Guy Lowe Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 Does anyone know where to get Holts rad-flush? my local Halfords say they have never heard of it Guy From Clam shells to Cycle wings for only 3K here IT'S MANGO AND THAT'S THE END OF THE MATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puremalt Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 Talikg through their 🙆🏻 I'm afraid. Try another Halfords or any other motor factors, it's common stuff. This one goes up to 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted May 31, 2006 Author Share Posted May 31, 2006 Will do, Thanks From Clam shells to Cycle wings for only 3K here IT'S MANGO AND THAT'S THE END OF THE MATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elie boone Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 Beware with Holts speedflush ( radflush ), the tin says that after using speedflush you need to use rad weld when filling the system with new coolant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shn7 Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 I've only once used a rad flushing fluid. The result was a leaking water pump . Must have shifted all the gunge that was preventing it leaking. Admittedly this was on an aged Volvo 440. Steve. Not forgetting Percy the Polar Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Riches Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 If it's at all possible to NOT use this stuff then that's what to do. It's a real coolling system weakness finder, so if there's anything slighty iffy, it'll be nadgered after you run this stuff through the engine, that's why it recommends Rad Weld, another sure fire way of stuffing the cooling system. If you want the rad flushed why not take it out of the car and into a rad shop for a hot caustic wash, may still end up with a leak or two, but will be in the right place for proper sealing. I used some a long time ago, and it stuffed the cylinder head gasket, never used it since. Just my tuppence worth. Nigel. 1982. 5 speed, clamshells. B.R.G / Ali. The True Colours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 But surely that is only highlighting a problem just a bit sooner than it would otherwise have been noticed so provided you are aware of that where's the problem 🤔 Brent 2.3 DURATEC SV Reassuringly Expensive R 417.39 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted June 2, 2006 Author Share Posted June 2, 2006 OK perhaps I am going about this the wrong way. For the past 2 years I have been running my X Flow without anti-freeze or coolant additive (don’t ask me why I just couldn’t be 🙆🏻d). Well I went to change a bottom hose last weekend and noticed a lot of brown sludge, so I thought I would flush out the system and refill and add some anti-freeze. Has anyone got any other suggestions, like drain/refill/run a couple of times or just refill it, add some anti-freeze and forget it or simply just leave it alone and save on the cost of anti-freeze? Sensible suggestions only from the anti X Flow brigade please From Clam shells to Cycle wings for only 3K here IT'S MANGO AND THAT'S THE END OF THE MATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shn7 Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Not a member of the Xflow brigade but I would think that running just water is asking for trouble with corrosion. I would change to a water/coolant mix then change it again after a couple of hundred miles. Advise from the K brigade 😬 Steve. Not forgetting Percy the Polar Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 I thought you were joking when you said you didn't put any coolant additive in *eek* Without it I'm not surprised you have corrosion and brown sludge at the bottom of the rad. You're a complete tight 🙆🏻 Mr Lowe and a disgrace to 'Burger Van' operatives everywhere. In fact, I'm ashamed to admit that I know you now ❗ Brent 2.3 DURATEC SV Reassuringly Expensive R 417.39 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted June 2, 2006 Author Share Posted June 2, 2006 Yes that's all very well but what should I do now From Clam shells to Cycle wings for only 3K here IT'S MANGO AND THAT'S THE END OF THE MATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shn7 Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Read my post 😬 above. Steve. Not forgetting Percy the Polar Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DohNut Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 Or Try the flushing with water and re-filling a couple of times If your temperatures are OK then you have effectivly got away with it. If the amount of gunk blocking the flow and heat transfer is affecting the heat transfer causing overheating then you need to clean it - this may remove some corrosion that was keeping your system watertight. *thumbdown* Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted June 2, 2006 Share Posted June 2, 2006 I have used Radflush type preparations in the past to good effect so personally I would go with that and ignore the doom mongers but then flush thoroughly with fresh water (from the water butt of course 😬) and then refill with a proper coolant mix. (you tight 🙆🏻) 😬 Brent 2.3 DURATEC SV Reassuringly Expensive R 417.39 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted June 2, 2006 Author Share Posted June 2, 2006 Thanks for all your advice, the temperatures are fine and no leaks (yet). I am going to use a rad flush NOT HOLTS but Wynns as I have been told this is less agressive and best when the build up is soft and not been allowed to harden ie block/rad left empty, then flush with(LOTS) of fresh water, refill & put in anti freeze, put some miles on it localy whilst keeping a close eye for leaks, temp etc. then in a couple weeks change the water and anti freeze again giving it another fresh water flush. Guy P.s. Anyone know the part number of the Ford water pump just in case 😬 From Clam shells to Cycle wings for only 3K here IT'S MANGO AND THAT'S THE END OF THE MATTER Edited by - Guy Lowe on 2 Jun 2006 13:24:39 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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