Can you use Dex-cool in a motorcycle?
You can use Dexcool in your bike without problems as it is silicate and phosphate free. If you read the label, prestone dexcool (orange, in a silver jug) and prestone extended life antifreeze (green, in the usual yellow jug) have exactly the same ingredients.
Is Prestone coolant OK for motorcycle?
The Prestone “universal” pre-mix will be fine. The only advantage in getting it from a bike shop is they have it in quarts…….which costs almost as much as a gallon from Wally World.
Does Prestone make Dexcool?
Prestone Dex-Cool Antifreeze/Coolant Concentrate, 1 gal: Provides up to 5 years or 150,000 miles of protection.
What is the problem with Dexcool?
Ten years after General Motors began using Dex-Cool as an antifreeze in most of its cars and light trucks, GM car and truck owners continue to complain that the coolant corrodes and clogs radiators and radiator caps, erodes water pumps, rots radiator hoses, causes chronic overheating and engine damage while leading to …
What color is Kawasaki coolant?
THe bike currently has the green colored antifreeze.
Can I use Prestone 50/50 in my motorcycle?
Find a new mechanic and read your manual. So long as you use distilled water and NOT tap water to mix prestone or any other recommended coolant, you’re OK.
Can you put regular antifreeze in a motorcycle?
We caution you against using regular/car coolants on your motorcycle as they can end up causing costly damages to your bike and even affecting its performance. If you must use a car coolant on your bike, then make sure it contains ethylene glycol antifreeze and doesn’t contain silicates in its list ingredients.
Does GM still use Dexcool?
parkman [OP] Well-Known Member. Does GM still currently use Dexcool in NEW vehicles.
Does Prestone 50/50 contain silicates?
For those consumers who would feel more comfortable using a phosphate-free antifreeze, our Prestone® LongLife® Premixed Antifreeze/Coolant and Prestone® Dex-Cool® Premixed LongLife® Antifreeze/ Coolant formula’s are phosphate, silicate, and borate free.
Can I use Prestone instead of Dex cool?
Yes. Prestone’s Coolant/Antifreeze is guaranteed to be compatible with all cars, vans or light trucks. Thanks to its unique and patented formula, Prestone Coolant/Antifreeze remains the only coolant on the market that can be mixed with another product within the cooling system without causing damage.
What coolant does Kawasaki use?
Silkolene Mag Cool for Kawasaki Motorcycles. Advanced, all-season motorcycle engine coolant based on propylene glycol for reduced toxicity levels.
When to use Prestone DEX-COOL coolant concentrate?
Prestone Dex-Cool Coolant Antifreeze Concentrate is formulated for use in all vehicles that require DEX-COOL antifreeze/coolant. It can also be used in all other cars and light-duty trucks that use extended life coolant, making it versatile.
How long does Prestone 50 / 50 coolant last?
I think Prestone 50/50 is prediluted organic acid technology coolant, excellent technology – it probably carries the “Dexcool” specification and should be suitable for up to 5 years life. OAT coolants have no silicates or borates so do less damage to water pump seals. All coolant sold in the USA is currently made for/safe for aluminum engines.
What does Prestone antifreeze do for a radiator?
Prestone ® Antifreeze+Coolant prevents corrosion and keeps your radiator performing optimally. Buildup in the engine block cooling channels can make it difficult for coolant to travel. This can cause excessive heat, resulting in oil becoming too hot and thin and potentially damaging the whole system.
What makes your life better with Prestone auto?
Choose your vehicle. Products designed to make your life better. Our advanced technology, backed by a Longer Engine Life Guarantee 10-year/300,000-mile formula, protects the cooling system from buildup and corrosion, providing maximum value for your vehicle.
