Rena
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| posted on 15/2/16 at 08:40 AM |
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Zetec thermostat housing - dimensions?
Hi,
I will change from Raceline water rail to original thermostat housing, but I donīt know if there are room for it.
Have gooogled to get the dimensions of the original housing, but canīt find it. Can anyone help me with the dimensions?
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loggyboy
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| posted on 15/2/16 at 09:51 AM |
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Cant offer dims, but can offer this picture which might give a half decent idea of scale.
[Edited on 15-2-16 by loggyboy]
Mistral Motorsport
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GRBBONGO
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| posted on 15/2/16 at 10:41 PM |
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Hi
I've just posted a reply on the other raceline water rail thread. Take a look at the pics I put on another thread recently which shows the
correct way to plumb it in. I also went to use the standard housing but for what ever reason was too tight against the bulkhead so bought a raceline
water rail from someone off here I think.
It works a treat and have had no problems at all.
Good luck sorting it either way but don't lose faith in the water rail because of people having a few issues with it.
I must admit I was also in two minds whether to go for one or not but found this really good article by someone who had explained why people had been
having problems and just followed his instructions to the letter and the rest is history. 700 miles so far, temp comes up fairly quick from cold and
sits around 90 degrees while fan cuts in and out. Well happy with it and looks sexy too. Take a look at the pics!
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 06:54 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by GRBBONGO
Hi
I've just posted a reply on the other raceline water rail thread. Take a look at the pics I put on another thread recently which shows the
correct way to plumb it in. I also went to use the standard housing but for what ever reason was too tight against the bulkhead so bought a raceline
water rail from someone off here I think.
It works a treat and have had no problems at all.
Good luck sorting it either way but don't lose faith in the water rail because of people having a few issues with it.
I must admit I was also in two minds whether to go for one or not but found this really good article by someone who had explained why people had been
having problems and just followed his instructions to the letter and the rest is history. 700 miles so far, temp comes up fairly quick from cold and
sits around 90 degrees while fan cuts in and out. Well happy with it and looks sexy too. Take a look at the pics!
Thansk for your support! I measured my chassis yesterday and found out there are no space for the original housing. So, I have to give the Raceline
rail a try otherwise I will buy the retro ford one. It should work better than raceline I hope.
Just a couple of questions. Which thermostat are you using? With or without the bypass-valve? Drilled holes in the rim? Which diameter?
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Snuggs
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 08:12 AM |
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I fitted one of these.
Water rail linky
Very well made and keeps the thermostat where it should be.
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GRBBONGO
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 09:28 AM |
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I think my thermostat is rated at 92 and does have a small 2mm hole on the outer edge. I don't think I have a bypass valve fitted?
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GRBBONGO
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 09:32 AM |
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Hi Snuggs, nice looking bit of kit. Which I could of found that one when looking for one. How much do they cost do you know?
Guess I should look at the link before asking this doh!
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 09:52 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by GRBBONGO
I think my thermostat is rated at 92 and does have a small 2mm hole on the outer edge. I don't think I have a bypass valve fitted?
Ok - thanks!
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 09:53 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Snuggs
I fitted one of these.
Water rail linky
Very well made and keeps the thermostat where it should be.
Nice piece, but I would like to have the rail on the other side because I will use a Polo radiator with inlet and outlet on the same side.
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Paul Turner
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 10:32 AM |
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These are what you need if there is insufficient room for a standard housing.
http://www.retro-ford.co.uk/shop/content/zetec-water-manifold-z008
It places the stat in the correct place and the hose runs down the exhaust side. Not sure if it has the correct bypass though.
I think the one below does have a bypass and is no more expensive. It also puts the stat in the correct place and is probably better quality.
http://www.dunnellengines.com/zetec_components.php?partno=RMP2052
I have used neither, a good old Orion alloy one works for me. No space issues.
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 10:36 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul Turner
These are what you need if there is insufficient room for a standard housing.
http://www.retro-ford.co.uk/shop/content/zetec-water-manifold-z008
It places the stat in the correct place and the hose runs down the exhaust side. Not sure if it has the correct bypass though.
I think the one below does have a bypass and is no more expensive. It also puts the stat in the correct place and is probably better quality.
http://www.dunnellengines.com/zetec_components.php?partno=RMP2052
I have used neither, a good old Orion alloy one works for me. No space issues.
Yes, the retro ford looks nice and from what I have heard, works well.
The Dunnell one, costs incl install kit Ģ250 + VAT.
I will give my raceline rail one more try, I think.....
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 10:39 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul Turner
These are what you need if there is insufficient room for a standard housing.
http://www.retro-ford.co.uk/shop/content/zetec-water-manifold-z008
It places the stat in the correct place and the hose runs down the exhaust side. Not sure if it has the correct bypass though.
I think the one below does have a bypass and is no more expensive. It also puts the stat in the correct place and is probably better quality.
http://www.dunnellengines.com/zetec_components.php?partno=RMP2052
I have used neither, a good old Orion alloy one works for me. No space issues.
I have found out itīs difficult to find a Orion alloy one, but could you maybe give me the dimensions?
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HowardB
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 10:44 AM |
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I can vouch for the Dunnell one,. it's a great bit of kit 
Howard
Fisher Fury was 2000 Zetec - now a 1600 (it Lives again and goes zoom)
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Paul Turner
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 11:07 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Rena
I have found out itīs difficult to find a Orion alloy one, but could you maybe give me the dimensions?
Car buried at the moment but here is a photo that should give you a bit of a clue regarding size.
Its the alloy one.
 
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 11:34 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul Turner
quote:
Originally posted by Rena
I have found out itīs difficult to find a Orion alloy one, but could you maybe give me the dimensions?
Car buried at the moment but here is a photo that should give you a bit of a clue regarding size.
Its the alloy one.
Thanks! Looks a bit smaller than the plastic one!
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Paul Turner
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 11:35 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by RenaThanks! Looks a bit smaller than the plastic one!
Its exactly the same dimensions but made of alloy.
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Rena
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 11:36 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul Turner
quote:
Originally posted by RenaThanks! Looks a bit smaller than the plastic one!
Its exactly the same dimensions but made of alloy.
OK!
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Snuggs
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| posted on 16/2/16 at 04:29 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by GRBBONGO
Hi Snuggs, nice looking bit of kit. Which I could of found that one when looking for one. How much do they cost do you know?
Guess I should look at the link before asking this doh!
I think it was Ģ140 + delivery
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I doubt therefore I may be.
Luposlipophobia : Fear of being chased by wolves around a freshly waxed kitchen floor, while wearing only socks on your feet.
My mind not only wanders, sometimes it leaves completely!
http://www.venganza.org
http://www.jesusandmo.net/
http://www.snuggs.co.uk
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