{"product_id":"early-sbc-bbc-1955-1965-chrome-45-thermostat-housing-82c-high-flow-thermostat-kit","title":"Early SBC BBC 1955-1965 Chev V8 Chrome 45° Thermostat Housing \u0026 82°C Thermostat","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing and thermostat together\u003c\/strong\u003e - everything the water neck job needs in one order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits early Chevrolet V8s 1955 to 1965\u003c\/strong\u003e - small block and big block, 45 degree outlet with leak-free O-ring seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGASO 82°C high flow thermostat included\u003c\/strong\u003e - 54mm copper and brass thermostat built to open consistently at high RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 45-degree O-ring style chrome thermostat housing (water neck) is specifically designed for early Chevrolet V8 engines built between 1955 and 1965. Perfect for restorations, hot rods and performance builds, it combines classic looks with modern sealing technology. The O-ring style design ensures a leak-free seal, while the extra-thick 12mm base resists warping. The angled 45-degree outlet improves radiator hose alignment on classic Chevy applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with the GASO Peak Performance high flow thermostat (GPP-3894), a 54mm conventional flat thermostat that opens at 82°C (180°F). It is built in copper and brass and designed to resist the coolant pressure changes that can affect conventional thermostats at high RPM, so it opens consistently in street, drag racing and oval track use. It interchanges with Mr. Gasket 4364 and Aeroflow AF49-1044.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x GASO chrome 45° thermostat housing (GPP-3872), with O-ring and mounting bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x GASO Peak Performance high flow thermostat GPP-3894, 82°C (180°F), 54mm, copper and brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: 1955-1965 Chevrolet V8 (Small Block and Big Block)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt spacing: 3-1\/4\" (82.5mm) centre-to-centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutlet angle: 45°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutlet size: 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Zinc die-cast, polished and chrome plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal type: O-ring (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Thermostat housing, O-ring gasket and mounting bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermostat specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: GASO Peak Performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: GPP-3894\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: High-flow engine coolant thermostat, conventional flat design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening temperature: 82°C (180°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 54mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Copper and brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterchange: Mr. Gasket 4364, Aeroflow AF49-1044\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1955-1965 Chevrolet small block and big block V8 using the standard 54mm thermostat. Please confirm your housing outlet angle, thermostat diameter and cooling system design before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit uses a conventional 54mm thermostat with no bypass foot. It will not suit Ford Cleveland V8 engines, which need an extended-foot bypass thermostat such as the Dayco DT66A.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GASO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67838785454243,"sku":"GPP-3872--GPP-3894","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6940\/7395\/files\/GPP-3872--GPP-3894-img1.jpg?v=1793451027","url":"https:\/\/crankys.com.au\/products\/early-sbc-bbc-1955-1965-chrome-45-thermostat-housing-82c-high-flow-thermostat-kit","provider":"Cranky's Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}