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Coolent draining question

Old Jan 26, 2006 | 04:16 PM
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Coolent draining question

Hello, I plan on changing my opti, water pump and timing chain very soon and wanted to know when I drain my coolant do I have to replace it under a certain amount of time? Is it all right to leave the radiator empty for a few days/weeks?
Also when I drain the oil out should I replace it ASAP? I don’t want anything drying up on me.

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Justin
Old Jan 26, 2006 | 06:02 PM
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Re: Coolent draining question

No rush to replace the fluids.
Old Jan 26, 2006 | 06:19 PM
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Re: Coolent draining question

My radiator has been empty since April
Old Jan 27, 2006 | 01:29 AM
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Re: Coolent draining question

Ok cool, Thanks alot

-Justin
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