CAT EC-1 Coolant OK for use in CASE DX33 / TC33da?

[paine]

I have not had the tractor long and it has right around 1000 hours on it. I want to get all the fluids replaced and install a block heat as well.
Anyone know if the EC-1 diesel rated coolants are safe to use in these tractors?

I ask because I switched over to it in my 7.3L super duty its a year 2000 truck and from my online findings the older engines (after a certin serial #) have an issue with the gaskets used at the time of assembly, these old trucks can only use the cheap green coolant that doesn't last long. Would be nice to extend the drain interval on the tractor!
Thanks.

 

[MikePA]

I wouldn't know why not. I just put Peak Final Charge in my TC25D.

 

[boomer1025]

You have to watch using the ELC coolant in most of the older engines, gaskets and seals don't like it. I use the Cat DECA (purple color) coolant in my Boomer 1025 which calls for the green coolant.

 

[Copperhead]

I have become a fan of ELC coolants for virtually all my diesels in the last decade. Everything from my last semi to this one, my Jeep Liberty Diesel, my NH TC33DA, etc all get Final Charge. Actually, ELC coolants are better for water pump seal conditioning. And there are no SCA deposits that can build up. There is very little not to like about ELC coolants. And they last longer before needing changed!

 

[paine]

I have become a fan of ELC coolants for virtually all my diesels in the last decade. Everything from my last semi to this one, my Jeep Liberty Diesel, my NH TC33DA, etc all get Final Charge. Actually, ELC coolants are better for water pump seal conditioning. And there are no SCA deposits that can build up. There is very little not to like about ELC coolants. And they last longer before needing changed!

How long have you been using the ELC in the TC33DA?

I am considering switching but I know it can kill some types of seals!

 

[Copperhead]

I first used it in my TC33DA about 6 years ago I believe. When I did the first coolant change on the unit. Never had a leak since switching, and never had to top off again between changes. I have used it in a 2006 Jeep Liberty Diesel since about 2009. I used it in my last semi truck since new in 2006 and in the present one I have with a factory remanned year 2000 built Detroit Series 60 in it. Go thru the FAQs page for Final Charge....

PEAK COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL | FINAL CHARGE | EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT/ANTIFREEZE | FAQS

Specifically.......

Q: Is FINAL CHARGE GLOBAL Coolant/Antifreeze a low silicate, phosphate-free coolant?


A: FINAL CHARGE GLOBAL Coolant/Antifreeze is silicate-free. Instead of using silicates, the advanced formula contains corrosion inhibitors called organic acids. FINAL CHARGE GLOBAL Coolant/Antifreeze is also phosphate-free, nitrite-free and borate-free. The patented OAT inhibitor system provides excellent overall corrosion protection while reducing dropout, water pump seal damage, and internal cooling system scaling and storage stability often associated with conventional coolants and inhibitors.

And......

Q: Does FINAL CHARGE Coolant/Antifreeze protect seals and gaskets against wear and corrosion?

A: FINAL CHARGE Coolant/Antifreeze痴 patented silicate-free, phosphate-free, nitrite-free and borate-free formula provides outstanding long-term NBR, viton and especially silicon elastomer protection.


Is it any wonder why many heavy diesel OEM's are factory filling their commercial engines with a nitrite free ELC like Final Charge? My last two engines were factory filled with this stuff, just under different labeling. But still the same nitrite free ELC that Final Charge is. Cat has their label on the stuff, Navistar, Detroit Diesel, etc as well. But it is the similar product as the Final Charge and interchangeable between the OEM labeled versions.

Most time, I pick up gallons 50/50 premix at a local truck stop near me. I am a bit fanatical with my diesels and I won't use tap water and such. Most of my diesels, including the Jeep, have wet sleeve liners. It is cost effective to pay for 50/50 mix for me since it goes for so long between changes, and I know my liners are being protected from cavitation. I just carry that mindset over to my other diesels that do not have wet sleeve liners.