[allyn17]

I have a 2014 wildcat trail. One of the coolant pipes has sprung a leak and I want to replace both tubes. It looks like they built the vehicle around the tubes. Anyone have suggestions on how to replace them?

 

[Sak kitty]

Bottom skid plate off, and center counsel out. Then you can get a better handle on the aluminum snake as to how it goes in.

 

[allyn17]

I have changed both coolant pipes from radiator to engine. Just to let you know, this was an adventure. I had to completely disassemble the interior and all rear body panels. The pipe that sprung a leak was almost totally plugged up.

 

[allyn17]

I would also like to know if anyone has any thoughts on aftermarket coolant type for refill.

 

[Wired]

I use standard Prestone, 50/50 mix with distilled water. I've done one full flush and replace on each of my trail's and no difference between before and after the service. Personally, I like to use stuff that's readily available so if I need to add more I don't have to worry about it mixing with other stuff.