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08-30-2024, 09:29 PM
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Thermostat Change on 250 i6. Thread sealer on bolts?
Hi guys, I will be swapping the thermostat on the 1969 250 i6
Question: Do the two thermostat housing bolts require thread sealer? I don’t recall if water has access into those two threads. If thread sealer is needed, which loctite do you recommend? Thank you!
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08-31-2024, 03:18 AM
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Re: Thermostat Change on 250 i6. Thread sealer on bolts?
Sorry, I don't know about inline 6's, but on a small block it isn't necessary.
For thread sealer, I like to use teflone tape. Hopefully, someone more knowledgable on inline 6's will post the information you're looking for.
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08-31-2024, 04:10 PM
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Re: Thermostat Change on 250 i6. Thread sealer on bolts?
Thread Sealer isn't necessary on L6 T-Stat housings.
The Thermostat Housing is on an assembly that bolts onto the front of the block. No contact with the water jacket.
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08-31-2024, 09:27 PM
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Re: Thermostat Change on 250 i6. Thread sealer on bolts?
Thank you for the confirmation
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08-31-2024, 10:10 PM
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Re: Thermostat Change on 250 i6. Thread sealer on bolts?
Sure
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