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Old 06-06-2001, 02:58 PM
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Default Coolant gunk
Checked the level yesterday and saw brown clumps floating in the reservoir. I think I'll change/flush. Question: do I need to get the special red coolant from the dealer or is there a name brand out there that is an adequate substitute?
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As long as its not the green stuff - got a lecture for using that crap!
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Default u need the red VW/Audi coolant....a.k.a G12
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Default Re: u need the red VW/Audi coolant....a.k.a G12
But only available from dealers? Or is generic G12 available?
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Default I "think" only from dealers.....but get this......ask for a gallon for a VW, the price is cheaper!!
DO NOT ASK ME WHY!!!!!!!!!
its the same coolant!!

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Thanks DG!
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what about the blue stuff......(elf)........
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Not sure....mine is supposed to be red.
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CAREFUL!! Anything besides G12 added to it will cause the coolant to *GEL*
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