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Old May 30th, 2012 | 01:09 PM
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Question I need to the cooling capacity for my 1969 Cutlass with a 455.
How much Coolent fluid does my 69 need with a 455? Thanks guys
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Old May 30th, 2012 | 01:22 PM
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Looks like 17.5 - 18 quarts, so about 4 - 4 1/2 gallons bone dry depending on your radiator size
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Old May 30th, 2012 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by GAOldsman
Looks like 17.5 - 18 quarts, so about 4 - 4 1/2 gallons bone dry depending on your radiator size
Thanks man, appreciaite it.
-Alex
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Old May 30th, 2012 | 01:35 PM
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Mix 50% anti-freeze and a can of Water Wetter - should keep you cool!!
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Old May 31st, 2012 | 07:03 AM
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Mix 50% anti-freeze and a can of Water Wetter - should keep you cool!!
Have you found that Water Wetter actually is as effective as it says it is? How well has it worked for you?
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Old May 31st, 2012 | 07:05 AM
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The water wetter was good for 10 deg for me.
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