Changing Engine Coolant

model12 · 07-12-2009, 12:57 PM

I'm new to the forum and so far enjoy it a lot. I want to change the antifreeze in my 05 Nomad but haven't located the radiator cap or drain plug. Any help appreciated. ;)

**Cajunrider** · 07-12-2009, 02:17 PM

First off, welcome to the forum model12. Don't forget to head to the new members introduction board and let everyone know you are here. Click on the link below and you will find step by step guidance on how to replace your coolant. Let us know where you are from and post some pics of your Nomad.

http://www.gadgetjq.com/coolant_replacement_howto.htm

Yellow Jacket · 07-12-2009, 02:19 PM

The drain plug is on the bottom left side of the radiator. The radiator cap is under the fuel tank on the right side. Yup, you need to remove the tank.

I would suggest that you get a service manual, it will come in very handy.

Welcome to the Nomad Nation!

dogdoc · 07-12-2009, 02:20 PM

be sure to flush with distilled water a few times. I used prestone 50-50 from wally world, but Im sure you will be told not to use it and use only motorcycle coolant. I've not had any trouble what so ever after nearly a year. Kinda like putting a CT on your ride, works just fine.

Welcome

Dennis

robert · 07-12-2009, 02:57 PM

Service Manual down load

http://filestoshare.testsajten.se/20...sic_Tourer.pdf

redjay · 07-12-2009, 06:19 PM

Be sure to get radiator fluid that is silicate free ! I get mine from the local Honda bike dealer.
It is premixed.

model12 · 07-12-2009, 06:45 PM

Thanks for all for the warm welcome and assistance on the tech info.

AlabamaNomadRider · 07-12-2009, 11:39 PM

I am a long way from having to change my antifreeze but I will keep these tips in mind when that time comes. Gene from Alabma.

**Kawhead** · 07-13-2009, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doc (Lonewolf)

be sure to flush with distilled water a few times. I used prestone 50-50 from wally world, but Im sure you will be told not to use it and use only motorcycle coolant. I've not had any trouble what so ever after nearly a year. Kinda like putting a CT on your ride, works just fine.

Welcome

Dennis

That's gonna start a fight. I'm keeping what I use a secret. I use motorcycle antifreeze. That's my stony and I'm stickin' to it.

model12 · 07-13-2009, 07:08 PM

Thanks so much for the information. I'll use the prestone and distilled water. That's what I used in my Kawasaki Concours that I put 115K miles on and never had any problem with the cooling system. Thanks again. Tom

dogdoc · 07-13-2009, 07:53 PM

+1 Tom, finally a smart motorcyclist that knows his bike. BD would praise you. I do too.

cactusjack · 07-13-2009, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doc (Lonewolf)

+1 Tom, finally a smart motorcyclist that knows his bike. BD would praise you. I do too.

johnb · 07-14-2009, 08:00 AM

Has anyone tried "Engine ICE Coolant" ?

07-12-2009, 12:57 PM	#1
model12 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 3	Changing Engine Coolant I'm new to the forum and so far enjoy it a lot. I want to change the antifreeze in my 05 Nomad but haven't located the radiator cap or drain plug. Any help appreciated. ;) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Changing Engine Coolant First off, welcome to the forum model12. Don't forget to head to the new members introduction board and let everyone know you are here. Click on the link below and you will find step by step guidance on how to replace your coolant. Let us know where you are from and post some pics of your Nomad. http://www.gadgetjq.com/coolant_replacement_howto.htm __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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07-12-2009, 02:19 PM	#3
Yellow Jacket Top Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fayetteville, Georgia Posts: 5,792	Changing Engine Coolant The drain plug is on the bottom left side of the radiator. The radiator cap is under the fuel tank on the right side. Yup, you need to remove the tank. I would suggest that you get a service manual, it will come in very handy. Welcome to the Nomad Nation! __________________ Bob KawaNOW/VBA 210 Green/Silver 2006 Patriot Guard Riders 2009
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07-12-2009, 02:20 PM	#4
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Changing Engine Coolant be sure to flush with distilled water a few times. I used prestone 50-50 from wally world, but Im sure you will be told not to use it and use only motorcycle coolant. I've not had any trouble what so ever after nearly a year. Kinda like putting a CT on your ride, works just fine. Welcome Dennis
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07-12-2009, 02:57 PM	#5
robert Jr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 6	Changing Engine Coolant Service Manual down load http://filestoshare.testsajten.se/20...sic_Tourer.pdf Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-12-2009, 06:19 PM	#6
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 7,017	Changing Engine Coolant Be sure to get radiator fluid that is silicate free ! I get mine from the local Honda bike dealer. It is premixed.
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07-12-2009, 06:45 PM	#7
model12 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 3	Changing Engine Coolant Thanks for all for the warm welcome and assistance on the tech info.
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07-12-2009, 11:39 PM	#8
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Changing Engine Coolant I am a long way from having to change my antifreeze but I will keep these tips in mind when that time comes. Gene from Alabma. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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07-13-2009, 07:08 PM	#10
model12 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 3	Changing Engine Coolant Thanks so much for the information. I'll use the prestone and distilled water. That's what I used in my Kawasaki Concours that I put 115K miles on and never had any problem with the cooling system. Thanks again. Tom
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07-13-2009, 07:53 PM	#11
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Changing Engine Coolant +1 Tom, finally a smart motorcyclist that knows his bike. BD would praise you. I do too.
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07-14-2009, 08:00 AM	#13
johnb Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Yonkers, NY Posts: 271	Changing Engine Coolant Has anyone tried "Engine ICE Coolant" ?
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