Alternative to Pentosin
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Alternative to Pentosin
I am in the process of replacing my hydraulic fluid and trying to find out if there is an alternative to the Pentosin fluid. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.(if not where can I get Pentosin for less than $18usd)
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If you're doing the whole system flush, then there is this alternative:
At $11/liter...
At $11/liter...
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All my readings have indicated that Pentosin has a shelf life..... my question: is buying 20L over kill being that I most likely wont replace the fluid again for another 3-4 years? (a group buy would be awesome right now) lol
Someone correct me if I am wrong. 10L should be more than enough fluid to flush the whole system?
Someone correct me if I am wrong. 10L should be more than enough fluid to flush the whole system?
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If you're doing the whole system flush, then there is this alternative: Pentosin Power Steering Fluid Pentosin CHF 11S 20 Ltr : Amazon.com : Automotive
At $11/liter...
At $11/liter...
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I used this pentosin alternative when I replaced my abc pump (complete system flush) on my '05 S600 with No issues. No doubt there may be some naysayers, but it worked for me.
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($212.62) with free shipping.
Don't forget, Pentosin is Hygroscopic (absorbs water) same as brake fluid so it must be sealed and stored properly for the next flush cycle.
Don't forget, Pentosin is Hygroscopic (absorbs water) same as brake fluid so it must be sealed and stored properly for the next flush cycle.
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I recently bought a 20 liter jug from Amazon and did the ABC flush. The seal on the pouring mouth of the jug is very good, but I also put a thin film of plastic across the opening before I put the seal cap back on and tightened it. Don't want the balance of about 9 liters absorbing water over the next ~2 years!!
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