Coyote Gen 2 Fliuds

[mlewis]

Stupid questions.

What antifreeze type should I use in my Coyote Gen 2 and approx. How much to fill from bone dry ?

While I on it, an recommendation for power steering fluid for the same (and the PS rack from FFR)

Thanks.

[GTBradley]

For the power steering I bought the KRC fluid since my pump is KRC. I hear that Honda makes about the best PS fluid out there though.

[rich grsc]

Coyote is an aluminum block engine, so Dex-Cool would be a good choice. That is what is used in my 2012 F150. It was formulated specifically for aluminum blocks and radiators.

[Al_C]

I, too, use dexcool. The ONLY downside of dexcool is that it is the same color as ATF... (don't ask)

[nuhale]

I used distilled water upon startup and it took about 3.25 gallons (have the Moroso alum expansion tank)

After I established no leaks and all good I flushed out and replaced with PEAK COOL (dex cool). This was much cheaper than the ford spec stuff as I think I paid $10/gal.

https://peakauto.com/products/antifreeze-and-cool/auto/cool-50-50/

For power steering fluid I used the Honda Brand fluid given all the positive reviews. I have a hydro boost + power steering setup so a little more line. Bought this 3 pack off amazon and only used maybe 1.25-1.5 bottles with a Moroso fill tank. Actually filled twice as my power steering rack blew a gasket on first start and much of this stuff is now one with the driveway. :)

https://www.amazon.com/Honda-08206-9002PE-Power-Steering-Fluid/dp/B00AVOAUN2/ref=sxts_sxwds-bia-wc-nc-drs1_0?crid=3OCCMFMDZKF8C&cv_ct_cx=honda+power+steering+fluid&dchild=1&keywords=honda+power+steering+fluid&pd_rd_i=B00AVOAUN2&pd_rd_r=d8188663-038e-4a9f-8449-ea4389859624&pd_rd_w=buHiP&pd_rd_wg=x6fee&pf_rd_p=43f4b3f0-0b04-46ba-8a08-2e851d035e17&pf_rd_r=FF85TN85B1X4MRJJD9BR&psc=1&qid=1595037648&sprefix=honda+power+%2Caps%2C177&sr=1-1-f3947b35-9c59-4d7a-9603-b751e6eed25b

[mlewis]

Thanks all

nuhale - thanks for all the detail

Al_C - noted on the similarities. I have my own war story on that one ...

Thanks again

[rich grsc]

The PEEK COOL and DEX-Cool are not the same, the Peek is compatible with Dex. For a new engine, I think you can use any of the 'new' coolants, red, orange, or yellow, just don't use the old green or blue. I would pick one brand and stay with it, don't mix brands but that's jmo. DEX-COOL is the only thing I'll put in both the car and truck as thats what is in there now.

[Railroad]

I am using Lucas power steering fluid, rated for use in Honda. Only 500+ miles, but seems to be good stuff.