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Old Apr 20, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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gallons of coolant

how many gallons of collant does it take to fill up a empty radiator?
Old Apr 20, 2007 | 03:14 PM
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Off the top of my head...the system capacity is 2.5 gals....Just mix a gallon 50/50...and keep adding.
Old Apr 20, 2007 | 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by tastyZL1
how many gallons of collant does it take to fill up a empty radiator?
The radiator only holds about a gallon, but if the block is also low you'll need more. Your best bet is what was stated above, make a 50/50 mix and pour in what you need.
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