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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 06:36 AM
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my gf just pick up a 98 integra ls and i notice that her anti-freeze is low....i was thinking of using prestone and was wondering if that's ok...
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 06:43 AM
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Use Honda genuine fluids if at all possible.
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by carta79
Use Honda genuine fluids if at all possible.
:werd: Honda anti freeze last up to 100,000 miles
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 03:28 PM
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i will keep that in mind....but my question was can i still use prestone instead of honda fluids?
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 03:52 PM
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ya I think prestone should work just fine
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 05:38 PM
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check for silicates!!!! those aren't nice on aluminum heads.
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Old Nov 25, 2004 | 06:41 PM
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Just make sure it is safe for aluminum radiators. I use prestone and it seems to be working fine.
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