Ford Mustang Expansion Tank 2015+

  1. 2015 Mustang Expansion Tank Project, Part 2: First Prototype Test Fit

    2015 Mustang Expansion Tank Project, Part 2: First Prototype Test Fit

    Interested in picking up our aluminum coolant expansion tank? Check out more details on our product page linked below.

    Mishimoto Ford Mustang EcoBoost/V6/V8 Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank

    Last time we gave you some insight into the internal and external design of our expansion tank, and now we have our first prototype! Keep in mind, this prototype was constructed to verify fitment and functionality. We selected our standard polished finish, but we are certainly keeping in mind all the feedback regarding the finishes and colors everyone would prefer.

    Mishimoto Expansion Tank Prototype

    No more stalling, check out our prototype tank!

    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed
    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed

    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed
    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed

    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed
    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype installed

    A look at the mounting points for the fan shroud!

    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype, mounting points
    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype, mounting points

    Our setup for the fluid level indicator is shown in the image below.

    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype, fluid-level indicator
    Mishimoto expansion tank prototype, fluid-level indicator
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  2. 2015 Mustang Expansion Tank Project, Part 1: Stock Tank and 3D Modeling

    2015 Mustang Expansion Tank Project, Part 1: Stock Tank and 3D Modeling

    Interested in picking up our aluminum coolant expansion tank? Check out more details on our product page linked below.

    Mishimoto Ford Mustang EcoBoost/V6/V8 Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank

    It's hard to match that feeling you get when purchasing a new car, especially the new S-550 Mustang. Picking up your friends for joy rides, melting the tires down the full length of your neighborhood, pulling into the driveway, popping the hood in complete ecstasy " wait " what is that? Is that the coolant expansion tank? Why is it so terrible looking?

    This is pretty similar to what happened the day our shop 2015 EB arrived. The engine bay on both the 2.3L and 5.0L vehicles is quite nice, well organized, and clean. Unfortunately, right up front in plain sight sits quite an eyesore in the form of your coolant expansion tank. To improve aesthetics, we decided to tackle R&D to bring you guys a more appealing alternative to the stock tank.

    Stock Expansion Tank Exterior

    Before jumping into a design of our

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