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(I'm cross posting this from the engine forum)
I have a recently purchased Euro 1300 Super with the thermostat screwed into the intake manifold. I am going through the cooling system - the radiator came out and went to be cleaned this morning, water pump squeaks, so it goes next, etc.
When I removed the upper hose I found a mess of corrosion that has frozen the screw in thermostat in place. I've tried channel lock pliers, and PB Blaster and a pipe wrench, but it ain't moving.
Does anyone have a suggestion on removing the thermostat? I'm considering a torch next, but hesitate to use one because the engine is still in the car, with the fuel lines in place.
I have a recently purchased Euro 1300 Super with the thermostat screwed into the intake manifold. I am going through the cooling system - the radiator came out and went to be cleaned this morning, water pump squeaks, so it goes next, etc.
When I removed the upper hose I found a mess of corrosion that has frozen the screw in thermostat in place. I've tried channel lock pliers, and PB Blaster and a pipe wrench, but it ain't moving.
Does anyone have a suggestion on removing the thermostat? I'm considering a torch next, but hesitate to use one because the engine is still in the car, with the fuel lines in place.