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03-27-2013, 11:17 AM | #1 |
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Coolant
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First time putting Coolant into the Z, wondering if it has to the be the BMW brand? Anyone know of a 3rd party brand that could work? Thanks in advance! Amir
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03-27-2013, 01:04 PM | #3 |
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^ agreed with the above statement. BMW coolant is a concentrate so you'll have to dilute it 50/50. Here in Newport Beach CA its about $26 per bottle. If you went to Walmart a 50/50 mix of Prestone is about $13...pricing-wise its almost the same price so go with the good BMW stuff hope this helps!
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03-27-2013, 02:33 PM | #4 |
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The BMW coolant is blue, FYI.. Since the OEM coolant is pretty reasonably priced, makes a lot of sense to just get the BMW stuff.
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03-27-2013, 02:39 PM | #5 |
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Pentosin makes BMW's coolant, you can buy Pentosin blue at most autoparts stores. Pentosin red is for Audi/VW, don't buy that. Look on Pentosin's website for the part number, its G something (maybe G13?)
I think its only a dollar or two cheaper but its a lot easier for me to get than going to BMW or putting in a web order just for one item. |
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03-28-2013, 12:17 AM | #8 |
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If the radiator & engine block are empty, it takes 2 gallons to fill. So, 1 Gallon of BMW coolant and 1 gallon of distilled water should be good. Make sure you use distilled water to avoid introducing minerals into the cooling system.
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03-28-2013, 06:25 AM | #9 |
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Nothing special is needed, maybe an old (washed out) milk jug would be convenient because you just fill them half/half, then if you have any left over you'll have it in a convenient container already.
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