Date:         Tue, 2 Jul 2002 12:53:18 -0400
Reply-To:     David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Coolant expansion tank-help before ordering!
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At 12:59 AM 7/2/2002, Mark G wrote:
>Here is the problem.  I need to order a new expansion tank for my '87
>Westy. The picture/text on page 23 of the Bus Depot catalog says I need
>coolant expansion tank 86-91 part number 025 121 403B (Picture number 9
>shows this to be a squarish tank with a regular (like American style,) cap
>on it.
>
>However, my '87 UNDOUBTABLY has the expansion tank listed as coolant
>expansion tank 83-85, part number 025 121 403A, (picture number 8)  It is
>sort of roundish/ovalish with a black cap that has a small hose going to
>the recovery tank.  Also, the bracket (with two screws holding the tank
>on,) looks original and made for the tank.

405D is square and was used until VIN 24-D-089-112 in WBX.  403A is round
and superceded 405D and is listed as current for '84 after that VIN.  403B
is also round and is listed as current for '87.  They use the same drawing
to show both, so any differences are small.

david


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'85 GL "Poor Relation"