Four Seasons 84868 Engine Coolant Water Outlet

Engine Coolant Water Outlet Overview

Four Seasons 84868 is an engine coolant water outlet for select Ford and Mercury applications. This Water Outlet line component is built with aluminum and cast iron construction, includes a gasket or seal, and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Engine coolant water outlet, style without thermostat
• Aluminum and cast iron construction for cooling system service
• Gasket or seal included for installation support
• Inlet diameter: 1.220 in.
• Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 2.656 in.
• Maximum height: 3.760 in.
• Mount flange width: 0.690 in.
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Product Details

The Four Seasons Water Outlet line focuses on engine coolant components that restore proper coolant routing at the thermostat housing area. Part number 84868 is a thermostat-less outlet designed for vehicles that use a separate thermostat arrangement, and it is built to match the listed dimensions for fit and sealing. This part cross-references Motorad CH2052 for the same application. It is listed for 1973-1978 Ford LTD, 1975-1976 Ford E-250 Econoline, 1975-1976 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, 1975-1976 Ford E-350 Econoline, 1975-1976 Ford F-150, 1975-1976 Ford F-250, 1975-1976 Ford F-350, and 1973-1976 Mercury Cougar, Mercury Marquis, Mercury Montego, and Mercury Colony Park applications. Four Seasons 84868 is also referenced for Mercury Marquis and Ford LTD cooling system service.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at the water outlet or housing interface
• Cracked or corroded outlet surfaces
• Improper sealing around the coolant passage
• Replacement needs on Ford and Mercury cooling systems
• Thermostat housing service where the thermostat is not part of the outlet

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inlet diameter, bolt spacing, and mounting flange width against the original part before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the gasket surface for pitting or corrosion, and transfer any required thermostat components separately since this outlet is supplied without a thermostat. Confirm the vehicle’s emissions configuration and engine application for the listed Ford and Mercury fitments before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 84868 is specified as an OEM-level replacement that meets or exceeds original equipment requirements. The Water Outlet line is built for direct-fit cooling system service on the listed Ford and Mercury vehicles.