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I think it would blow out the gasket sealer you put on the rear of the head (s) before the coolant tank. Your old tank likely blew from age. Apparently it's common that they crack. Given the under hood heat they endure, it's not suprising.
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I ran mine like this for a few days then switched them back to the original setup, then bleed as necessary from the radiator fill plug.
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