot is is at the Max level.

On my SUV the coolant reservoir shows the same level wheather cold of hot.

-T

Hi,

The Manual states that the Coolant level s/b checked when it is COLD and that the fill mark should lie between the MIN and MAX indexes. Hope this helps...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

[djomlas]

well if you leave a bottle of regular water sit for 24hrs its the same thing as distilled water, or something like that

[FrayAdjacent]

Originally Posted by djomlas

well if you leave a bottle of regular water sit for 24hrs its the same thing as distilled water, or something like that

Not likely. I wouldn't try this method if you intend to use this water in your Porsche.

Go to the store and get real distilled water if you intend to flush your system yourself.

OTOH, you could use filtered water... but I bet store bought distilled water is even more pure.


Why risk putting crap in your PORSCHE??

[MNBoxster]

Originally Posted by djomlas

well if you leave a bottle of regular water sit for 24hrs its the same thing as distilled water, or something like that

Hi,

Sorry, distilled water is water which is boiled, or otherwise evaporated, to vapor which is captured and recondensed into a liquid. All Minerals and other impurities are left behind in this process.

Leaving Tap Water sit for 24 Hrs. will de-Chlorinate it (the Chlorine will evaporate away), but hard minerals like Calcium, Lime, and Metals will remain and you don't want these in your cooling system...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

[djomlas]

well when i did it last time i used destilled water so no worries hehe

[por986]

2001 S (38K mi)

I went to a local GoodYear, and they quoted $100 for the radiator flush + the cost of the coolant which I have to provide. I haven't found any of the recommended coolants in my Texas town (not pepboys, autozone, walmart, napa). Order online?

They use a "BG" flushing system(http://www.bg-international.net/?categoryId=1898). Does anyone know what that entails and if it is okay for a porsche?

Thanks!

[superglide]

I have the same question; does ANYONE out there have any experience/advice/opinions on the use of the power fluid exchange system (BG does seem to be the largest supplier) on their 986/996 cooling systems?

There is a flush component to the power exchange, prior to the replacement of the new coolant. To me this system seems to be the most efficient and thorough method, as well as knowing that the old fluid is properly disposed of. But doing any harm outweighs any possible benefits, in the way of efficiency, thoroughness, PC disposal, etc.

Shops in my area are offering the BG extration/flush/replacement fo $85 + or - a few bucks. I assume that the substitution of the Extended Life Zerex or whichever of the products that Jim has listed; would add to that cost.

I'd like to do or have this done soon, so any replies will be appreciated.
Fine in '09.
Andy

Originally Posted by por986

2001 S (38K mi)

I went to a local GoodYear, and they quoted $100 for the radiator flush + the cost of the coolant which I have to provide. I haven't found any of the recommended coolants in my Texas town (not pepboys, autozone, walmart, napa). Order online?

They use a "BG" flushing system(http://www.bg-international.net/?categoryId=1898). Does anyone know what that entails and if it is okay for a porsche?

Thanks!