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Do I need to replace this housing? I attached pictures, there is very little corrosion but I just want to make sure.

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Its looks ok ...remember you have a double acting thermostat. The one part closes the water around the head and then let all the water go via radiator ...corrosion looks ok but get Michaels opinion on it
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Looks ok to me, dont think it needs changing :thumbup:
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Thank you Michael & Tinus
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That looks good inside there. Just remember to use the correct antifreeze/coolant ratio to ensure it stays that way. Don't use cheap stuff, the possible higher Hydrochloric acid in some of the cheaper products loves eating metal.
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I bought 20 liter Jack Frost concentrate from Fuchs. Will dilute it 60 coolant to 40 water
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Cool.... yeah dilute exactly as per recommendations.... adding more coolant than water won't make the motor run cooler, just eat it away quicker... :thumbup:
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