What do i do now! i noticed a slight leak at the bottom of the housing, so i went to tighten down and it cracked. I am going camping this weekend and i need my jeep. did i brake it by tightening it or do you think it was warped? Also if you know where i can find another one i would be grateful....Thanks

 

You can replace the t-stat housing if you mean the piece that the heater hose and upper hose connects to and covers the t-stat itself..

 

All auto part stores will have a replacement t-stat housing for ya. Call around.

 

I am talking about the water outlet housing! I couldn't believe my eyes when it cracked just never thought that could happen.

 

Should be able to buy a new one at the store for a few bux.

 

They're cheap. Mine did the same thing. For whatever reason they are made out of lightweight crap and get brittle over time from the heat.

 

Yep cheap an easy to do just make sure you also get a new gasket.

 

Look around, I had the same problem with mine due to improper t-stat placement...DOH!! Some auto parts store sell cast iron ones, and they are alot stronger. I got one from Auto Zone, and it is WAY beefier than the OEM part that was on my rig!! HTH!!

 

Make sure the t-stat is seated in the groove so it doesn't happen again.

 

Autozone has them. I upgraded mine to have a Temperature sensor as well. It came with the gasket too. $13.