radiator shop quote

[Tx_Atty]

I called a recommended radiator shop about a flush and fill and would like y'all's input on his method.

First, (I can correct this with my manual) he said it only takes 3 gallons of fluid but this site says 8. I mentioned I thought it took 8 and he said oh, no it cant hold that much. Not too concerned there other than familiarity.

Second, I asked if their process included opening both block plugs and he said no. Here is where my question starts (finally) - he said they drain it then run water and air through ("in reverse") and clean out any junk in the overflow tank. How does that sound to the experts here?

I dont really want to fool with this myself but want it done right. The shop has been there a long time so I suppose they are familiar with it and maybe the tech will be more in tune. He did know it had green fluid.

Thanks!

 

[oi8228oi]

try this

from what i hear this is product ( http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=443 ) sounds really good, and can probably save you plenty of $$$ over time for only $79., and sounds easy to install. if nothing else read the article and learn something. im planing on getting one either this paycheck or next.
but thats just my ... good luck

 

[Tx_Atty]

Yeah, I plan to add one eventually but for now just want to get the radiator flushed and filled so I can put on the 203 thermo at the same time. I just dont want to screw around with the flush on my short weekend.

Any input on this shop's procedure?

 

[MUDWHISTLE]

IIRC if they don't open block plugs they will not get all of the old coolant out right? um er I think so any way. Also I know how they could run air through the system in reverse but is it possible to pump the coolant in reverse or did I misunderstand something? Also was this a technician explaining this or the guy who answers the phones and takes care of the customers at the front desk telling you this? If so he may not know exactly how it is performed I know my boss at work does not know much so he just directs the customer to one of us or has us come into his office. Just a thought.

 

[dpantazis]

Have a look here...Ford_Forgotten info

Daryl's pages are chock full of info. He has a page on coolant swap which has info on flush and fill.

http://www.forgotton.net/diesel/greengold/index.htm

Yes, 8 Gallons total system volume. Draining the block is good to do. If you are switching coolant do it. If you are sticking with same coolant, flushing a few times and reffiling is propably ok.

dp

 

[oi8228oi]

i bought one today... i talked myself into the coolant filter upgrade... and the ac heater core by pass...

 

[95_stroker]

I would be VERY leary of this shops procedure. Follow the instructions on Andersons page and you'll be fine.

 

[hheynow]

Peter, The local radiator shop near me gave me the same wrong answers and wouldn't remove the two plugs. I'd say do it yourself the correct way if you're determined to change out all the coolant. Besides replacing the t-stat (Putting in a 203* from DieselSite is... ), this is the proper time to change out the hoses as well.

 

[happeetxn]

Howdy All,
What is the advantage of the 203* thermostat? Sorry Peter, don't mean to hi-jack your post.
Craig

 

[Tx_Atty]

drive up the cost will you Richard?

It looks like I will just have to do it myself. It was the counter guy I talked to but I heard from another friend tonight that shop has declined and should be avoided.

Well, Im not doing it tomorrow so maybe next week.

Thanks for the input. As usual, I know I can count on straight info here.