I got a new 160 thermostat today and was going to install it but i cant figure out how to drain the radiator. i found the plug on the bottom passenger side of the radiator but dont have enough room to loosen it. just wondering if any one had any tips tricks or hints that might help me or does it even have to be drained completely. thanks in advance for any help

 

i just put mine in...didnt drain the radiator.....just put a large bucket under the radiator hose/thmostat housing and pull the hose off. fluid will come out but as long as you catch it in the bucket you can just poor it back in....was easy as pie.
steve

 

ok, thats what i figured. Did you have any problems with it over heating afterwards.

 

nope my temps stay right in between the 160 and 210 marks....about 185 consistantly....truck seems to run a little more efficient.

 

you have a scan tool? the factory gauge is a peice..
i just put a BB in mine along with drilling out the check ball in the housing..

 

OK thanks for your help

 

just installed the thermostat, works great. thanks