Pentofrost SF vs E

MadScience

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Hi all,

Is there difference between these coolants? Both are G12 compatible, but Pentosin now says Pentofrost E is for 2006 onwards.

Thanks!
 

dieseldorf

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Pentofrost E would be for newer cars (HOAT w/silicates).

Science, if you want to stick with the original (G12), you'd look at the SF flavor.
 

UhOh

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VW now carries G13, no more G12, I believe. Not sure what this difference is.
 

dieseldorf

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Pentosin G12 is widely available in the USA now, if that's what you want.
 
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