Coolant - Options in Preping for Track Days
06-20-2011, 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?
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?
06-20-2011, 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.
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.
Last edited by speedkelly@aol.com; 06-20-2011 at 09:46 AM.
06-20-2011, 06:06 PM
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No big deal with either.
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