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K1500 Coolant Conundrum, what do do?

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Old Nov 1, 2014 | 9:20 PM
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Default K1500 Coolant Conundrum, what do do?

Hi all,

I just picked up a 1997 Chevy K1500 with the 5.7 in it. Went to flush the cooling system since it was a bit low and found that it has green coolant in it, despite the fact the cap says Dex Cool only!

So, I'm in a dilemma...should I stay with the green? Will it cause issues since GM is pretty adamant that DexCool should only be used? Or should I take the time to flush it and worry about some trace of the green being left when I switch to DexCool?

Would be glad to hear from anyone with any experience on this topic. Not sure what to do.

Nathan
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Old Nov 2, 2014 | 10:56 AM
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Leave 'er green. That orange stuff is crap.


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Old Nov 2, 2014 | 6:44 PM
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Whatever you do, just PLEASE choose one type and stick with it. It is an 'either/or' situation....but you don't want to use both types mixed together.
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