Which coolant?

Post by **mikeymancs** » 26 Jan 2010, 20:08

Hi,

Which coolant should be used in a 1.6 td engine? I have read that the phosphorous type is best for the 1.9 and 2.0 is this also true for the 1.6 TD engine? 1988 .

Thanks

Post by **toomanytoys** » 26 Jan 2010, 20:13

Discussed to death... one recently, have a search.. But.. IMHO use a decent brand general coolant.. like Comma or similar......

Post by **72BUG** » 26 Jan 2010, 20:36

Best coolant for a VW is air.

Post by **Red Westie** » 26 Jan 2010, 23:47

Ethylene Glycol based types (usually Green/Blue) are based on the older less stable formulas and are designed to last 2 years before they start to break down. Long Life 5 year antifreeze's (pink/orange/purple) are based on organic acids and are more stable. VW's own G12+ is the newer variety.
So any quality product but I would be more inclined to go for the longer life stuff myself.
Martin

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