They definitely crack, happened to me on my previous '84.  Any plastic
subjected to constant heating and cooling cycles will get brittle, add
pressure, and it can crack.  RMW has one they like from Turkey for $27. I'm
sure others have them too. As usual with aftermarket parts, quality on these
will vary.  Might check with the dealer for a good laugh.

Stuart
'85 Westy

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From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
TonyCollins
Sent: Monday, July 29, 2013 7:46 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Coolant reservoir bottle the 85 gl 2wd type

So can someone tell me, is leaking from the under side of these is
common/possible? I came outside this evening to a drip from the back of the
van.

Inspection revealed drip directly above the coolant bottle bracket.
(Underside of bottle ) I could not flip the bottle over or enough to see
under it after I took the retaining screws off. Coolant hoses seem dry, cap
seem dry.  Seems to leak under pressure. Drip drip drip.

Thanks
Tony

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