Motorad 784-176 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Assembly

Integrated Thermostat Housing for OE Cooling Control

Motorad 784-176 is an engine coolant thermostat housing assembly built for vehicles that need precise coolant temperature control and a direct-fit housing replacement. This integrated housing thermostat uses OEM-spec materials and a 176 Deg. F opening temperature to support stable engine operating temperature in demanding cooling systems.

Compatible with Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Canyon, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500 applications across 2016-2022 model years, Motorad 784-176 is a practical choice for service work on the cooling system.

Key Features

• Engine coolant thermostat housing assembly with integrated housing design
• 176 Deg. F start-to-open temperature for OE-specified thermal control
• Includes thermostat, housing, sensor, and seal for listed applications
• Rubber seal included; gasket or seal material is rubber
• Constructed from aluminum, stainless steel, and copper
• Two bolt holes and three outlet ports
• Black and silver finish
• Motorad Integrated Housing Thermostat line

Product Details

The Motorad Integrated Housing Thermostat line focuses on OE-style cooling system service parts that follow original specifications and manufacturing processes. Part number 784-176 uses a copper case and wax compound to respond quickly to coolant temperature changes, helping maintain consistent thermostat operation in vehicles that rely on accurate temperature regulation. This part cross-references Focus Auto Parts 86204 for the same application.

Motorad 784-176 is a direct replacement option for 2016-2020 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, plus 2017-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500. It also covers 2021-2022 Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Canyon, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500 with the integrated thermostat housing configuration.

Common Uses

• Replacing a thermostat housing with coolant leaks at the seal or housing interface
• Restoring proper engine warm-up and temperature regulation
• Addressing thermostat sticking or delayed opening at 176 Deg. F
• Repairing cooling system faults tied to the integrated housing assembly
• Servicing Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Express/Savana cooling systems

Installation Notes

Verify the 176 Deg. F temperature rating, outlet port layout, and bolt-hole count before installation. The assembly includes a seal, but no mounting hardware is included. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the coolant passages, and confirm sensor and hose connections match the original configuration on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this thermostat housing assembly with OEM-quality materials and OE-supplier production standards. The part is built to OEM specifications and processes for use in demanding automotive cooling systems.