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02-14-2019, 04:13 PM | #1 |
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Vintage Precision thermostat housing
I just got my thermostat housing from Casey at Vintage Precision.
I’ll take some pictures when I get it installed and give a review after running it for a few weeks.
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02-14-2019, 04:29 PM | #2 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
You will love it! I have this housing on both of my A's. Check the 2 plugs for a temperature gauge, to make sure they have thread sealant on them. Casey is the son of the designer. You'll be surprised how fast the motor comes up to temperature.
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02-14-2019, 05:19 PM | #3 |
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Oh good! I’m sure it will work great. My car does take forever, even here in Florida.
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02-14-2019, 05:20 PM | #4 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
I have the same item. Works great and I am sure you will love it! Hugh
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02-15-2019, 01:51 AM | #5 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
guys, I have been running one on all 4 of my A's for years. Quality after market unit... Henry probably would have used one had they been available..
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02-15-2019, 09:05 AM | #6 |
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02-15-2019, 12:58 PM | #7 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
I have been running one of these for quite a few years. I have a temp gauge on the small port, and use the larger one to feed my heater.
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02-15-2019, 01:32 PM | #8 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
One thing to remember when replacing the Thermostat is that V P uses the Stant manufactured "SuperStat".
The "SuperStat" is a different animal from the standard Stant Thermostat and other brands and is the reason for the way this product works in the Model A! Last edited by Benson; 02-15-2019 at 03:42 PM. Reason: corrected spelling of SuperStat all one word ... |
02-15-2019, 02:39 PM | #9 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
Sooooo, What is different about it? I have successfully used other thermostats there and have had no problems.
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I use a regular thermostat in the top hose and it works fine. Once open the temperature stays at ~165-170°F most of the time. No cycling. |
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02-15-2019, 03:18 PM | #11 |
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I will see how it runs just by it self first but I am definitely considering it.
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02-15-2019, 03:20 PM | #12 |
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Thank you for the info! I did not know that but will keep an eye on it when installed.
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02-15-2019, 03:22 PM | #13 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
I just ordered a 2 blade Aluminum fan and Super Leakless pump From Bert’s for the engine as well. I have the 4 blade aftermarket right now but you guys talked me into going back to the 2 blade instead.
I’m no Scientist but a couple of you on here said that the blades are angled just right on those and they push plenty of air as they are
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02-15-2019, 03:27 PM | #14 |
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The car will be at the Billetproof Florida show at Don Garlits shop next month and she should be happy and running just right by then!
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02-15-2019, 03:40 PM | #15 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
Here is explanation of how SuperStat is different.
http://www.stant.com/index.php/engli...at-thermostat/ |
02-15-2019, 04:08 PM | #16 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
Hello,
is this intruduced one better than a tube-thermostat? If, why?
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02-16-2019, 08:17 AM | #17 |
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Re: Vintage Precision thermostat housing
What? No broken ears to contend with?
How can one be a Model A owner and not broken his ears? Kidding of course. Ford design was a "work in progress" as evidenced by the three bolt Model B water-pump. Joe K
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Less broken = more happy driving hours! Ha ha
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02-16-2019, 08:54 AM | #19 |
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Thanks for posting this link! Very informative WERNER.
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