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Wet tank replacement - BusNit - 04-21-2024

I am debating on replacing the wet tank as the labor to remove it is far more than the front tanks were. Space is tighter back there. I have been looking for a 9" diameter by 28" wide 6 port tank. I am finding similar tanks but they have mounting ears on the sides. Those are right around $3-400. Has anyone replaced there's and care to share a part number that I can substitute with? If not, I will just try to recycle what I have.

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RE: Wet tank replacement - BusNit - 05-06-2024

I got around to working on the bus yesterday. When I lost my favorite and most loving bird, I was not myself and had no motivation to do anything. I am still getting over her loss. Either way, I got under the bus and started cracking loose the fittings. It was a method of contortionism around the tag axle and the driveshaft. I did get the tank out and ordered what I think may work from FleetPride. I could have my original cleaned and powder coated but since it is in a tough to get at area without a pit, I felt it was better to replace.


On a final note, I am debating on replacing the air valve mounted up high. I believe it is a Bendix R14. If anyone has any suggestions or just to leave it alone, I am all ears. It is working fine but it is 31 years old.

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RE: Wet tank replacement - Fulltiming - 05-07-2024

I would replace the Positive Pressure Valve. It is critical to the operation of the brakes in case of a major air leak.

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RE: Wet tank replacement - Richard - 05-07-2024

Replace the valve. If the plastic spool in the center of the pic fails you will not build ANY air pressure. I saw this happen with Chappel Jordan’s coach once. I took a bit of a shortcut with mine, and simply replaced the spool piece.

If you go that route, circlip pliers will remove the snap ring and the spool comes right out.

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RE: Wet tank replacement - BusNit - 05-07-2024

Thanks guys. I was hoping to hear you all say, "Leave it alone, it's fine"! Of course, getting all those air lines off will push me to replace them. I removed the tag axle brake chambers to get replacements along with their respective hoses. I've gotta say that Newell used some really good components and hoses. They are dated from 1991 and are in very good pliable/service condition still.

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