Spring is finally right around the corner and to me nothing says Spring like getting your car taken care of after a long, brutal winter.  Did you know that there are particles in your antifreeze that can lead to clogs in your cooling system?  This clogging can lead to overheating which can ultimately damage your engine.  It is recommended that you flush your system at least every few years and I cannot think of a better time than the beginning of Spring.

Recommended Items:

Prestone Anti-freeze Gallon SKU 6060044

Wedco 4 Gallon Oil Drain Pan W76  SKU 4560054

Part 1: Tee Attachment and Flush Preparation

1. Check the engine to make sure it is no longer hot. Loosen the radiator cap to release any pressure still left, and then re-tighten.
2. Place a pan or bucket under the radiator plug beneath the car to catch the old antifreeze. Elevating the car on ramps may help the process.
3. Splice the “Flush Tee” to the heater inlet hose. The heater inlet hose usually runs between the firewall and the top of the radiator. This may be done using a clamp and a couple of screws.

Part 2: Attach the Coupler and Back Washing

1. Remove the cap covering the tee as well as the radiator cap. Attach a coupler to the flushing tee to prevent backwash.  The black part should attach to the tee and the yellow part should attach to a garden hose. On cars with no radiator cap (or reservoir cap), flush by disconnecting the upper radiator hose.
2. Flush with tap water until it runs clear. A cleaning solution may have also been provided in the antifreeze flush kit.

Part 3: Refill

1. Mix antifreeze according to what your climate needs, somewhere between a 50% and 70% mix.
2. Pour the amount you measured into your radiator, reservoir or thermostat opening. Some leakage of water and diluted antifreeze will come out of the tee.
3. Recap the tee and tighten the clamp by hand. Replace your radiator cap and run your car for 10 minutes after it reaches its running temperature.
4. Allow your engine to cool again and check antifreeze levels. Add more as needed.

Let’s face it, winter is long.  And with a winter like this year, it can feel really long.  With the kids home from school all day and the snow keeps piling up, it can be very easy to get bored while snowed in.  Instead of allowing yourself to get bored, why not try some of these winter classics to lighted the mood a bit.

1  Play in the snow: Remember to wear protective clothing (coat, hats, gloves, etc)

2. Shovel: You know you are going to have to do it anyway, why not try to make a game out of it, like start at the middle of the sidewalk and see who can finish their side first.

3. Listen to music: Listen to some of your favorite songs, and you are home by yourself, feel free to dance.

4. Make a documentary about the snow:  Kids love to make movie, why not try an make one that is both fun and educational.

5.  Make some hot chocolate: This is a timeless classic, and needs very little explaining.

Items you may need:

Carhartt Men’s Duck Traditional Coat C003

Carhartt Acrylic Watch Hat A18  SKU:

Poly Snow Shovel Curved Handel  SKU: 005072240

Swiss Miss Hot Chocolate 10 Pk SKU: 124425000

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