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jstables
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good radiator cleaner/flush

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what can i clean out my radiator and coolant system with cause it has a lot of rust in it from my worn out water pump?
John

DD-05 F150/Lariat 4dr/5.4/dual exhaust
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If it cools properly, I wouldn't flush it. Just be aware that flushing the system could do more bad than good, especially in a vehicle that hasn't been flushed regularly.
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97JEEPTJ wrote:If it cools properly, I wouldn't flush it. Just be aware that flushing the system could do more bad than good, especially in a vehicle that hasn't been flushed regularly.
I second that I got a radiator flush to be proactive about maintenance....wish I hadn't.......had to get new gaskets and a new radiator
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well i picked up some radiator cleaner today and a new water pump/thermostat/and temperature sender. But it was raining all day so i'll try it tomorrow.
John

DD-05 F150/Lariat 4dr/5.4/dual exhaust
Beater-Free 1988 XJ/~4"s10 leaf & 4.5"coils/long arms/35s
Trail-1984 s10 blazer/350/700r4/D44 & D60 welded/workin on highsteer
Sold!-1991 s10 blazer/4.3/bodylift/camaro rims/2.5 exhaust
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