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Old Mar 15, 2020 | 10:47 AM
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1969 Cutlass Overflow Tank Cap

Anyone know where I can find a radiator overflow tank metal screw on cap. Everything I found online are the plastic snap on caps.


Old Mar 15, 2020 | 11:51 AM
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That is an aftermarket add-on tank that is long out of production. I doubt you'll find a ready replacement cap, unless there's one from a jar that just happens to fit. No 1969 Olds came with an overflow tank from the factory.
Old Mar 17, 2020 | 10:02 AM
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I didn't know these were not included from the factory. Thanks for the feedback!
Old Mar 17, 2020 | 01:01 PM
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Perhaps it is possible to clean that one up (chemically, maybe?) and plate or paint it.
Old Mar 17, 2020 | 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Fun71
Perhaps it is possible to clean that one up (chemically, maybe?) and plate or paint it.
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Old Mar 17, 2020 | 01:31 PM
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I believe I've seen lids nearly the same in WalMart & assorted places which have a Home Furnishings/Cooking/Cookware department. Sold individually. Here's a representative picture of them (I know you don't need 40 of them).

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Old Mar 17, 2020 | 03:14 PM
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So, in all seriousness, what's the intent here? If this is a concourse restoration, the tank needs to be completely removed since it isn't factory anyway. If the goal is just to have an overflow tank that doesn't look crappy, buy a new generic one and swap it out. That's likely cheaper and easier than trying to find a matching cap.
Old Mar 17, 2020 | 04:14 PM
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Just looking to clean up the engine bay. I will buy another aftermarket tank and bracket.
Old Mar 17, 2020 | 04:53 PM
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I think I have one of those.
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