Hudson thermostat question...

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edited November -1 in HUDSON
Okay, I was thinking of pulling my thermostat and putting another one in, to solve an issue where my hudson seems to run a tad bit hot.



I got a 170 for a 47 and earlier, which physically looks the same as the 51-54 (or thereabouts, except 55-56)



Are they interchangeable?



Will a 47 and earlier work in a 50 commodore 6 (original 262) ?



Also, is there any cross reference for a modern thermostat that anyone is using?

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  • hudsonguy
    hudsonguy Senior Contributor
    H Kid,



    Walt Mordenti has figured out how to use a modern thermostat, but it requires a slight modification of the thermostat housing. It will take a Stant #13476, which is a 160 degree unit. Basically, you need to block off the round passage (with a .060 vent hole in the middle). I know he still has several of these housings that he's selling very reasonably. I just bought one from him, in preparation for the drive to Reno this month. I installed it and lowered my temp around 8-10 degrees, as far as I can tell.



    I also double and triple checked my ignition timing with the vacuum advance disconnected, and sure enough I was off by a couple of degrees, even though I'd set it recently. This also lowered my engine temp. slightly.



    You can contact Walt at 'HETmmordenti@aol.com' (remove the HET)



    Good luck,

    Doug
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