An older pickup truck may start to lose a little radiator fluid over time. The owner must top off the container as needed or have that task done at a shop that provides Truck Service in Ocala. Topping off fluids is a commonly included project during full-service oil changes. If the dashboard light for low radiator fluid sometimes comes on between oil changes, the vehicle owner might like to keep some coolant on hand to add it when necessary.
There are two main options for buying radiator coolant: the full-strength version and one that’s already mixed with water. The radiator should contain a blend of 50 percent coolant and 50 percent water, which is why blended versions are on the market. The blended versions cost somewhat less, but some individuals feel it’s silly to buy watered-down coolant when they can just add water at home.
There are two main problems with this decision. The first is that making a precise 50-50 blend can be inconvenient. The vehicle owner may resort to guessing how much full-strength coolant to add and how much water to add. The second is that manufacturers recommend only using distilled water in radiators to avoid mineral buildup and corrosion. That means having to always keep distilled water on hand.
The best way to handle these issues is to schedule Truck Service in Ocala to evaluate what’s wrong with the cooling system and decide whether to get it fixed. An automotive technician might add a substance that is effective at resolving tiny leaks in the radiator. This technician also can answer questions about whether using distilled water instead of tap water is essential.
The answer may depend on how hard the vehicle owner’s tap water is and whether it contains any noticeable amount of iron. Using tap water may be fine as long as the owner gets the radiator flushed and refilled every two years by a garage such as Patricks Auto & Truck Repair. This type of service is recommended anyway, although many vehicle owners don’t bother. However, not having this service done on occasion can result in damage to the radiator, heater core and other system components.
