j120 heads 1988yr

93bronco

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what is the best way to remove the little cap that holds the seal in t-stat area of head. with out damaging anything. needs to come out to update thermos
 

NathanY

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Re: j120 heads 1988yr

I dont know if I understand you correctly, are you wanting to remove the thermostat, without harming the gasket? If that is the case the forget it, as soon as you take that housing apart, that paper gasket is gonna tear. I think a new gasket is about 50 cents.
 

Terry H

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Re: j120 heads 1988yr

2k...I have used a screwdriver and hammer and deform the cap enough to grab it with a pair of pliers...just a Thought
 

93bronco

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Re: j120 heads 1988yr

thanx, been away- thought of that but didnt know if i needed a special tool. its corroded in there.
 
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