Looking for modern antifreeze recommendations

There may still be issues with original "long life" and some of the parts in a design that old
That's why I switched everything over to a quality "universal" antifreeze.

I use nothing but standard ethylene glycol and distilled water in my 95 F53 460. Change it ever 3 years. When I pull the block drain plugs, there is no muck in the block. Water pump lasted 90,000 miles.
It probably makes no difference what you use as long as you do the proper maintenance.
I'm sure the diesel guys will tell you all their needs but your ol 460 is a lot more forgiving.

Richard

dan23 wrote:
Pfft. Given the opportunity, I would rather change antifreeze than deal with problems attributed to the newer long-life stuff.

I'm curious, what problems exist by using the long life coolants.

Pfft. Given the opportunity, I would rather change antifreeze than deal with problems attributed to the newer long-life stuff.

I don't know if they have changed things with regard to antifreeze but I wouldn't run a motor on straight water myself.
bumpy

use a 50/50 mix of motorcraft gold and distilled water

If your system is thoroughly cleaned out, almost any of the name brand anti-freeze products will last close to 5 years. I would add a can of water pump lubricant to the antifreeze mix just for a little added protection. You can also use distilled water which helps a little bit, especially if your local water is high in minerals.