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Old Sep 13, 2009 | 01:26 PM
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I just noticed this on Moroso's website, and it's listed as a new product. It's an all aluminum coolant expansion tank replacement for 90-97 miata's:


I know mine is starting to crack in several areas, and this would be an awesome replacement... looks like my list of thing to buy just got bigger The product number is 63780. Has anyone had the chance to see/use one yet?
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 01:51 PM
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At $150 to $170, it seems a bit expensive.

It sure does look well built, though!
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 02:03 PM
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damn thats sexy

Maybe theyll start making one for the NB, Id probably end up using it for WI though, lol
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 02:07 PM
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OMFG that is one beautiful overflow tank! if i had the extra $ i would def buy haha
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 02:08 PM
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I saw this when it came out on miatamania.com.

I want one so bad.
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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Looks nice.. Too much $$.

Originally Posted by viperormiata
I saw this when it came out on miatamania.com.

I want one so bad.
LMAO. Your sig FTW! Back when the blue car was burning more oil per mile than gasoline we used to love giving hybrid owners the smoke screen. Tell em something like, "Oh.. you think you're saving the planet with that windup toy? Watch this..."
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 11:03 PM
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A brand new plastic tank is only $32 from Mazda Motorsports. Considering the original lasted close to 20 years, I wouldn't have a problem with the dependability of a new OEM one. The Moroso one is over 5x as much and you can't see through it for a quick visual check of coolant level. It's some nice bling but I'm not sure what else it brings to the table.
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 11:11 PM
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You can spend $30 more and get an AWR header tank and swirl pot.
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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Hmmm ....
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Moroso aluminum tanks don’t just look good, they have been engineered for performance! Aluminum is stronger and lighter weight than the factory plastic reservoirs.
Is that aluminum piece really lighter than the oem plastic one?

Old Sep 14, 2009 | 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by j_man
Hmmm ....
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Is that aluminum piece really lighter than the oem plastic one?
I doubt it
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 10:59 AM
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If the $$ is worth the looks than id go for it but if you just need a replacement i would just buy an oem
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 11:15 AM
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Ive been wanting this for awhile, but could never justify the $$$. Mine was fucked so I got a replacement "universal" one from summit. Only thing is the fitting leaks, I just need to pull it off and put some silicone on it and no problem. Out of the engine bay and under the passenger side headlight.

Old Sep 14, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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I see no real advantage to this waste of money.
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by zoomin
I see no real advantage to this waste of money.
u get vagina with it
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by tyson87
u get vagina with it
and that's only if she likes big tanks..
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 03:09 PM
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I still think it's sexy as hell.
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