Help hold engine temperature in its normal operating range with the Motorad Thermostat 880070, a 170-degree unit that ships with its seal already installed. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, including the 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 (V10-8.0L) and 1992-2006 Dodge Viper (V10-8.0L, V10-8.3L). It also fits a long list of heavy-duty trucks, buses and motorhomes. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
An OE supplier builds this thermostat with OEM-quality materials and safety standards, and it is made to handle demanding cooling systems. Its copper case and wax compound are designed to respond quickly as coolant temperature changes. That lets the thermostat regulate coolant flow between the engine and radiator.
- Construction: High-grade stainless steel and copper, in a heavy-duty design.
- Temperature rating: 170°F, with a start-to-open temperature of 76.67°C.
- Seal and flange: One rubber O-ring seal comes pre-installed. The sealing flange measures 2.87 in (72.90 mm) outside diameter and 0.27 in (6.86 mm) thick.
- Quality: Uses an original equipment design for direct-fit replacement. Each unit is 100% tested and calibrated, and it meets or exceeds OEM standards.
Signs a thermostat may need replacing include overheating, a temperature gauge that reads low or swings, slow heater warm-up, and coolant seepage at the housing. If a stuck or failing thermostat is the cause, this unit replaces it. The listed applications use one thermostat, and no installation tool is included. Country of origin: Israel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature does the Motorad 880070 open at?
It is a 170°F thermostat, with a start-to-open temperature of 76.67°C.
Is a seal included with this engine coolant thermostat?
Yes. One rubber O-ring seal comes pre-installed on the thermostat. No separate gasket is included.
What is the thermostat made of?
It is built from stainless steel and copper. Its copper case and wax compound are designed to respond quickly to changes in coolant temperature.
Does this thermostat have a jiggle pin or weep hole?
No. The Motorad 880070 does not have a jiggle pin or weep hole.
Which vehicles does the Motorad 880070 fit?
Applications include the 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 (V10-8.0L), the 1992-2006 Dodge Viper (V10-8.0L, V10-8.3L) and many heavy-duty trucks and buses. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
