As preventative maintenance, I decided to overhaul the cooling system on my BJ60/3B. It has the original rad (losing fins on the bottom third) and original hoses, I assume original water pump. I have on order the two rad hoses, a t-stat, and a water pump. What I propose to do this weekend is:
- drain the coolant and flush profusely with water before refilling
- remove the rad and install a nice used one
- replace the two main hoses and any other hoses I can do (the hoses to the rear heater have already been replaced with rubber)
- replace the water pump and keep the original as a spare
- replace thermostat
- replace drive belt
. Anything else I should do while I'm at it? Anything to watch out for (tips and tricks)?
. WHat kind of coolant would you recommend? (I'm not going to drive this truck in the winter)
Thanks!
- drain the coolant and flush profusely with water before refilling
- remove the rad and install a nice used one
- replace the two main hoses and any other hoses I can do (the hoses to the rear heater have already been replaced with rubber)
- replace the water pump and keep the original as a spare
- replace thermostat
- replace drive belt
. Anything else I should do while I'm at it? Anything to watch out for (tips and tricks)?
. WHat kind of coolant would you recommend? (I'm not going to drive this truck in the winter)
Thanks!