Draining coolant

[dixiebabes]

Whats the best way to get it all out lads? i usually take the bottom hose off the rad but there must be a better whay than that?

Dix

[400SE Dave]

dixiebabes said:

Whats the best way to get it all out lads? i usually take the bottom hose off the rad but there must be a better whay than that?

Dix

That's what I did!

[carob]

Same here Dix, hose in the Filler and let it flow till clear, 5 litres coolant 6 litres water and away you go. keep a little pre mix in a bottle in case you need to top up.

Rob

[dixiebabes]

No Rob i need to get it all out to replace the inlet manifold, worried incase any left over runs down the vee into the oil.

dix

[carob]

dixiebabes said:

No Rob i need to get it all out to replace the inlet manifold, worried incase any left over runs down the vee into the oil.

dix

Why didnt you say that in your first post then

Still probably the best way getting the water from the BOTTOM of the system.

Rob

[Campbell]

Dix

There is 2 drain taps on the under side of each head, you should open these to help with draining.
Also you never get all the water out then you take off the inlet manifold you should change the oil as a part of the course.
Im still willing to come over to help with this job Dix

Cambelt

[dixiebabes]

Your a star Campbell but hopefully we will manage, but knowing you will come down if it goes t*ts up is very reasurring cheers pal.

Dix

[jeff m]

Sounds like a good opportunity to flush your heater matrix. (While the hose is out)