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[Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![8-Awesome-Engine-Bay-With-Aluminum-Tanks-Thumb](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/hubfs/Blog%20Files/Blog%20Thumbnails/8-Awesome-Engine-Bay-With-Aluminum-Tanks-Thumb.jpg)](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/8-awesome-engine-bays) There is nothing like a nice clean engine bay.  One of the easiest ways to improve your engine bay is to remove and replace as many of the plastic components as possible. Doing this can make a huge difference when opening the hood of your car.  Tanks are one of the most common plastic elements in an engine bay.  Unlike an engine cover though, they can't just be removed and thrown away.  They serve a functional purpose that will need to be addressed.  Replacing them with aluminum not only improves the aesthetics but also prevents the common failure of aging plastic tanks. Keep reading to see some of the great engine bays we have seen featuring aluminum tanks. [Read More](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/8-awesome-engine-bays) 5 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/8-awesome-engine-bays#comments-listing) Topics: [News & Trends](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/news-trends), [Engine Cooling Technology](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/engine-cooling-technology), [Tanks](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/tanks) ## [Size Matters - Calculating Expansion Tank Size Requirements](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/calculating-expansion-tank-size-requirements) Posted by [Jeff Behuniak](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/author/jeff-behuniak) on Jan 12, 2018, 10:32:40 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Tank-Neck.jpg](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/hubfs/Blog%20Files/Interior%20Blog%20Images/Tank-Neck.jpg)](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/calculating-expansion-tank-size-requirements) The main job of an expansion tank has to do with, not surprisingly, expansion.  As a basic requirement, expansion tanks should allow enough space for coolant to expand at normal operating temperature and not be pushed out of the pressure relief fitting in the neck.  [Read More](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/calculating-expansion-tank-size-requirements) 7 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/calculating-expansion-tank-size-requirements#comments-listing) Topics: [Product Tech](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/product-tech), [Engine Cooling Technology](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/engine-cooling-technology), [Tanks](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/tanks) ## [Setting up Your Cooling System - Expansion vs Recovery Tanks](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/setting_up_your_cooling_system_expansion_vs_recovery) Posted by [Jeff Behuniak](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/author/jeff-behuniak) on Oct 30, 2017, 3:47:18 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Expansion Tank Diagram.jpg](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/hubfs/Blog%20Files/Interior%20Blog%20Images/Expansion%20Tank%20Diagram%232B_Flat.jpg)](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/setting_up_your_cooling_system_expansion_vs_recovery) Cooling systems are one of the most important systems in an engine.  Running an engine too hot can cause fluids and parts to break down an can ultimately lead to a catastrophic failure.  At the same time an engine that is running too cold can be inefficient and poor performing. There are two ways that engines have traditionally been cooled, by air and by water. Many old cars and even some newer motorcycles feature air cooled engines.   However, most modern cars require liquid cooled systems.  [Read More](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/setting_up_your_cooling_system_expansion_vs_recovery) 60 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/setting_up_your_cooling_system_expansion_vs_recovery#comments-listing) Topics: [Product Tech](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/product-tech), [Engine Cooling Technology](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/engine-cooling-technology), [Tanks](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/tanks) ## [Plastic Tanks, The Good, Bad, & Ugly](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/plastic-tanks-good-bad-ugly) Posted by [Jeff Behuniak](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/author/jeff-behuniak) on Oct 28, 2016, 4:45:35 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos-Art/Old-Tank.jpg)](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/plastic-tanks-good-bad-ugly) As anyone that has spent anytime under the hood of a car knows most coolant tanks are made of plastic.  In the majority of automotive applications the coolant tank is manufactured out of polyethylene.  The use of polyethylene as with anything else has advantages and disadvantages.   Lets look at why plastic may or may not be the best choice for you ...  [Read More](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/plastic-tanks-good-bad-ugly) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/plastic-tanks-good-bad-ugly#comments-listing) Topics: [Reviews & Comparisons](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/reviews-comparisons), [Engine Cooling Technology](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/engine-cooling-technology), [Tanks](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/topic/tanks) [All posts](https://blog.cantonracingproducts.com/blog/all) The Canton Blog is your source for information and insight on the world of engine oil and cooling systems. 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