You are constantly releasing then recapturing the same debris that you have added. When you see the flow significantly slow down or stop, it's time to change the filter. Use the non-charged filters and you will see actual engine debris only. It is simply from using the wrong filter. In the past 6 years of doing business, we have seen a pattern of water pump failure.
There is nothing more than a compression collar holding the valve in the filter head body. This means less coolant losses and less mess. The majority of the coolant on each pass takes its normal path. Answer: You can see the output flow of your coolant filter at the inlet of the expansion tank. The sand wears away at water pump seals, hoses and radiators. I know that I could use a coolant dam, or just remove and replace the filter really quick, but we have kids dogs and so even spreading plastic out and trying to catch drips in a bucket is of real concern here.
The continual movement of the coolant through the system will eventually insure that the entire system is filtered clean. While some damage to your pump may already be done, a coolant filter install kit will extend the longevity of your pump before it fails. Answer: The ball valves screw directly into the filter head assembly. I wanted to change out the coolant filter and didn't want to loose all the coolant. If you see no flow, it is already plugged.
Dear Bob, Â I purchased one of your coolant filters for my 6. After the 4th filter is installed your filter should be changed once per year. We did this so there was no extra weight hanging off the heater hose than necessary. This debris did not come from your engine. Even spreading plastic and using a bucket to capture any spilled antifreeze is a real concern, a huge concern. These filters will remove all solid particles -- new or old.
As the solids erode from the cylinder linings, they become an inert particle left behind floating around actually causing more damage, clogging coolers, wearing away seals, etc. Simply change the filter to resume your filtration. If yours works, you have one in a million. So, while you can purchase replacement filters locally, make sure they are non-charged before you purchase. That small amount, therefore, has actually bypassed the heater core.
If you see no flow, it is already plugged. Answer: You would no longer have an effective coolant filter in the system. Use one filter every three months for the first nine months after installation. The other benefit, rare as it is, if you find yourself without a replacement filter, the unit can be shut off and the truck can be run as usual with no change in coolant flow of loss of cool ant. This is called sediment fallout. Anyways, I appreciate the input! Most of the pics shown below were sent by Jeff C.
This debris did not come from your engine. Also engine coolant can exceed the rated temperature of household valves. Personally I would just use a pneumatic coolant dam. They allow you to shut off the flow in both lines so filter changes are cleaner. The idea was somehow tossed aside for light duty applications, most likely due to cost.
How do I seat the valve snug in the filter head body? By using a spin on filter we make it easy for you to change your coolant filter at regular intervals. Answer: You would no longer have an effective coolant filter in the system. Edited July 1, 2017 by Rockwell. I installed your set-up at 51, 090 miles and just changed it at 57,150 6,060 on filter. This kit is a must for every truck. This helps to easy installation especially under todays crowded engine bays.