SuiteSuccess Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 (edited) Can’t see paying $60+ for this. Anyone know what kind of connection that push on is and where I could buy just the connection to make my own? Don’t know if the Dixon connector below the pic is correct although it looks close. Edited January 31, 2019 by SuiteSuccess Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 Looks like a std Automotive coupler but you should be able to take a good pic and head to Northern tools or another store that carries different styles of quick connects. The fittings that I use (Milton V style) are supposed to connect to A (ARO) T (Automotive) and M (Industrial) fittings but I haven't tried them on everything. Quote 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted January 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 1 hour ago, GeorgiaHybrid said: Looks like a std Automotive coupler but you should be able to take a good pic and head to Northern tools or another store that carries different styles of quick connects. The fittings that I use (Milton V style) are supposed to connect to A (ARO) T (Automotive) and M (Industrial) fittings but I haven't tried them on everything. Dave, Further research the connection on the bottom of the radiator is a ball valve so the quick connect would have to have a pin to hold that ball valve open. Are those available? Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 Try a Dorman # 924-5002...a bit better on the wallet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 (edited) Read the reviews on the Dorman one before you purchase. Desert Miner, have you had good luck with this version? Edited January 31, 2019 by Parrformance added content Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertMiner Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 My Dorman worked fine..... another option....https://otrperformance.com/collections/tools/products/radiator-coolant-drain-hose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted January 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 52 minutes ago, Parrformance said: Read the reviews on the Dorman one before you purchase. Desert Miner, have you had good luck with this version? Yeah reviews pretty bad on the Dorman. Interesting on some they have a male connect on the drain end of the tube. They say to “properly “ replace the fluid. So just pouring it in the reservoir is not good enough? I know after filling you need to drive it and let it “burp”. So they are filling from the bottom via a pressurized system? Need to see if there’s a good YouTube on the procedure. Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 OTR shows simply pouring it back in the top with three five gallon buckets. Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted January 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 55 minutes ago, Parrformance said: OTR shows simply pouring it back in the top with three five gallon buckets. Yep, saw that one but another I just watched shows how to fill using a vacuum. Tools expensive for one one time use, I doubt I’d be doing it again. Shop wants $300 to just drain and put in new antifreeze. Decisions, decisions. Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted January 31, 2019 Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 (edited) If the shop does do it, you would not ever need to do it again. Edited January 31, 2019 by Parrformance Misspelled Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted January 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Parrformance said: If the shop does do it, you would not ever need to do it again. True but the $300 was just to drain and replace. If I’m gonna do it, I want to flush also which is labor intensive and would probably add another $300. Still researching. Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. On edit, I can’t find the volume of coolant (ELC 50:50 mix) a Volvo d12 holds. Any help? Edited February 1, 2019 by SuiteSuccess Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 Carl, if you can wait until the ECR, I can bring my vacuum filler with me. Or you can make a run to the house before then. Quote 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 22 minutes ago, GeorgiaHybrid said: Carl, if you can wait until the ECR, I can bring my vacuum filler with me. Or you can make a run to the house before then. David, You know this is what Carl was waiting for. You da man, man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moresmoke Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 5 hours ago, DesertMiner said: My Dorman worked fine..... another option....https://otrperformance.com/collections/tools/products/radiator-coolant-drain-hose I bought the one from OTR. Leaked a bit,but worked for me. There is a sleeve inside the male portion on the radiator. The coupler pushes it in to open the passage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted February 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 (edited) 22 minutes ago, Hewhoknowslittle said: David, You know this is what Carl was waiting for. You da man, man. Can always count on my bro’. 👍. I’ve got so many projects to do before the ECR, I’m gonna be torn up and hobbling. Hard on an old man to crawl around under these trucks. Dave, may just make a March run down your way. At least that way would have every tool known to man at my disposal. Just too cold outside right now to work, so I’m still in hibernation. Edited February 1, 2019 by SuiteSuccess Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 13 hours ago, SuiteSuccess said: Yep, saw that one but another I just watched shows how to fill using a vacuum. Tools expensive for one one time use, I doubt I’d be doing it again. Shop wants $300 to just drain and put in new antifreeze. Decisions, decisions. Great find, on the list of new tools to have. Thanks Suite. Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 14 hours ago, SuiteSuccess said: True but the $300 was just to drain and replace. If I’m gonna do it, I want to flush also which is labor intensive and would probably add another $300. Still researching. Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. On edit, I can’t find the volume of coolant (ELC 50:50 mix) a Volvo d12 holds. Any help? Hi Carl, I have a few question for you. Is that cost to do the work from a mom and pop shop or the dealer ? When you said replace, are you talking about new antifreeze ? What do you think the cost of antifreeze alone would be ? You might want to think if you got hurt and had to go to the doctor's office, what would that cost ? Just some things to think about, Al Quote 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted February 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 1 hour ago, alan0043 said: Hi Carl, I have a few question for you. Is that cost to do the work from a mom and pop shop or the dealer ? When you said replace, are you talking about new antifreeze ? What do you think the cost of antifreeze alone would be ? You might want to think if you got hurt and had to go to the doctor's office, what would that cost ? Just some things to think about, Al Al, That cost is J&K Truck Repair in Crossville which has done a lot of work on my truck and provides what I consider good service. Labor is $90 an hour with minimum billed time of 1 hr. to drain and refill. Cost of extended life coolant is little over $17/gallon. He estimated about 10 gals to refill. Now if I wanted the flush that would add several more hours of labor time plus chemical flush so probably around another $300 for total of $600. Been researching more and some people saying that flushing may in the long term create more problems by allowing "gunk" to deposit in the heater cores especially rear which we rarely use. If it was used regularly and circulaited daily then would be beneficial to flush to get all the gunk out. Thus may be better to just change in my case. Interesting to note I have the coolant tested at each PM and so far has been good but on reading about it, suggestion is to change every 500,000 miles OR 5 years for extended life. I'm at the 5 year mark since last change. Also is really not hard to change with that hose I listed but there are multiple other plug sites that need to be drained also to get all the coolant out. The video really shows the ideal way to refill with a vacuum because you not only check for leaks but also do not have air pockets that could be an issue. Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imurphy907 Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 I can't speak to the drain hose. But I work on generators for data centers and telecom facilities. Recharging via the vacuum method is a godsend. It almost completely eliminates air pockets. We went from having to babysit and burp a particular set of generators for days. To be a one shot and done process, no air pockets no burping none of that hassle. Quote 2016 Road Warrior 420 2001 Volvo VNL 660 Alaska Based. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 I use my vacuum filler for every engine that gets any cooling system repair, water pump, thermostat, etc. Carl, one other thing that I just automatically do when changing out antifreeze is to replace the thermostat at the same time. Not much cost and a lot of piece of mind in that simple little gadget. You also need to inspect and replace any hoses that are showing signs of old age, separation in the linings, soft spots, etc. Just let me know when you would like to come down and we can get it done. Quote 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted February 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 2 hours ago, GeorgiaHybrid said: I use my vacuum filler for every engine that gets any cooling system repair, water pump, thermostat, etc. Carl, one other thing that I just automatically do when changing out antifreeze is to replace the thermostat at the same time. Not much cost and a lot of piece of mind in that simple little gadget. You also need to inspect and replace any hoses that are showing signs of old age, separation in the linings, soft spots, etc. Just let me know when you would like to come down and we can get it done. Yeah, I was looking at the thermostat access to see how hard. Looking at March for a road trip. Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 Looking at hoses is good, but don't forget to look at the metal lines as well. We had one fail last year, right where a mounting tab was welded on. I've since replaced every steel line on the coolant system, as well as the flexible lines. Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 March should be good to go or any other time that will work for you. Quote 2017 Kenworth T6802015 DRV 38RSSA Elite Suites2016 Smart Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adept99 Posted February 1, 2019 Report Share Posted February 1, 2019 Suite - You got "interesting" pictures of him or something??? Quote Paul & Paula + Daisy the amazing wiggle worm dog... 2001 Volvo 770 Autoshift, Singled, w/ Aluminum Bed - Toy Draggin 2013 395AMP XLR Thunderbolt Toy Hauler 2013 Smart Passion 2012 CanAm Spyder RT 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted February 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2019 15 minutes ago, adept99 said: Suite - You got "interesting" pictures of him or something??? Not saying. 😜. But you gotta admit having a buddy who has LOTS of tools and likes to work on cars and trucks ain’t a bad thing! Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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