I have a 2001 explorer, and I hope the thermostat last much longer,.
but, it should be easy to do job, as I have replced many on my older cars.
remove thermostat housing and clean off old gasket material,it cant get
much easier than this,
but, I have not really had a close look at the 4.0 engine layout. maybe
there are a series of things to remove to get to the housing?
"tfandango" > wrote in message
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> Hi-
>
> I drive a 2000 XLT with a bad Thermostat... sucessfully diagnosed doe
> to posts in this newsgroup... Thanks!
>
> I want to buy a new one and learn how to install it myself, since the
> dealer wants 30 bucks for a Ford part and 114 bucks to install it. I
> figure I'll flush the coolent, replace the belt, and take out the
> thermostat all at once.
>
> I've heard here that Stant Thermostats are the best. Where can I buy
> one online and what part number should I be looking for? Also, I see
> Oreilly Autoparts has one in stock nearby, but it's an Oreilly brand.
> Which way should I go?
>
> Thanks,
> TRoy
>