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  1. rizzo308

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    #1 rizzo308, Aug 14, 2015
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    As I can't buy glycoshell I asked my local parts guy to get me some Zerex G-05 and this is what he sent me, it do's contain Ethylene glycol am I ok to use it in my 360.

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    #2 vrsurgeon, Aug 14, 2015
    IIRC that's fine is it an orange color? I wouldn't use it if it were regular Zerex...

    I use BMW coolant in mine purchased at the BMW dealer..
     
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    #3 rizzo308, Aug 14, 2015
    It's red in colour mix it 50/50 here's the specs
    Zerex DEX-COOL™ Antifreeze / Coolant Concentrate
    •Prevents cold weather freeze ups and hot weather boil overs.
    •Protects against hard water scale build up for both petrol and diesel engines.
    •Long life protection for up to 5 years or 240,000 km at 50% concentration.
    •Organic Acid Technology (OAT).
    •Phosphate & silicate free.
    •Colour: Red.
     
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    #4 mr_bock, Aug 14, 2015
    + 1 for the BMW product.

    I use that in my 2002 BMW M5 that has aluminum block and heads, same as my 2001 360.
     
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    Bimmer blue +1
     
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    #6 Doctor Mark, Aug 15, 2015
    If it is the orange Dexcool it is not compatible with the earlier green coolants and possibly blue stuff. Be sure to thoroughly remove all prior coolant before use as they can cause gelling if mixed.
    360 did not come with the Dexcool product. I would not chance use of the orange stuff.
     
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    #7 F-Serge, Aug 16, 2015
    I've been using green coolant from Autobarn in my 360, relatively inexpensive and works well.
     
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    #8 rizzo308, Aug 16, 2015
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    Stuff ur usin from A/b have ethylene glycol in it ??. After numerous phone calls and 1 hour spent I finally track G-05 concetrate down and will have it tomorrow. My engine has just been refitted 3-4 wks ago, whilst it was out I flushed the rads because what was in there is anyone's guess I know it wasn't shell stuff. I have distilled water with no coolant in there now, i to plan a fresh start I will the drain rads tomorrow and refill with G-05 after bringing the engine up to temp and working out how to get the heater working what FPITA that job is. Have not driven my car since sept last yr but she'll be ready 2-3 wks.

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    #9 f355spider, Aug 16, 2015
    +1 I would just get the BMW or Mercedes stuff.
     
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    #10 jackgt, Aug 17, 2015
    I believe dexcool is for GM products. I use the generic extra milage put in anything coolant in all my stuff. I tried to find out the differences in coolant and it was almost impossible. the main thing is the old green stuff IS different than the new stuff and can not be mixed.
     
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    #11 F-Serge, Aug 17, 2015
    yep, it's ethylene glycol stuff, I checked with Carl before putting it in, he pre-cautioned me against putting red coolant in as it would turn into gel when mixed with green coolant.

    *** update - here's the link to the coolant I use, 33% ethylene glycol: https://www.autobarn.com.au/nulon-antifreeze-oa01367-lltu5
     
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    #12 Kevin Rev'n, Aug 12, 2020
    I have been servicing my car and it's been on jack stands for a couple months. Decided to look at the coolant level and the tank is dry! I will now take the extra steps to check the trans fluid before I button her back up all the way but I wanted to get some coolant inbound in the event that the dealer just assigned my coolant flush to a jr tech and crossing my fingers I don't have bigger issues. I have had it done every service since I have owned the car so this is unexpected.

    Is this the stuff I want???

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    #13 Kevin Rev'n, Aug 13, 2020
    Looks like my gearbox oil is nice and clean so I am looking to top of the coolant. I bumped a couple threads to try and get an answer for what to purchase. It looks like Zerex 05 and 48 are in my neighborhood I just don't know which one to buy!
     
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    #14 PFSEX, Aug 13, 2020
    My mechanic recommends the BMW product.
     
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    #15 Kevin Rev'n, Aug 13, 2020
    Thanks you very much for a reply.

    That is going to take a month to ship!!!!
    I'm looking at a few different local choices now. There is a shell product that might work. Anyone know if this is good. i can get it from our local WestMarine.

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    #16 f355spider, Aug 13, 2020
    No BWW dealer or independent BMW service center in Honolulu? Or Mercedes?
     
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    #17 tazandjan, Aug 13, 2020
    I would not use any coolant that did not specifically state its additives protect against cylinder liner erosion. The Rotella ELC does state that.
     
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    #19 flash32, Aug 14, 2020
    Many posts(on and off of ferrarichat) about shell replacing ultra with Shell ELC NF


    Shell ELC NF is now there top tier coolant for mixed fleets including wet cylinder liners



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