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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 09:25 AM
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Coolant - Options in Preping for Track Days

I just drained the coolant from my SH. I use the SH exclusively for track days so I'm seeking advice as to coolant choices since I'm now riding in STT intermediate.

Choice 1: I have 1/2 bottle of water wetter already on hand and that appears to be enough for the 1 gal of distilled water I'd use. I really would not have a problem with completely draining the system for WI winter. Will water wetter and distilled water do the job on the track?

Choice 2: I have a readily available source of Engine Ice for about $45. If I use this it will not require any special winter prep--store and forget until April.

What's my best performance option?
Old Jun 20, 2011 | 09:43 AM
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I've used Redline water wetter in a few track bike's I've owned, never had any issues with them. Get's my vote.

I just make the mix as needed. I've left the stuff in for a year and never had any issues, also used it on street bikes with no problems. I'm in So-Cal so freezing is not an issue.

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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 10:06 AM
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check with their rules to see what brands they do or don't allow. If you already have the water wetter and they allow it, I'd stick with that.
Old Jun 20, 2011 | 05:18 PM
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I decided to do the water wetter and distilled water for the time being. Maybe I'll do the Engine Ice when I winterize and it'll be there for 2012 season. Thanks for the input.
Old Jun 20, 2011 | 05:40 PM
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Water wetter is what I have used in my race bikes for 10 yrs. All tracks allow/require it. For winter just use antifreeze to prevent rust in the system.
Old Jun 20, 2011 | 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by smokinjoe73
Water wetter is what I have used in my race bikes for 10 yrs. All tracks allow/require it. For winter just use antifreeze to prevent rust in the system.
I do STT Int events with multiple bike. One has Water Wetter and the other has Engine Ice.

No big deal with either.
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