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Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #25 –
Quote from: tmehrkam –
My 2006 does not have a coolant filter. No sca necessary.  At least that is what I was told.


As long as you have one of the new-generation OAT-based coolants, that is correct-- no SCA needed.

If older "green" diesel coolant, SCA can be added as a liquid, but only after testing to check for proper concentration/amount needed to bring it up to proper concentration.  Too much is as bad as too little.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #26 –
Quote from: tmehrkam –
My 2006 does not have a coolant filter. No sca necessary.  At least that is what I was told.
As Brett says no additives needed, as for a filter they were originally designed to remove casting particles from the engine block. quality control has probably reached the point they are no longer necessary. 
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #27 –
Decades ago I saw and experienced pitted liners as in holes in them from electrolyses. Exstended life coolant  was a big step forward in protecting a diesels internals. We made some costly mistakes  back then concerning coolant. If one had water in the radiator many thought all was well...Not.... But we were young and inexperienced.
Dub McBride 1996 270

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #28 –
Success :-) done it all today for the Engine. Oil, fuel filters, oil filter and cooling filter. Since 2013 I had always paid to get it done.
My resume is getting dense, lately I have done it all for Transmission, Aqua Hot, Generator.
Removing the Main (on the side of the engine, near the fuel pump) filter was difficult. I have to look and find the best filter removal tool for next time, although it may not be as difficult next time. I think it was a bit too tight when it was replaced last time. I follow instructions so I am sure it is just tight enough now.
Thank you for all your help,
Al
Former 2003 GV U295 (6230) (2015 - 2025)
Former 94 GV U225 (2013-2016)

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #29 –
Is ACDelco 10-101 DEX-COOL Extended Life Coolant is not preferred? For Cummins. I think this was used for my previous 94GVFT / 5.9 Cummins.
Former 2003 GV U295 (6230) (2015 - 2025)
Former 94 GV U225 (2013-2016)

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #30 –
Quote from: propman –
Is ACDelco 10-101 DEX-COOL Extended Life Coolant is not preferred? For Cummins.

No. I doubt it would even be recommended.
Dave and Kelli
1997 U295 40' Build #5188 CSGI
1995 U240 36' Build #4621 SBID-SOLD
2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #32 –
I will second the "Peak Final Charge Global"
Available at most NAPA stores.
Justin & Cathy Byrd
1995 U280 "Old Faithful"
36' Build #4673
C8.3 Cummins
Allison MD3060R 6 speed - retarder
Powertech 10KW  4cyl Kubota

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #33 –
Anyone with a list of filter numbers?....Blank vs SCA charged? As I did my coolant 2 years ago, most coolants I found are the newer type, would assume that is what most are using.  But can imagine the old types are still out there.

WF2077 is a ?
WIX24070 is a ?

If worried about turning the valves, use a commonly found hose pinching pliers, many makes of these

https://www.harborfreight.com/radiator-hose-pinch-off-pliers-99704.html?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=425671840&campaignid=425671840&utm_content=1155587747728241&adsetid=1155587747728241&product=99704&store=2923&msclkid=6b2ec8acec5c1819cfa5acac5849280b
Mike in AL
2001 U295
8.3 ISC 350
Build 5918

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #34 –
Quote from: mkc1962 –
Anyone with a list of filter numbers?....Blank vs SCA charged? As I did my coolant 2 years ago, most coolants I found are the newer type, would assume that is what most are using.  But can imagine the old types are still out there.

WF2077 is a ?
WIX24070 is a ?

If worried about turning the valves, use a commonly found hose pinching pliers, many makes of these

https://www.harborfreight.com/radiator-hose-pinch-off-pliers-99704.html?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=425671840&campaignid=425671840&utm_content=1155587747728241&adsetid=1155587747728241&product=99704&store=2923&msclkid=6b2ec8acec5c1819cfa5acac5849280b

Those two filters are blank, no chemical additive.
WIX24071 additive included.
Doug W.
96 36' U270 CSGI #4946
04 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
PNW

Re: Engine Coolant Filter

Reply #35 –
Quote from: mkc1962 –


If worried about turning the valves, use a commonly found hose pinching pliers, many makes of these


I was lucky my valves worked without any resistance.
Former 2003 GV U295 (6230) (2015 - 2025)
Former 94 GV U225 (2013-2016)