Re: "Water Wetter" Truth or fiction?
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Originally Posted by ßill
I had a little different take on ww and cooling systems. First the best coolant is pure water. Antifreeze is added to reduce corrosion and to change freezing and boiling points. The addition of antifreeze actually reduces the specific heat capacity of water. WW reduces the surface tension of the water so that when localized boiling happens the size of the bubbles will be smaller, allowing more water to get to the hot surface.
I’m looking forward to the results of your research.
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No, Bill, the best coolant is distilled water. WW enhances the effects and works. Only about a 10 degree drop. Better than none in my book.....
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Last edited by carter200; 02-06-2008 at 12:13 AM.
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