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coolant type?
« on: December 19, 2016, 04:42:37 PM »
Hi folks, intending to change the coolant these holidays, wondering what people use? Does Honda have a specific one? I use Nolan "longlife" in the GPz900R, seems to go o.k.

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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2016, 04:47:37 PM »
As long as its silca free I believe its good to go.
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« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2016, 05:38:06 PM »
Cool (pun intended)
 

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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #3 on: December 19, 2016, 05:55:21 PM »
My Honda dealer has suggested Tectaloy 60 Plus for my ST1300.   See  http://tectaloy.com/product/60-plus-green-general-purpose-coolant-rtu/
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« Reply #4 on: December 19, 2016, 08:16:54 PM »
I just used the Honda one.
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« Reply #5 on: December 20, 2016, 07:53:34 AM »
Good answer ppopeye :wink1...and a very good question creeture3!

Brock...just how do you know what coolant additives contain Silicates? The only additive I can recall labelling  does not contain silicates is Motul.

 My understanding of silicates is though they do indeed protect against corrosion of aluminium, silicate drop-out in solution actually contributes to corrosion, especially dissimilar metal corrosion, apart from the silicate particles blocking small galleries, as found in 1100 radiator cores. I think also, that the 1100's passage of coolant throughout the engine lends itself in promoting drop-out.

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My Honda dealer has suggested Tectaloy 60 Plus for my ST1300.   See  http://tectaloy.com/product/60-plus-green-general-purpose-coolant-rtu/


Problem Pete I have with this product is, what is its ratio and generally speaking these green coolants where noted for containing silicates. I mention this as if Tectaloy 90 Plus is a 33% solution, what percentage is 60 Plus? My preference is for a 33% mix is ample. Though not having ask Tectaloy, I have yet to read that their product, doesnt contain any silicates.

Again, good question.

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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #6 on: December 20, 2016, 09:34:01 AM »
Hi folks, intending to change the coolant these holidays, wondering what people use? Does Honda have a specific one? I use Nolan "longlife" in the GPz900R, seems to go o.k.

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I'd stay with the Nulon which is what I used when I did my timing belt.

http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Nulon-Red-Long-Life-Anti-Freeze-Anti-Boil-Concentrate-2-5-Litre/106643#Cross
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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #7 on: December 20, 2016, 12:09:22 PM »
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Brock...just how do you know what coolant additives contain Silicates? The only additive I can recall labelling  does not contain silicates is Motul.

I would read the product contents list I guess. I havent had to touch my coolant, so havent looked into too much.
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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #8 on: December 20, 2016, 01:03:47 PM »
Problem Pete I have with this product is, what is its ratio and generally speaking these green coolants where noted for containing silicates. I mention this as if Tectaloy 90 Plus is a 33% solution, what percentage is 60 Plus? My preference is for a 33% mix is ample. Though not having ask Tectaloy, I have yet to read that their product, doesnt contain any silicates.

Again, good question.
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I bought some of the Tectaloy for a top-up, rather than a full coolant change and usually have the coolant changed by the dealer who does much of my servicing.  I agree that it would be difficult to go wrong with the Honda product.
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« Reply #9 on: December 20, 2016, 04:46:57 PM »
True :like
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« Reply #10 on: December 20, 2016, 06:29:00 PM »
O.k. then, anybody got a part number for the real Honda stuff?? Might stick with the "tried and true"............. too expensive if I stuff it up!!

(Makes it easier when I go into the dealer if I've a part number)
 

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« Reply #11 on: December 20, 2016, 06:30:59 PM »
Dont have a part number. It was on the shelf at the dealer. They wont have trouble finding it.
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Re: coolant type?
« Reply #12 on: December 20, 2016, 07:20:16 PM »
O.k. then, anybody got a part number for the real Honda stuff?? Might stick with the "tried and true"............. too expensive if I stuff it up!!

(Makes it easier when I go into the dealer if I've a part number)

Found this at David Silver Spares 08C50-C32-1S01 - 1 litre premixed antifreeze/coolant should be the same number as here though I bet you won't get it for $8.46. (4.95 UK pounds)
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« Reply #13 on: December 20, 2016, 07:24:04 PM »
This may help what your after...

https://www.hondashop.com.au/product/motorcycle-oils-and-chemicals/hp-coolant-green/


...at the very least, the accompaning blurb is well worth a read :wink1

 

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« Reply #14 on: December 20, 2016, 08:08:38 PM »
AND it's under $15, so not more expensive that the car varieties, unless you buy the stuff in bulk for some reason.
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