Coolant filter install

[TomC]

Considering the low mileage we do a year and the fact that 71 series Detroits are dry cylinder liner engines, I don't see the necessity of installing a coolant filter.  The main reason big rigs and commercial buses have them is that the filter elements also have coolant treatment in them to counteract the acidities to keep wet cylinder liners from pitting.  Personally-don't waste your time installing a coolant filter on a 71 series engine-instead, just watch the acidity level (with test dipping paper [remember science classes?]) and change the coolant every 100,000 miles or 5 years.  Also, you're better off using extended life coolant.  Good Luck, TomC

[brando4905]

Well, after reading everyone's helpful posts, I am abandoning the filter install. Thanks for the suggestions.

FWIW, took me awhile to locate the 2 7/8" hose, I had Fleetpride order a 3' stick. That was the shortest I could get. I probably could have used 3", but being the bottom radiator hose coupling, I didn't want to chance it not tightening up. I did use the constant torque hose clamps, they work real well but pricey!

Thanks everybody!