Hey guys. Im off to the snow in about 1.5 weeks, and I was wondering whether I should get my radiator flushed etc before I go, or just top up the coolant/water.

Also, would the coolant/water mix already have antifreeze in it, or should i get some added

If you ain't positive that it has antifreeze into it, then change it. Any radiator place can do a basic flush and refil. I would presonally be doing it myself, unless you have some other issues (like severe rust issues/sludge etc).

At the least I would just do a quick change.

Undo the drain plug at bottom of radiator (which engine and coolant cold!).
Undo the radiator cap to help water drain out.
Replace drain plug.
Top up with chosen antifreeze coolant stuff.
Replace radiator cap.
Check level after running engine to temp and a little drive.

If it is a bit sludgey, maybe refilling and empty with plain water (a few times) to help flush out crap might be a worthwhile step.

get ur mechanic to check your coolant quality.. they use some silly tool thing to make sure its ok.. They did that for me to make sure coolant can handle temp.. Tested it and said it was good for -18.. :D

get ur mechanic to check your coolant quality.. they use some silly tool thing to make sure its ok.. They did that for me to make sure coolant can handle temp.. Tested it and said it was good for -18.. :D
Yep, I rang my mechanic today (coz its having the front shocks replaced by him) and he is gonna check the coolant, and replace it if neccissary. Id change it myself, except 1) I dont have the time and 2) I dont know where to dispose of the old coolant

Well im glad I put the posting up here, and then rang my mechanic about checking the coolant. He said it would of been fine to 10 degrees!!!! :shock: So they have flushed the system, and replaced coolant. Should be fine to -32 degrees now.