95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

[redriversolar]

1995 Volvo Penta Model: 5.0FL PHUE

So I want to replace the thermostat on our motor and I am curious if others have replaced this one as it looks like it may be a mess to get it out (see attached photos). I am wondering if I need to buy this whole new housing as well.




Thanks for your feedback.

- Dale

 

[Don S]

Re: 95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

It doesn't look too bad, remove the oring, remove the stat, clean the gasket surface install new stat and oring and put it back together. Should be fine.

 

[redriversolar]

Re: 95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

Thanks Don. I was hoping you would reply. I will give it a go.

 

[redriversolar]

Re: 95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

I forgot to ask, is the thermostat a Volvo specific part I need to replace or is this a Ford thermostat that goes with the 302 ford? I have discovered finding parts not always that easy for my specific model and year of motor.

 

[redriversolar]

Re: 95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

Old thermostat removed and, it was much easier to remove than I thought it would be. Thanks again Don, your quick reply gave me the confidence I needed to just get in there.

 

[rjr131]

Re: 95 Volvo 5.0FL - Thermostat Replacement

Old thermostat removed and, it was much easier to remove than I thought it would be. Thanks again Don, your quick reply gave me the confidence I needed to just get in there.

Im trying to do the exact same thing. Is there any tricks to removing the old stat? Mine seems to be stuck. I also have a 95 volvo 5.0. Thanks, Rob.