Dorman 902-1030 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford Trucks

Dorman 902-1030 is a replacement engine coolant thermostat housing built for specified Ford applications. It matches the stock housing’s fit and durability requirements, with a metal construction and a 45-degree housing neck angle for cooling system service on Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, F-150, F-250, and F-350 models.

Compatible With 1978-1979 Ford F-150 and 1978-1979 Ford F-250 cooling system repairs, this thermostat housing includes a gasket and an air vent (bleeder valve) to support proper coolant service. Dorman 902-1030 is also listed for 1986-1987 California emissions applications and later 1988-1994 Ford E-Series and F-Series coverage.

Key Features

• Metal thermostat housing with natural finish
• Outlet port diameter: 1.5 in.
• Gasket included; thermostat not included
• Air vent (bleeder valve) included for coolant bleeding
• Two mounting holes with 0.313 in. diameter
• 45-degree housing neck angle
• O-rings not required

Detailed Description

This engine coolant thermostat housing is engineered as a direct replacement for the original housing used on select Ford vans and trucks. The metal body is designed to handle repeated temperature swings in the cooling system, helping maintain a secure seal at the thermostat location. The included gasket supports a proper installation on the specified Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, E-350 Econoline, F-250, and F-350 applications, along with other listed E-Series and F-Series models.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 8592 and Carlson 7136 for the same application. Part number 902-1030 is also referenced by Dorman - Conduct-Tite 84860 and other listed interchange numbers.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing
• Cracked or warped original housing
• Improper thermostat sealing at the engine coolant outlet
• Bleeding issues during cooling system service
• Fitment problems caused by worn factory housing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine and emissions configuration before installation, especially on 1986-1987 Ford applications with California emissions coverage. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installing the included gasket, and confirm the 1.5 in. outlet port and 45-degree neck orientation match the original part. The thermostat is not included, so reuse or replace it separately as needed.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement thermostat housing to match the fit and durability of the stock housing on specified vehicles and to withstand extreme temperature changes for extended service life. For buyers searching for a Ford thermostat housing replacement, Dorman 902-1030 provides a direct-fit cooling system service part for the listed Ford E-350 Econoline, F-250, and related applications.