{"product_id":"coolant-expansion-tank-aluminum","title":"Coolant Expansion Tank (Aluminum) [Vanagon]","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur heavy-duty aluminum coolant expansion tank \u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ewith a modern all-metal level sensor is a direct replacement for the original failure-prone plastic tank. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e All 1983-85 (1.9 cooling system kit) and 1986-91 (2.1 cooling system kit) watercooled Vanagon, including 4WD Syncro. \u003cem\u003eNot for Diesel!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIf you want to replace your coolant expansion tank and sensor and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eforget about it\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, this is the tank for you. This hand-made all-aluminum coolant expansion tank features a sight glass that is visible from behind the license plate, and installs right into your original bracket. The installation couldn't be easier!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eRugged all-metal (aluminum) construction: No plastic! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Durable black powder-coated exterior for corrosion resistance - \u003cem\u003eOptional\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Includes an all-metal coolant level sensor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e - GoWesty exclusive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Internal fluid control sensor column eliminates false low-level alarms\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003e- GoWesty exclusive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eSight glass for accurate coolant level readings (visible behind the license plate) - \u003cem\u003eGoWesty exclusive\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eInstalls perfectly into the original tank bracket - \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoWesty exclusive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eComplete kit - includes tank, pressure cap, level sensor, installation hardware, and detailed instructions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's so bad about the original-style plastic tanks and level sensors?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor years Vanagon plastic coolant expansion tanks and level sensors have been the source of great disappointment. This is not because the original design was flawed. In fact, the original VW-made parts were known to last well over twenty-years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe disappointment began when the original VW-produced parts became obsolete, and many different manufacturers started making aftermarket parts, most of which are junk. Some tanks would literally melt the first time the engine got up to temperature. And all bets are off on the plastic level sensors that are currently available, which have a nasty habit of cracking and blowing right out of the top of the tank! If you still have a plastic tank that is serviceable, we offer an all-metal \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Coolant Level Sensor Conversion Kit\" href=\"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/products\/coolant-level-sensor-conversion-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoolant Level Sensor Conversion Kit\u003c\/a\u003e to fit our all-metal sensor on a plastic tank (this sensor is included with our metal tank). But the best choice is to bite the bullet and go all metal!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e the original plastic coolant level sensor would eventually leak fluid into the electrical “sealed” plug causing the metal terminals to corrode. It is very common for the coolant level warning system to still does not work after a new sensor is installed due to the corroded terminals. So, if you are on the fence about switching to our all-metal sensor because you don’t want to cut wires and mess with terminals—just jump over that fence already because you will have to no matter what!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switching to a GoWesty metal coolant expansion tank is for longevity, as it will outlast any plastic tank. No tank can fix the “my plastic tank is filling with ‘air’, blowing up like a balloon, and my overflow tank is overflowing!” symptom. That is not the tank’s fault. You likely have other issues, like overheating or a head gasket issue. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime warranty on the tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your metal GoWesty coolant expansion tank has any issue with defects in materials or workmanship, simply reach out to us and we will replace it! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: The peripheral tank parts are warranted for 12 months, with replacements available separately if\/as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ePDF Instructions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/18G9JDvaiN_tlzK9esDOrXbbaOi5dGZbT\/view?usp=share_link\" title=\"GW-V-COOL-TANK.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGW-V-COOL-TANK Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GoWesty","offers":[{"title":"2.1 type","offer_id":44010697752741,"sku":"GW-V-COOL-TANK-2.1-BK","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.9 type","offer_id":44010697785509,"sku":"GW-V-COOL-TANK-1.9-BK","price":282.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/8170\/4357\/files\/GW-V-COOL-TANK-2.1-BK2.1.jpg?v=1772755365","url":"https:\/\/gowesty.com\/en-ca\/products\/coolant-expansion-tank-aluminum","provider":"GoWesty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}