Freightliner Radiator Resevoir Leaking

[actionjackson]

I have an 02 Winnebago Journey DL, 330 CAT on a Freightliner Custom Chassis. A couple weeks ago I noted, to my dismay, that the plastic resevoir bottle that sits atop the rad had started "seeping" antifreeze. Since this bottle is under presssure I was quite concerned. We're currently in Mexico, so a visit to Freightliner is out of the question. In additiion to leaking the plastic is starting to spall.

I've done a temporary fix sealing the rear of the resevoir bottle with two part expoxy, to strengthen it. It hasn't stopped the leak but seems to have at least bonded to the plastic.

This bottle seems to be in a very tight spot and i'm wondering how much effort it's going to take to remove/replace this plastic bottle.

Anyone with any info or suggestions?

[wolfe10]

A common failure-- UV light is the likely cause of most of the degradation.

Not sure of a solution other than replacement.

You might see if someone coming down from the U.S. can pick one up for you.

Private Message me if you need suggestions on where to post requests for help transporting the part.

[actionjackson]

Thanks, Brett.

I found a similar thread under engines forum and have plenty of ideas. Sounds like I can purchase the surge tank at Freightliner.