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Date:         Tue, 28 Feb 1995 13:11:50 +0000
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From:         "Richard Lamoreaux" <Richard.Lamoreaux@seagull.rtd.com>
Subject:      Re: Cracked expansion tank

> > i think it is a case of using the wrong material for the tank. my 88 bus > > gets about 35,000-40,000 miles per tank. and i don't believe there is any > > way to 'repair' the tank. :( i suppose you could always replace the tank > > with something of your own design and manufacturer, but for my cost of $40, > > it's just not worth the trouble to me ... especially since the tanks seem > > to last about 2 - 2.5 years. and, yes, it seems to be a really common > > problem: the dealer in atlanta keeps several of these in stock. (unlike the > > ball joints, which they do NOT keep in stock). > > You really change it that often? I haven't really noticed a problem at 60K > miles. Maybe I need to take a better look. What are the tell-tale signs? > I don't have any leakage that I can see. > > Steven

Symptoms that I noticed are flashing coolant LED when engine cold and running and coolant/residue in the well around the level sensor. Closer examination reveals cracks just below the filler neck.

I tried to fix mine with duct tape and Crisco, but got blown away by the prunes. :-p

Rich.

Richard Lamoreaux Tucson, AZ lumpy@rtd.com (602)296-1226

'78 Chicken Coop '87 Weekender


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