T-stat install

[Mitch//pa]

i just put a t stat in and held it in place with an old lower hose. it fit inside the upper hose perfectly and used about half the lenght of the original one.

[TinCup]

Originally Posted by Mitch//pa

i just put a t stat in and held it in place with an old lower hose. it fit inside the upper hose perfectly and used about half the lenght of the original one.

Exactly what I did for my buddy.

[AKsportcoupe]

Snyders has thermostats. they are welded to a short piece of stainless pipe and fit perfectly within the upper hose. It is supposed to fit up against the upper end of the hose next to the radiator pipe. No need for any extra clamp.

I installed one a couple of weeks ago... I should have done it years ago. Quick warmup, steady temp at 160. Really nice.

Tom

[CarlG]

Originally Posted by Jim Parker Toronto

I just bought and installed a thermostat housing from Vintage. It takes a regular thermostat (Chevy, I think). It also has provisions for a guage coupling and a larger port to put in a heater inside the car. Very satisfied......

I am putting mine in this morning.

[925DiabloA]

Originally Posted by Jim Parker Toronto

I just bought and installed a thermostat housing from Vintage. It takes a regular thermostat (Chevy, I think). It also has provisions for a guage coupling and a larger port to put in a heater inside the car. Very satisfied......

Here is some more info on the Vintage Precision thermostat housing. The kit includes a 160 degree thermostat, the base with ports (1/2" NPT, 1/4" NPT) and plugs for temp gauge senders / heater option, 45 bent neck for standard 2" hose, O-ring and bolts, instructions, painted ready to install. - $92.50 ea. - In Stock

www.VintagePrecision.com

[Jim Parker Toronto]

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925DiabloA, thats twice now you have used me for advertising, your product is great and looks really good! Well made and machined and buying was easy. Delievery was great, only 4 days from your place to mine in Toronto. (You have my address to send my commissions!) (haha) Jim

[steve s]

The Vintage Precision product is indeed slick and well made, but it does look a bit goofy, for the info of those who still cling to an illusion of authenticity, which clearly the owner of this car has let go.

Steve

[CarlG]

Looks great, along with the alternator, plug wires, and down draft carb.