[C320-list] Antifreeze

[Graeme Clark]

My understanding is that the colour is proprietary and of no significance in itself
There are different types of antifreeze of course but you need to read the label!
Graeme

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> On 21 Dec 2017, at 16:17, Greg Flanagan <greg.flanagan at shaw.ca> wrote:
> 
> I have just finished a 6 week course on Diesel engine mechanics and maintenance. It is extremely important that you use the correct antifreeze, engine oils, and other lubricants appropriate to your engine. And frequent (more than but no fewer than recommended) changes will reduce the need for serious engine work. 
>  I have a Yanmar 3MY30 engine. I use Yanmar products exclusively and bite the bullet in paying Yanmar’s premium. I am sure there are just as good and appropriate products that are cheaper, but this way I am sure I have the correct ones. 
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Greg 
> Sidney, BC 
> Hoop Dancer #1076
> 
>> On Dec 21, 2017, at 8:03 AM, Tom Grass <tgrass462 at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> I believe it is a special GM (General Motors) antifreeze - it is PINK in
>> color.
>> 
>>> On Tue, Dec 19, 2017 at 10:48 AM, Tom Talling <ttalling at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> What type of antifreeze should I use for my Yanmar diesel. What is the
>>> right color?
>>> 
>>> Regards,
>>> 
>>> Tom Talling
>>> 215-262-1427
>>> Ttalling at comcast.net
>>> 
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