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    Expansion tank hose spigot / clip failure

    As discussed, I have cleaned up the casting and filed to create a flatter lip. The clip still does not hold, and pulls off very easily. Not sure how it held before to be honest. :? Secured with a jubilee clip for the moment, but I am not happy with it due to the angles and pressure. So will...
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    Expansion tank hose spigot / clip failure

    New to me V6S awd. I have covered approx 1600 miles since purchasing. Yesterday, the pipe from the header tank to the new style aluminium component, came off during driving, leading to coolant going absolutely everywhere. Luckily I was in a position to stop and turn off the car quickly...
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