Thanks! Performed a super flush using CLR Pro Radiator Flush. Afterwards I was able to get the thermostat housing removed after an hour of WD-40ing the area, tapping it with a rubber mallet, and a lot of TLC (Tender Love and Cursing). The build up had created an almost cement-like barrier. Just have to install the new water pump and thermo housing, then fill it with 50/50 mix of coolant. And it's good to go. Cheers to you and enjoy your adult beverages! 🍺😁👍
Thanks for this excellent video, straight to the point with no filler. I've got my 2013 3.7 v6 sitting in my garage at the moment. I have everything removed down to the thermostat housing, including the bolts. Problem is the housing won't budge. I've tried tapping on it using a wooden block and hammer to no avail. Do you have any suggestions on how to remove it? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
the thermostat housing should come off pretty easily, id double check that all bolts have been removed. i think 2 bolts under the thermostat where kind of hiding.
@@13sGARAGE Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Double checked and yes I've removed all four bolts, as shown in the repair manual, and still no movement. Is it possible that the part became frozen on the pipe extension because of scaling from the old coolant? If so I'm probably going to need to close it back and do a super flush.
i double checked the video and after removing those bolts you should be able to wiggle the thermostat house off, without being able to put hand on it I don't think ill be able to help you out here.
@@13sGARAGE That's alright, I do appreciate you getting back to me and taking the time to try and help me out with my problem. After removing the hose at the end of thermostat housing that goes to the radiator, I see there's calcium and lime built up on the connection. Because of that, it's most likely a build up of that stuff that's keeping it from moving. I'm going to put it back together and do a super flush. Hopefully that will help. Again thanks for your input and the great content. Take care. P.S. Payday's coming up Friday, gonna by you a beer or two then.
Nice video. But I have a couple of questions. The brake fluid cleaner won't that contaminate the antifreeze? Also will it be caustic to aluminum? Did you check the bolts with a racket by hand as well? Great video
Hey thanks for the reply. I knew it evaporates fast, but never thought about using it for anything other than brakes. I hate those stupid hose clamps as well. I usually change them out. I'm looking at getting a mustang, but looking at the reviews this is a real problem. I can't believe there's not a recall on it. I do appreciate your reply and great video.
The water pump comes with a new gasket, using gasket seal or rtv along with it could cause it to not seal properly and you can end up with RTV in your coolant system.
Thank you for the video. Very detailed. My son 's V6 mustang just started leaking water from the front of the engine.
Thanks! Performed a super flush using CLR Pro Radiator Flush. Afterwards I was able to get the thermostat housing removed after an hour of WD-40ing the area, tapping it with a rubber mallet, and a lot of TLC (Tender Love and Cursing). The build up had created an almost cement-like barrier. Just have to install the new water pump and thermo housing, then fill it with 50/50 mix of coolant. And it's good to go.
Cheers to you and enjoy your adult beverages!
🍺😁👍
🤣 my first ever super thanks. You didn't have to do that boss but I do appreciate it. Glad to hear you finally got it to work out for you.
@@13sGARAGE You deserve it brother. Enjoy those drinks and have a great weekend!
Thanks for this excellent video, straight to the point with no filler. I've got my 2013 3.7 v6 sitting in my garage at the moment. I have everything removed down to the thermostat housing, including the bolts. Problem is the housing won't budge. I've tried tapping on it using a wooden block and hammer to no avail. Do you have any suggestions on how to remove it? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
the thermostat housing should come off pretty easily, id double check that all bolts have been removed. i think 2 bolts under the thermostat where kind of hiding.
@@13sGARAGE Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Double checked and yes I've removed all four bolts, as shown in the repair manual, and still no movement. Is it possible that the part became frozen on the pipe extension because of scaling from the old coolant? If so I'm probably going to need to close it back and do a super flush.
i double checked the video and after removing those bolts you should be able to wiggle the thermostat house off, without being able to put hand on it I don't think ill be able to help you out here.
@@13sGARAGE That's alright, I do appreciate you getting back to me and taking the time to try and help me out with my problem. After removing the hose at the end of thermostat housing that goes to the radiator, I see there's calcium and lime built up on the connection. Because of that, it's most likely a build up of that stuff that's keeping it from moving. I'm going to put it back together and do a super flush. Hopefully that will help. Again thanks for your input and the great content. Take care.
P.S. Payday's coming up Friday, gonna by you a beer or two then.
@stephenpaul6118 🤣 I'll toast to you then buddy
What exact water pump did you use? I’m trying to replace mine but I gotta get the right water pump. Same model vehicle as well.
Nice video. But I have a couple of questions. The brake fluid cleaner won't that contaminate the antifreeze? Also will it be caustic to aluminum? Did you check the bolts with a racket by hand as well? Great video
@@Moses1973 the brake cleaner evaporates almost immediately, so contamination if any would be so low it would be unmeasurable.
Hey thanks for the reply. I knew it evaporates fast, but never thought about using it for anything other than brakes. I hate those stupid hose clamps as well. I usually change them out. I'm looking at getting a mustang, but looking at the reviews this is a real problem. I can't believe there's not a recall on it. I do appreciate your reply and great video.
@@Moses1973 no problem, personally I'd just get the 5.0 or the turbo 2.3 over the v6.
Why didn't you use gasket seal?
The water pump comes with a new gasket, using gasket seal or rtv along with it could cause it to not seal properly and you can end up with RTV in your coolant system.