B2620 coolant

[Burgie]

Hello folks,

Don't want to beat a dead horse but I called my Kubota dealer and asked about coolant. I mentioned the manual says a 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol and clean water. I said I will use distilled water and asked what they recommnend for a good EG that is good for the engine and not void my warranty in the event of an early life failure. He said Kubota does offer a product but his shop just uses O'Reilly Auto Parts Engine Coolant/Anti-Freeze.

No sleeves to worry about cavitation so no need to add/check DCA; just 50/50 and change per maintenance schedule specifications.

I know there have been a LOT of well written threads on coolant but just thought I would throw this in the mix...

Thanks and have a great day!!!

 

[lugbolt]

Check the coolant voltage once every so often. Once every 5 years is plenty for most folks. Once it gets to about 0.5v, it's getting time to replace it. DVOM + probe in the coolant and the - tester probe on the radiator core.

Once the coolant starts getting acidic, it basically becomes a battery and makes electricity-which causes all sorts of problems. Usually the first being soft hoses. Coolant and brake fluids are the most neglected fluids of most equipment and automobiles....maintaining both saves huge headaches in the long run.

 

[lugbolt]

Check the coolant voltage once every so often. Once every 5 years is plenty for most folks. Once it gets to about 0.5v, it's getting time to replace it. DVOM + probe in the coolant and the - tester probe on the radiator core.

Once the coolant starts getting acidic, it basically becomes a battery and makes electricity-which causes all sorts of problems. Usually the first being soft hoses. Coolant and brake fluids are the most neglected fluids of most equipment and automobiles....maintaining both saves huge headaches in the long run.

Oh, and yes, always use distilled water-NOT tap water.