Oss
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« on: March 21, 2014, 05:21:04 PM » |
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see that my overflow tank seems to be empty
How much distilled water can I put in there before lowering the effectiveness of the honda premix and can I mix brands.
Will look for premix at the kawasaki dealer tomorrow and get a bottle to be on safe side
Would hate to have a problem on a 16 day ride as each day is around 550-660 miles
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« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2014, 05:47:01 PM » |
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“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”
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sandy
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« Reply #2 on: March 21, 2014, 10:32:35 PM » |
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Honda says a 40% minimum is required for corrosion protection. Shouldn't be any issue to top it up once or twice. After that, find the leak.
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Rio Wil
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« Reply #3 on: March 21, 2014, 11:37:57 PM » |
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If the coolant overflow tank is empty, then the radiator can also be low.....check it..
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Ghost Rider 2
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« Reply #4 on: March 22, 2014, 03:50:55 AM » |
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Honda car dealership Genuine Honda Type 2 better deal than quarts at motorcycle shop.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #5 on: March 22, 2014, 03:51:05 AM » |
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When a tad low, I add pure antifreeze.
If lower it is best to add a premix of 50/50, which can be purchased.
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #6 on: March 22, 2014, 05:43:25 AM » |
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Honda car dealership Genuine Honda Type 2 better deal than quarts at motorcycle shop.
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« Reply #7 on: March 22, 2014, 05:44:31 AM » |
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If you think you have a leak, put some antifreeze in a 16 oz. soda bottle and take it with you. Be sure to put a skull and crossbones on the bottle, and label it antifreeze.
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« Reply #8 on: March 22, 2014, 07:47:57 AM » |
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Like Chris said, the Prestone pre-mix they sell at places like Wal Mart for about $10/gal should be fine. You should check the label to be sure, but just about all coolants are now the organic acid type without silicates, which is what the Valk needs. When our Valks were new silicate-free choices were limited, but no longer.
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« Reply #9 on: March 22, 2014, 08:35:39 AM » |
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Funny you should ask bout anti freeze!  In this case I have to say stealer-Honda A/F is $8.00 a QUART.    Nuther words- $32.00 a GALLON1  Have fun and RIDE SAFE. |
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Oss
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« Reply #10 on: March 22, 2014, 01:26:18 PM » |
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Thanks everyone
I followed Chrisj's suggestion and bought the prestone premix silicate free
took around a pint and some more in the overflow tank
All packed up and ready to leave in the morning now
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If you don't know where your going any road will take you there
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« Reply #11 on: March 22, 2014, 01:45:29 PM » |
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Oss, don't come this way as Monday we are to get snow again.
Head SOUTH young man.
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Oss
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« Reply #12 on: March 22, 2014, 02:53:24 PM » |
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PM sent but thanks I'm taking 40 Its maybe one of the most boring rides there is but it will give me the most time where I am going  and let me ride california mountains and pch and joshua tree |
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If you don't know where your going any road will take you there
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« Reply #13 on: March 23, 2014, 12:07:34 AM » |
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 Beck/Arnley Premium OE Antifreeze/Coolant utilizes Phosphated Organic Acid Technology also known as Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) and contains no amines or borates and is free of silicates that may harm water pump seals and cause gel formation which may clog the radiator. MIX WITH EQUAL PARTS DISTILLED WATER. |
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