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DansDakAtak
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6/13/2002
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How hard is it to replace the t- stat in our Daks? i mean procedure wise where, and how tough is the task at hand? Im just looking to get a run of the mill 180 t-stat from Advance Auto. Is it a chore i can do in a half hour or what? Thanks for the quick replies.
Dan
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chad
Dodge Dakota
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6/13/2002
13:24:29
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what motor do you have..i have a 5.2 and it was easy to install.drained out some of the radator fluid and replaced it..im not sure on th 4.7.check out speedtweaks.net
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BigDs02Dak
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6/13/2002
13:53:24
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If it's the 4.7 it's not all that hard. It's just the positioning of it sucks. The housing is located at the bottom left of the engine (if your looking head on) you have to remove the plastic shield on the bottom and then go from there.
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Mikey
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6/13/2002
14:26:15
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Where do you drain the radiator fluid? is there a plug somewhere?
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R/Truck
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6/13/2002
14:30:53
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My plug is on the bottom right hand side.
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Mikey
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6/13/2002
17:23:54
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bottom right hand of where? sorry I am new to this.
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kevster
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6/13/2002
21:46:52
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Ok Pal. if you have the 4.7 motor in a 2wd just remove the housing on the lwr hose which connects to the block with (2) 8 mm bolts. dont worry about draining the coolant first, it is a waste of time, this is for the 4,7 mind ya, remove the two bolts kinda tight area to work,from under the hood, Ouch i scraped my arm, Damn..are the bolts out,? good, but use a 1/4 drive ratchet,socket, and a 6 inch extension or a 3 incher,pull off housing. Out comes coolant,not all..just a little. Then carefully twist housing up and over so you can remove T stat. Look carefully at the seal or gasket it is reusable it has a notch on it that fits into the housing also. REMEMBER THIS! install new T stat in seal and install back into housing line up notches ( install the thick portion of seal into housing,most important.., thats why i said look carefully at everything slowly when removing) and make sure you put the copper pellet & spring end into block..install bolts snug em not to tight now, refill radiator with coolant if you tried to save some, i just add from a fresh bottle.when itis topped off,start engine, let her run and top off again.. then install radiator cap, check for leaks, drive some, let motor cool off remove cap, top off if needed,reinstall cap, temp guage should be lower now.. I hope this helps..? I have this down to a science, I can do this in 20 minutes on a 4.7..
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DansDakAtak
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6/14/2002
00:20:32
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I appreciate all the help guys, but my engine is a 3.9. Will this change much of what kevster posted? Thanks.
Dan
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kevster
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6/14/2002
08:29:53
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3.9 the T stat is on the upper hose housing..similare in what i said, easy. Go for it.
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Clevite 77
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6/14/2002
08:50:13
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hehe thanks kevster, your post didn't go to waste lol, I plan on doing mine soon. I'd also like to remove the clutch fan. is the 4wd any different (t-stat)?
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forum fan
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6/14/2002
13:02:32
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Clevite 77,
what is that screen name anyway?
On the 4x4 T-stat, just make sure you put it in 4wd before installing the new T-stat!
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TEAMFAST
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6/14/2002
21:47:34
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canadian tire didnt have the 180s , do dealers
have em?
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DansDakAtak
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6/14/2002
23:42:05
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I saw where the housing is for the thermostat and it looks like a pain to get to. I have to take the Dak in sometime next week after she gets her make-over to get the serpentine belt changed anyways, so i think ill just have the dealer install the t-stat while they're under the hood. Also picked up 6 Autolite 3923's and a PCV filter thing today. Im sure the PCV filter doesnt do too much of anything, but it matches the open element filter i have, so i guess it looks good. Didnt have the time to install the plugs today because of work, so it looks like i wont get to those until the end of next week. Hoping that wont be too difficult of a chore.
Dan
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Al
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6/15/2002
00:20:39
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I got a generic 160 stat for about $3 at Autozone and popped it in my 4.7 with no problems. And yes, it made a difference! Here's a trick: drill a few small (about 1/8 inch) holes through the thermostat before putting it in. The temp won't fluctuate as much; instead of being completely on or off there will always be some flow and the thermostat will be more responsive.
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Dr0p0ff
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6/15/2002
01:52:36
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hrm... al.. i wanna try that... i really do.. but i just can't stand the thought of having to buy another $10 piece. lol good call man. i'm gonna give that a shot. where'd u learn that lil trick from anyways?
Keep On Truckin!
Sgt G
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kevster
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6/15/2002
09:00:26
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Drilling the small 1/8" hole lets out the air after install and also helps regulate the water flow better. Al is correct on this one. Locate the hole in same place as the stock T sta has the check ball, at least they do on the 4.7 195 degree.
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Knobbyman
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7/22/2002
18:01:05
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Anyone know the model number of the 180 T-Stat for the 4.7?
'01 Graphite QC 4x4
4.7 3.55 LSD
4.5" Customized Suspension Lift
305x70x16 GoodYear MT/R's
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