{"product_id":"160-degree-thermostat-ls-housing","title":"160° LS Engine Thermostat with Seal","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaintain optimal engine performance with this 160 Degree Engine Coolant Thermostat, engineered for precise temperature control and long term durability. Built with high-grade dual bridge stainless steel construction, a copper casing, and a premium wax compound actuator, this thermostat delivers fast response times and reliable operation in demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA channel constructed stainless steel spring frame ensures consistent compression and operating accuracy, while integrated bleed notches and jiggle pin weep hole assist with air evacuation during cooling system fill and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the perfect match for our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/16-ls-thermostat-housing\" title=\"LS Thermostat Housing\"\u003eWA01000LS\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/16-lt-thermostat\" title=\"LT Thermostat Housing\"\u003eWA01000LT\u003c\/a\u003e -16 LS Thermostat Housing and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20-ls-thermostat-housing\" title=\"-20 LS Thermostat Housing\"\u003eWA01001LS\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20-lt-thermostat-housing\" title=\"-20 LT Thermostat Housing\"\u003eWA01001LT\u003c\/a\u003e -20 LS Thermostat Housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 160° Thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Rubber Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Rating: 160° F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBypass Diameter: 1.46 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBypass Length: 1.84 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlange Thickness: 0.05 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealing Flange Outside Diameter: 2.13 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal Material: Rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Seals: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJiggle Pin \/ Weep Hole: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation Tool Included: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Stainless Steel \u0026amp; Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting: 100% Tested \u0026amp; Calibrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect replacement for applications requiring a 160° thermostat matching the above dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: Always verify bypass diameter, flange OD, and overall fitment before installation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"details__header\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 160° thermostat is commonly used in performance and off-road builds where lower operating temperatures are preferred, especially in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh compression engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForced induction setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow speed rock crawling applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy load towing or trail rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper thermostat selection helps maintain stable engine temps, especially in builds where airflow is limited or under heavy load conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Wide Open Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56217077612710,"sku":"45660","price":22.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8394\/6406\/files\/45660-160-Degree-Thermostat-LS-Housing-1.jpg?v=1776916620","url":"https:\/\/wideopendesign.com\/products\/160-degree-thermostat-ls-housing","provider":"Wide Open Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}