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Reddit mentions of Coolant Overflow Tank Recovery Bottle Expansion Reservoir with Cap Replacement for 02-08 Cooper S 17137529273
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We found 2 Reddit mentions of Coolant Overflow Tank Recovery Bottle Expansion Reservoir with Cap Replacement for 02-08 Cooper S 17137529273. Here are the top ones.
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- Designed and manufactured to match OEM parts
- Keep your engine at the right temperature under a variety of conditions
- Complete and ready for installation, no modifications required
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
Features:
Specs:
| Height | 8.5 Inches |
| Length | 10.35 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Width | 8.35 Inches |
I just replaced the tank on my '05 R53 MCS two weeks ago. It was leaking all along the seam where the two halves come together. I'm sure I lost a bunch of coolant before I noticed it. The coolant was just bubbling out & never hit the ground, so it was hard to pick up on. I replaced it with this one from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SKHSYEE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's exactly like the OEM one. I figured that since the OEM tank lasted this long, I'd stick with the plastic. There are a couple of aluminum ones out there, but I didn't see springing the $100 for one - I'd rather spend that on a new supercharger pulley, or a new air intake assembly.
The replacement process is one of the only easy things I've done on my Mini. One bolt and 2 hose clamps is all that's holding it in. Done in about 15 minutes. Have fun!
EDIT: a word
Literally 2 bolts and two hose clamps. They leak at the seam. Your cap looks like it's leaking with that spray out at the end. It's literally $25 and the tank comes with a new cap.
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