From what I have learned reading on the SCCOA site, I understand that the SC has a problem blowing head gaskets.
I also get the impression that many people believe that the coolant has something to do with it- supposedly the coolant becomes bad after a while and attacks the gasket.
Does anyone have some references to this I could look up and satisfy myself that this is a real phenomenon? I find it a little hard to believe- I'm not denying it, I would just like some documentation.
If it is the case that old coolant attacks the gaskets, is there a way to test the coolant for this problem? For example using litmus paper to see if it has become acid or caustic?
How often do you think the coolant should be replaced?
Is any brand / type better than others for this problem?
How about the prestone 5 year antifreze?
If it is the case that old coolant attacks the gaskets, is there a way to test the coolant for this problem?
I also get the impression that many people believe that the coolant has something to do with it- supposedly the coolant becomes bad after a while and attacks the gasket.
Does anyone have some references to this I could look up and satisfy myself that this is a real phenomenon? I find it a little hard to believe- I'm not denying it, I would just like some documentation.
If it is the case that old coolant attacks the gaskets, is there a way to test the coolant for this problem? For example using litmus paper to see if it has become acid or caustic?
How often do you think the coolant should be replaced?
Is any brand / type better than others for this problem?
How about the prestone 5 year antifreze?
If it is the case that old coolant attacks the gaskets, is there a way to test the coolant for this problem?