[Tigers] Chrome Thermostat Housings

Tigerman Tigerman67 at hotmail.com
Mon Jul 30 13:48:47 MDT 2007


Any truth to the rumor that I heard that these cheap chrome necks actually 
act (unintentionally?) as a sacrificial anode?

If it is true then having a replacement schedule every few years actually 
seems beneficial.

Steve



> These are a very nice appearance piece and generally seal quite well
> with the double cast O-ring seal if your intake has not corroded
> excessively in this area.  They are made from a diecast material that
> has a limited service life expectancy.  I'd advise you to carry one
> as a spare or change it every three years or so.  The normal failure
> is corrosion through the outside wall with no warning.
>
> Tom Hall
> ModTiger Engineering LLC
> www.tigerengineering.net


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