364 cu in (6.0L) "Nailhead" V8 (300 hp, 4-bbl)โ€ขRWDโ€ขAUTOMATICโ€ขgas
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Fluid ยท Coolant

Coolant

for 1957 Buick Roadmaster 364 cu in (6.0L) "Nailhead" V8 (300 hp, 4-bbl) ยท RWD
Fluid Type
Ethylene glycol 50/50
Spec: Conventional green coolant
Capacity
19qt
17.97 L
Drain & Refill
19 qt
17.97 L
Change Interval
24,000 mi
38,616 km

Notes

Large capacity V8 cooling system. Flush every 2 years

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