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Old 01-27-2010, 09:34 AM   #28 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by CoastRider View Post
I have looked into replacing the side tanks but usually the rad core is kinda crusty, not to mention I dont trust recrimping the tiny tabs that hold the tanks on.
When you replace the end tanks, those tabs do nothing but hold it in place, they don't seal it. Once the sealant cures, they're not even necessary. I use ratchet straps to tighten them down, but I'm not sure what kind of "glue" I have.
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