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Barrel
05-23-2014, 03:12 AM
Can I ask if any one running the coyote engine in their FFR car has switched to a colder thermostat, eg. the Reische 170 degree Ford -50 or equivalent. And what engine coolant is being used. I'm not sure that the Motocraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant (recommended) is readily available in Australia.
Thank you,
Neil.
DaleG
05-23-2014, 10:36 PM
Not sure, but this may help:
Specialty Orange Engine Coolant With Bittering Agent
Orange-colored, ethylene glycol-based extended life coolant
Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection
A 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water provides freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C) and boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C)
Use only when specified
Meets the requirements of WSS-M97B44-D, GM 6277M and ASTM D 3306-00a
Compatible with DEX-COOL® engine coolant
Do not use this product in systems originally equipped with any green-colored, conventional engine coolant, such as Motorcraft® Premium Engine Coolant, meeting Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A, or with the yellow-colored, longer-life Motorcraft® Premium Gold engine coolant meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51-A1.
Part #: VC3B
MFG Part #: VC-3-B
Size: 1 gal
Engine Factory
07-12-2014, 04:02 PM
We like running with a 180 degree, bringing the engine up to temp.
170 will work. - Chris Engine Factory
www.fordcobraengines.com
ClemsonS197
07-13-2014, 08:26 PM
Looks like Australia is getting the 2015 Mustang. I'm going to assume it will be sold with the 5.0L worldwide. If so, you might want to see if Ford will carry the Orange coolant.