Motorad CH2048 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing for Ford V8 Cooling Systems

Motorad CH2048 is an engine coolant thermostat housing built to OE quality standards for Ford cooling system service. It is made from steel with a silver finish and includes a gasket or seal for a proper service replacement on select Ford E-Series and F-Series applications.

Fits 1980-1985 Ford E-250 Econoline, Fits 1980-1985 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, Fits 1980-1985 Ford E-350 Econoline, Fits 1980-1985 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Fits 1983-1985 Ford F-250, Fits 1983-1985 Ford F-350, Fits 1986-1987 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, Fits 1986-1987 Ford E-350 Econoline, Fits 1986-1987 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Fits 1986-1987 Ford F-250, Fits 1986-1987 Ford F-350, Fits 1988-1989 Ford E-350 Econoline.

Key Features

• Steel thermostat housing with silver finish
• Gasket or seal included
• Two mounting holes for OE-style installation
• Outlet port diameter: 1.56 in.
• Inlet port diameter: 1.58 in.
• Flange thickness: 0.51 in.
• Mounting hole diameter: 0.35 in.
• Thermal shock validated and 100% leak tested
• Built to meet or exceed OEM standards

Detailed Description

Motorad CH2048 thermostat housing is engineered for Ford cooling system repair where a worn, warped, or leaking housing needs replacement. Its steel construction helps maintain sealing integrity, while the included gasket or seal supports a direct service fit on select Ford E-250 Econoline, E-350 Econoline, E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, F-250, and F-350 models. This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 902-1048 and Four Seasons 84998 for the same application.

With a 1.56-inch outlet port, 1.58-inch inlet port, and 2.65-inch bolt hole center spacing, CH2048 is sized for the specified OE-style cooling layout. Motorad identifies this housing as thermal shock validated and leak tested, which is important in engines that see repeated heat cycling and coolant pressure changes. Searchers looking for a Ford E-350 Econoline thermostat housing, Ford F-250 coolant thermostat housing, or Motorad CH2048 replacement housing will find this part listed for the confirmed applications above.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant leaks at the thermostat housing
• Warped or corroded housing surfaces
• Poor sealing at the thermostat mounting area
• Overheating caused by housing leakage or coolant loss
• Service issues on aging Ford E-Series and F-Series cooling systems

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the housing shape, port diameters, and bolt spacing before installation.
• Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly to support a proper seal.
• Inspect the thermostat, hoses, and coolant condition during service.
• Use the included gasket or seal during installation.
• Confirm vehicle emissions configuration for 1986-1987 applications noted as without California Emissions System.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures CH2048 to OE supplier quality standards and states that the part is thermal shock validated and 100% leak tested. The housing is built to meet or exceed OEM standards for the listed Ford applications.