This is a horrible PITA.  '82, '83, '84 all use different expansion
tanks, hoses, and coolant pipes.  The least expensive fix is to locate
the correct model expansion tank for your engine.  I know, there aren't
any.  When you find them, they are $60-80.  Still cheaper than the big
coolant hose the connects to the head.  Maybe someone on the list has a
used one.  Unfortunately, I do not.

Mike Snow

The Bus Depot wrote:

>>I'm looking for a replacement coolant expansion tank, part number 068 121
>>
>405B.
>
>>It's for a 1982 Diesel Vanagon. I've checked the usual places, busboys,
>>
>busdepot,
>
>>vanagain - but nothing yet. I'm desperate.
>>
>
>
>VW has discontinued this tank. I have been searching for some in Europe but
>so far no luck.  I understand that the later Diesel version, the 405D (which
>is still available), can be substituted if you change a couple of hoses. I
>seem to recall some mention of this on the list once. You might check the
>list archives or ask your local dealer.
>
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