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Old 08-14-2013, 07:43 AM   #1
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Default Thermostats

There has been a very long discussion on thermostats & I have read most of the threads & I am still confused (which is normal for me) I have a 21 stud 1934 with water pumps in the head (Skip's) I don't think that Henry put thermostats in that engine (correct me if I'm wrong) The only place that I can see to put the thermostats is in the hose's. Please advise me as where to install them (Close to radiator or close to heads) & which thermostat to use & how to install them. Any & all help will be appreciated.
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Old 08-14-2013, 08:45 AM   #2
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Thermostats for 32-36 are Ford Part Number 40-8575-A 140-145°. The thermostat goes in the hose.



Here's one for sale on ebay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/1932-1933-19...030adb&vxp=mtr





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Gary-

I have them on my '35 and '36. As mentioned, they go in the upper radiator hoses and are kept in place with a radiator hose clamp. Picture enclosed is of my '35. The extra hose below the clamp is for my heater.

Hope this helps.

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Old 08-14-2013, 09:17 AM   #4
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Tom, Where did you get your thermostats? I'm not finding them at the usual sources.
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Check your PM.

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Those look like they would be a major flow restriction.
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Henry-

Check your PM.

Tom
Same request (source for "butterfly" or replacement stats for 21-stud blocks).

My vehicle currently has no thermostats in it. OK for now, still cleaning the block and radiator out.
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Those look like they would be a major flow restriction.
The originals are a butterfly type stat. When they open up there is little restriction.

Newer styles are more restrictive and some guys drill relief holes around the edges.
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Maybe so, but look at the size of that spring. Looks like a pretty large restriction to me.
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