MedievalNerd Posted July 19, 2015 Posted July 19, 2015 (edited) Howdy there, So preparing for my build log, I was curious as to whether it's worthwhile to try and rinse/shake water in your blocks & rads prior to installation? Could it help get some leftover crap, or are rads & blocks mostly clean when out of the factory? I'm assuming emptying crap from the rad/block into the sink s easier, then fishing it out of the reservoir/loop. I was thinking of just using distilled water, but is there something you can add to help clean it? I'm guessing any type of soap is a horrible Idea? lol Or is this just a waste of time? Thanks! Edited July 19, 2015 by MedievalNerd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cespenar Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 With new water hardware, set up a water filter and a fee 12 volt connector, (I use my battery charger) and run the pump for maybe overnight, through the new gear. I did that with my new stuff. And I think distilled water and a silver coil is best for long term. (Good idea to change the water from time to time.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 anytime I redo my loop sense I have used automotive coolant I have not needed to clean any of my components. They stay cleaned out. Now when I was using dye bombs or colors I had to use a tablespoon of bleach to clean the loop before I disassembled the loop. after that I would Need to run hot water through the metal components and run warm water through anything plexi or acrylic. Just to try and make sure there was nothing hanging around. In either situation the tubing would need to be replaced. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick2500 Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 I thought I saw a thread once where someone said to rinse it out with vinegar then distilled water. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 Vinigar first, then distilled, if the parts are new. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedievalNerd Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 Pure vinegar, or mixed with distilled? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braegnok Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 I use 50/50 White Distilled Vinegar/Distilled Water to clean/flush my radiators,.. it works great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedievalNerd Posted July 20, 2015 Posted July 20, 2015 Alright, thank a lot peps, you've been super helpful! And patient! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
road-runner Posted July 21, 2015 Posted July 21, 2015 I remember filling the new rtadiator with vinegar for about an hour to make sure it was clean and get the flux and stuff out. I didnt bothing cleaning anything else... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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