Coolant tank for Allegro bus

Just had to replace mine last month. I have a Spartan chassis and ordered a replacement from rvchassisparts.com. Only cost $26.00.

My F53/460 had the same problem......right before a trip....I took it out, cleaned it good and used red silicone gasket maker.....waited a day ,put it in service....worked fine....in your case...drain it , clean crack area good and do the same...it will be fine....

luvdoggiez,
Well Sir, as has been stated, you didn't mention your chassis manufacturer. If, it's a Freightliner, then that tank will run you about $130.00, plus or minus. It is a specific size, shape and design. It has multiple outlets etc. for various hoses etc. You just don't go down to Auto Zone and pick up a $19.95 replacement. Ain't happening.

Many threads on this and IRV.2 about that surge/overflow tank replacement and, how to protect it from future element damage. Many guys simply get some aluminized tape, (the kind they use for A/C ducting) and tape it all up to reflect the elements.

But, not only is the cost a factor, but replacing it, for many of us, is shear terror. They didn't give much room for most fat fingers and wrenches in there. At least on mine and several friends who also have Freightliner chassis.

And, as for picking one up from a junk yard, well, yeah you can do that but, how long has it been in service? How long has it been sitting in the elements? You're better off biting the bullet and getting a new one and be done with it for years. UP to you. Good luck on the change out.
Scott

luvdoggiez wrote:
Hi there everyone,

DW and I have a 2003 Allegro Bus motorhome. Just inside the grate for the engine compartment is a Plastic overflow tank for the radiator. It has sprung a leak just above the Minimum line on the tank.

I understand this can happen to these tank because of the UV rays they are exposed too. Does anyone have any idea where we might find a place where we won't pay an arm and a leg to get a replacement one of these tanks. I've tried looking at ebay and Amazon and haven't found anything. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Happy Camping! Eric and Carol Anderson

Call Tiffin Parts, they will give you a price on the phone. Also, talk to a tech rep at Tiffin if you need assistance.

They are excellent:

256 356-8661
Parts Sales:
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Richard Blanton, x-3322

That tank is supplied as part of the package from the chassis manufacturer. That would be a good first place to start your search. As indicated, those tanks are not cheap. There are many comments on the RV forums about replacing this tank on other brand motorhomes.

Have you asked your question at tiffinrvnetwork.com?

Cummins? Cat? Freightliner? Sparten? Need more information so people can point you in the right direction.

I've heard if you get the truck chassis tank the price will be 1/3 of what the motorhome chassis would cost.

You are going to pay at least an arm for it. You will have to go to a junk yard to find a used one or a truck parts house, not an auto parts store, to find one. I would take the current one with me to compare. Good luck.
Ron