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Subject:Re: Coolant Explosion '86 Syncro
From:Pete Cassidy
Date:Tue, 24 Aug 1999 17:00:09 -0700

Dana E Hager said:

>What color WAS your expansion tank cap...black? All new tank caps are
>blue, I believe this was to reduce pressure and stop the famous tank
>crack/leak syndrome.

My old one was black & had a nasty crack from the cap to the top of the
sensor hole. Twisting the cap off made the tank crack 'smile' and
gush coolant.

>Check the Bus Depot for a new tank, I just got one real cheap.

Me, too. Ron's new tanks have the blue cap, too.

I'm going to say it again - change the sensor seal when you're
replacing the tank!!! 8-)

>Dana E Hager
>Nazareth, PA

Pete C

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