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Old 07-06-2011, 09:01 PM
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Okay so the new alternator arrived this morning, was going to be a while before anybody could do the work. I got frustrated last night seeing the X sit like an expensive paperweight in my driveway, printed out the DIY alternator instructions from here and decided to do it myself.

Aside from one small oops, broke the water pump pulley getting it off, which cost me an extra $50 bucks I was able to get down to the old alternator, remove it and reinstall it without trouble. Thanks to X forum members for a great detailed with pictures set of instructions.

I had to go into work so had to cease and desist for the day, but tomorrow will be putting back the last hoses and fan clutch assembly and ready to go. Here's my dilemma........the BMW coolant dilemma

I've read here and several different forums differing opinions. According to what I'm reading, the BMW specific coolant is Silicate and phosphate free. that's why it's so critical to keep it with that formula.
Below is a link to coolant that I keep on the shelf at my store. It specifically states Silicate and Phosphate free. To me that says BMW safe.

http://www.peakauto.com/pdf/specs-pe..._life_5050.pdf

Hoping for a bit more detail then "BMW COOLANT ONLY"

Thoughts? opinions? additional specs i'm overlooking?
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