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good radiator cleaner/flush

Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 11:26 am
by jstables
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?

Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 4:16 pm
by 97JEEPTJ
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.

Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 4:58 pm
by shmoken875
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

Posted: Mon May 17, 2010 5:49 pm
by jstables
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.