So I'm thinking of trying out a cooling system refiller kit like the one linked. Would an air compressor with a 6 gal tank be enough to run this effectively? If not, what would be the minimum recommended size for something like this?

https://store.snapon.com/Cooling-Sys...l-P888852.aspx

 

Is that supposed to be some futuristic manifold gauge?

 

What it does is after draining the coolant, this attaches onto the radiator filler neck and creates a vacuum using compressed air. Then using that vacuum, coolant is sucked into the system air bubble and air lock free which means its a hell of a lot faster than the other way to replace coolant. It can also be used to pressure test the system. Here's a document I found thay kinda explains how these things are used. But basically, its just a more convenient way to replace the coolant.

 

make your money spend your $300. for $30 I got a fill kit with a massive funnel attached to the rad, filled it up, started the car etc etc.

seems pretty complex but I always like garage tools.

darcy

 

this is the one i used. I still end up using a funnel to make sure all air is out for peace of mind..

 

What type of compressor/tank size would you recommend using with something like this?

 

Congrats! Ever since my coworker bought her 911, I have lusted for one. Just trying to justify getting a GT3 RS.

 

I have a similar tool. I used a 60L compressor. With my unit the valve can be turned off and on - therefore the tool can be isolated whilst the compressor has time to charge. In this way it could be used with a smaller compressor over a number of charge cycles.

 

All ya need, especially for those every 80,000 miles or 5 year engine coolant changes.


$26 on Amazon or just borrow your buddy's.

-- Chuck

 

I don't like the idea to squish all the old hoses completely flat from the vacuum from that expensive equipment.
Just get the spill free funnel, it works great.