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bluebirdvision
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Posted - 10/07/2012 :  08:20:05 AM  Show Profile  Click to see bluebirdvision's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
'98 TC2000 RE, air brakes. I understand (according to the build sheet) the bus takes a 9 1/2 inch tank (bracket mount.)

Am I okay to use this replacement tank from NAPA? http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/CatalogItemDetail.aspx?R=MBI19842_0006425275

If not, can someone please point me to the right size and/or capacity?

Thanks
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IBTMech
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Posted - 10/09/2012 :  5:53:49 PM  Show Profile  Visit IBTMech's Homepage  Reply with Quote
As long as the fittings are in the right place for you, why not?
If it doesn't fit, FORCE it.
If it breaks, well, it needed replacing anyway.
Pullin' wrenches for 45 years.
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slippert
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Posted - 10/10/2012 :  04:27:40 AM  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
I agree with above^^^ as long as it similar (dia and length)cu in, plumbing will work and number of compartments. if cost is less I would.
Is the original a single, double or triple compartment tank?
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Doug K
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Posted - 10/16/2012 :  07:35:08 AM  Show Profile  Visit Doug K's Homepage  Reply with Quote
We use jobber air tanks on a regular basis, the price from BB is crazy. Usually the jobber tanks have more than enough ports. The ones I buy have mounting flanges, which I just cut off and use the existing mounts.
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bluebirdvision
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Posted - 10/16/2012 :  3:37:49 PM  Show Profile  Click to see bluebirdvision's MSN Messenger address  Reply with Quote
You aren't kidding BB is overpriced, I'll get them from NAPA.
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