Early Mustang Cooling Systems Part 6: Green Coolant Goes Bad, How & Why I Upgraded To An ELC!

Early Mustang Cooling Systems Part 6: Green Coolant Goes Bad, How & Why I Upgraded To An ELC! In this sixth part of my cooling system video series, I wanted to discuss coolants in detail to share some very useful information that is t readily available to the average vintage Mustang or Musclecar enthusiast. I cover the shortfalls of traditional green antifreeze, explain the difference between older and newer coolant technologies and the additives used in them, including the risks associated with using coolants that contain nitrites and 2-EHA. I discuss the use of water as coolant, when not to and when to use it as a coolant, and the types of additives to use it with. I go over the need for safe handling, sealed storage, and proper disposal practices for both new and used coolant. Finally, I explain the advantages behind ELC (Extended Life Coolants) and how to choose the correct ELC to upgrade your car. Here is a list of five ELC Coolants I have taken the time to verify are suitable for use in our vintage Mustangs and similar vehicle from the Musclecar Era: Peak Final Charge Global 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze and Coolant https://www.peakhd.com/product/final-... Valvoline™ ZEREX™ HD Nitrite Free Extended Life Coolant (ELC) https://www.valvoline.com/our-product... Chevron Delo® XLC Antifreeze/Coolant https://www.chevronlubricants.com/en_... Mobil Delvac™ Extended Life 50/50 Prediluted Coolant/Antifreeze https://www.mobil.com/en/lubricants/f... Prestone Command® Heavy Duty Nitrite Free ELC with Cor-Guard® Concentrate and 50/50 Antifreeze/Coolant https://prestonecommand.com/products/... Coming Soon: Part 7: The Relationship Between Timing, Fuel, & Temperature This series of videos is something I’ve wanted to do for quite a while and now that I’m in the middle of rebuilding the cooling system for my 1966 Shelby GT350 Mustang, it’s the perfect opportunity for me to share my knowledge with you. If you enjoyed the video, Please: Like Subscribe Turn On Notifications Share Follow me on Instagram:   / gt350_6s_1523   - @GT350_6S_1523 Like and Follow on Facebook:   / thegt350garage   - @TheGT350Garage Thanks for watching! #shelby #ford #mustang #gt350 #shelbygt350 #mustanggt350 #shelbymustang #v8 #coolingsystem #coolant #temperature #gauge #tempgauge #1965mustang #1966mustang