1993 Ford Bronco Thermostat

1993 FORD BRONCO
250,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SHIMEKDA
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What happens if a thermostat is installed backwards? Will in not work at all, or will it just work, but not as well, potentially causing higher engine temps?
Apr 17, 2010 at 7:58 AM
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MERLIN2021
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On a 93 you wouldn't be able to install it backwards without crushing it some.... spring end goes towards the block. Water flow because of the 16 lbs of pressure that builds up, would probably force it to close.
Apr 17, 2010 at 8:06 AM
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