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russcarver
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 35
Location: Erie, CO (Denver area)
Points: 816
Registration date: 2010-04-14
 |  Subject: What type of coolant to use?  Sun Sep 26, 2010 12:25 pm | |
| I'm going to be replacing my coolant soon. Does anyone have any advice on which coolant to use? Also, does anyone know how to get a "new sealing washer" as described in the service manual (part #, cost, etc...)?
--Russ |
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john grinsel
Silver Wing Expert
Number of posts: 528
Points: 1601
Registration date: 2009-08-18
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Sun Sep 26, 2010 1:39 pm | |
| Simple---got to a Honda bike dealer and buy the right stuff, I think it can help avoid future water pump problems. They, parts, should be able to answer you other question.
John Grinsel Paying a little more for something done every 2 years or so= so what. |
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bigbird
Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts: 2160
Location: Winnipeg Canada
Points: 3057
Registration date: 2010-05-02
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Sun Sep 26, 2010 3:30 pm | |
| Honda's premixed 50/50 type 2 coolant (blue) is very highly rated. You can search and read about it here:
http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=postlist&Board=35&page=1 |
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edbancro
Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 158
Location: Western Pennsylvania
Points: 1115
Registration date: 2009-10-30
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Mon Sep 27, 2010 4:24 pm | |
| | russcarver wrote: | I'm going to be replacing my coolant soon. Does anyone have any advice on which coolant to use? Also, does anyone know how to get a "new sealing washer" as described in the service manual (part #, cost, etc...)?
--Russ |
The specs are something with silicate-free corrosion inhibitors - the coolant jug will say (I used Prestone). The usual 50/50 mix applies, always try to use distilled water. The sealing washer is probably only a couple dollars, but I didn't replace mine when I did it (my opinion is that it's one of those it-will-probably-last-a-couple-of-changes-even-though-they-say-to-replace-it-every-time parts  ). |
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mikef
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 36
Age: 63
Location: Eugene, Oregon
Points: 716
Registration date: 2010-07-19
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Tue Nov 16, 2010 7:00 pm | |
| | edbancro wrote: | | russcarver wrote: | I'm going to be replacing my coolant soon. Does anyone have any advice on which coolant to use? Also, does anyone know how to get a "new sealing washer" as described in the service manual (part #, cost, etc...)?
--Russ |
The specs are something with silicate-free corrosion inhibitors - the coolant jug will say (I used Prestone). The usual 50/50 mix applies, always try to use distilled water. The sealing washer is probably only a couple dollars, but I didn't replace mine when I did it (my opinion is that it's one of those it-will-probably-last-a-couple-of-changes-even-though-they-say-to-replace-it-every-time parts ). |
I use the same stuff, both in the Silverwing and the Goldwing. Same thing with the sealing washer. Maybe next time? |
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RNoodle
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 5
Points: 576
Registration date: 2010-11-02
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Fri Nov 19, 2010 5:44 pm | |
| Can anyone give some go by tips on how to change the coolant and brake fluid? Of course pics would be great. I'm moderately mechanically capable but don't have a garage full of tools. Is this a realistic DIY project? Also, in the spirit of being environmentally friendly, where do you dispose of old coolant and brake fluid? Thanks guys! |
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bigbird
Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts: 2160
Location: Winnipeg Canada
Points: 3057
Registration date: 2010-05-02
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Fri Nov 19, 2010 7:59 pm | |
| Unless someone wants to scan you the info, and there's lots of it, I suggest investing in a service manual. |
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mikef
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 36
Age: 63
Location: Eugene, Oregon
Points: 716
Registration date: 2010-07-19
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Fri Nov 19, 2010 8:21 pm | |
| It is definately a DIY project. The fluid can be drained from the left side of the engine, after removing some plastic. For the brakes, I use a MinVac, purchased from just about anywhere. Got mine from Harbor Freight. Just connect to the bleeder on the calipers and draw the fluid through, making sure you keep topping off the fluid in the master cylinders. I do this after changing brake pads. That way, my fluid never really getts old.
A manual would be a good investment, but I think if you do a search in the forum, you may find location and directions for changing the antifreeze. I did this, before I got my manual. |
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exavid
Silver Wing Rider
Number of posts: 412
Age: 69
Location: Medford, Oregon
Points: 1481
Registration date: 2009-07-17
| | Subject: Re: What type of coolant to use? Fri Nov 19, 2010 10:26 pm | |
| I'm not sure about the coolant pump in the SW but the Honda Goldwing manual calls for non-silicate coolant. Silicates can chew the main seal in the pump over time. I suspect the same is true of the SW. Prestone Extended Life 50/150 antifreeze is silicate free. Also Peak antifreeze Long Life antifreeze is silicate free. If in doubt google the manufacturer for that info. I always buy full strength antifreeze and a gallon of distilled water. You get a lot more coolant for the money that way compared to premix. |
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