stuartwineberg
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Some of the ads seem to specify EG but I haven't seen one that specifies OAT antifreeze, is there a difference in the specific gravity that would make the test invalid for OAT?
Will a hydrometer made for ethylene glycol read for OAT antifreeze?
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VicS
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YES
OAT antifreeze is ethylene glycol based
OAT ( organic acid technology) refers only to the corrosion inhibitors.
A differently calibrated hydrometer is needed for non toxic propylene glycol antifreeze.
OAT antifreeze is ethylene glycol based
OAT ( organic acid technology) refers only to the corrosion inhibitors.
A differently calibrated hydrometer is needed for non toxic propylene glycol antifreeze.
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This one is "SUITABLE FOR MENTHOL [SIC] OR ETHYLENE GLYCOL" so it will check the SG and clear your sinusitis.
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Buy with confidence the ebay ad says
There are other sellers with the same product, I just picked the funny one.
reeac
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The same advertiser offers Bluecol which surprised me as I haven't heard of that A/F for many years and it always had a good reputation. Turns out that it's windscreen scraper .... .
VicS
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Bluecol Antifreeze is still avaiable. They also make a long life / OAT antifreeze .... which is red!
jbweston
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Bluecol Blue is what I use in vintage cars - it's easily available from online suppliers and from some parts shops. It's also toxic to humans and furry pets, so if you need to take a contract out on a pet . . .
stuartwineberg
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Thanks everyone. Ordered
VicS
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This is what I use
correction ; what I have but seldom use it .. no need to if you always top up with diluted antifreeze when necessary.
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/engine-oils-fluids/antifreeze/halfords-antifreeze-tester-meg
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