> > 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