Hawk Vintage Cool 180° Waterless Cooling Fluid 2L for Classic Cars

Hawk Vintage Cool 180° 2L waterless cooling fluid, formerly marketed as Evans Vintage Cool 180, is specially formulated for classic cars and historic vehicles dating back to the 1950s. It allows you to replace ordinary cooling fluid with waterless technology, which is particularly beneficial for preserving the cooling systems of older engines.

With a boiling point exceeding 180°C, Vintage Cool 180° significantly limits vapor formation in the hottest areas of the engine. Vapor locks locally reduce cooling efficiency and can contribute to cylinder head gasket issues.

The absence of water also helps prevent corrosion and oxidation caused by its presence in the system. Vapor pressure is significantly reduced compared to a standard cooling fluid, which lessens the stress on hoses, gaskets, the radiator, and other components of the cooling system.

The reduction in cavitation also allows the water pump to operate under less stress and consume less power. Hawk Vintage Cool 180° also provides freeze protection down to approximately -40°C and has a very long operating time.

Proper preparation of the cooling system is essential

Before switching to Hawk Vintage Cool 180°, the cooling system must be properly prepared with Hawk Prep Fluid. This step helps eliminate any residual water that may remain in the engine block, radiator, hoses, or heating system after draining the system.

This preparation is essential to fully enjoy the benefits of waterless technology. Hawk Vintage Cool 180° must never be diluted with water, as the presence of water would negate some of the intended benefits.

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The benefits of Hawk Vintage Cool 180° cooling fluid

• 100% water-free: cooling technology designed to operate without the addition of water.
• Specially formulated forclassic cars: a formulation designed for classic cars and historic vehicles dating back to the 1950s.
• Boiling point above 180°C: significantly limits vapor formation in the hottest areas of the engine.
• Antifreeze protection down to approximately -40°C: No additional antifreeze is required.
• Reduced vapor pressure: reduces stress on hoses, gaskets, the radiator, and other cooling system components.
• Reduced cavitation: helps protect the water pump and cooling system components.
• Less stress on the water pump: it requires less power to operate.
• Corrosion protection: The absence of water limits the corrosion and oxidation associated with its presence.
• Extremely long operating time: technology designed to remain in the cooling system for an extended period.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Hawk Waterless Coolants
• Range: Vintage Cool 180°
• Former name: Evans Vintage Cool 180
• Type: Waterless cooling fluid
• Volume: 2 liters
• Application: classic cars and historic vehicles up to the 1950s
• Boiling point: above 180°C
• Antifreeze protection: down to approximately -40°C
• Dilution with water: no
• System preparation: Use Hawk Prep Fluid when switching from a standard cooling fluid

FAQs about Hawk Vintage Cool 180°

For which vehicles is Hawk Vintage Cool 180° intended?

Hawk Vintage Cool 180° is specially formulated for vintage cars and historic vehicles dating back to the 1950s. For more recent classic vehicles, particularly those produced approximately between the years 1950 and 1980, Hawk Classic Cool 180° is generally more suitable.

Why use a water-free cooling fluid in a classic car?

Switching to a water-free cooling fluid helps reduce vapor pressure, significantly limit the formation of vapor locks, and eliminate corrosion directly linked to the presence of water. These properties are particularly beneficial for preserving the cooling systems of classic cars.

Should Hawk Prep Fluid be used before Vintage Cool 180°?

Yes. When switching from a standard cooling fluid, the system must be thoroughly flushed and then prepared with Hawk Prep Fluid. This fluid helps absorb any residual water still present in the engine and cooling system before the final fill.

Can Hawk Vintage Cool 180° be mixed with water?

No. Vintage Cool 180° must never be diluted with water, as this would negate the key benefits of waterless cooling technology.

What should you do if water is added during a breakdown?

If water must be added in exceptional circumstances to enable a repair, you must then completely flush the system, properly remove any residual water, and prepare the system again before filling it with the appropriate waterless coolant.

Does Hawk Vintage Cool 180° replace Evans Vintage Cool 180?

Yes. Evans Waterless Coolants has become Hawk Waterless Coolants. Users familiar with Evans Vintage Cool 180 will now find this technology under the Hawk Waterless Coolants brand.

What quantity of Vintage Cool 180° is needed for a car?

The quantity needed depends on the total capacity of the vehicle’s cooling system. Be sure to use enough product to completely fill the system without diluting it with water.