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Old 06-21-2006, 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by page62
Zerex G-05 coolant, which is the same as US-spec MB coolant (but much cheaper), is rated for 5 years/100,000 miles. And you should change it every 3 years anyhow. So why spend the extra $$$ on KFM...whatever it is?
I have MB branded antifreeze/coolant in my M113 engine now. After 2 years and approximately 5000 miles, there is what appears to be excessive corrosion - especially on aluminum surfaces.

The answer to "why" is in the WIS Sheet.
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