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  1. 03-05-2014, 07:38 PM #1
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    Machining a '72 Filter housing for Therm

    Who's done this? What did you pay? I had a guy quote me today at $200+ to machine the oil filter housing to fit a thermostat. It seemed a bit high to bore a hole? Before I call around I'd like to get a bearing on what I should be paying for this. Thanks everyone!
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    Can you get an S housing? That should have a thermostat, no?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Flieger View Post
    Can you get an S housing? That should have a thermostat, no?
    72 only S housing? Has to be worth like what, $400,000 now? If someone offered I'd certainly consider it.
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    Is there even an undrilled boss for the thermostat on the non-S housings? if not, I would try to attach one inline as a fitting rather than drilling the housing. That way you can get more if you decide to sell your housing for some reason, as it would be original.
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    Kris,
    That does seem high. Sending you a PM.

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    I had mine machined by an old school friends father,charged me $70 Aud (mates rates). He said that it took him quite a while to set up that's where the cost is.
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    All you're doing is plunging a hole ... but it takes time to set up the machine. $200 is pricey, but what's it worth to you to have a front cooler?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr9146 View Post
    All you're doing is plunging a hole ... but it takes time to set up the machine. $200 is pricey, but what's it worth to you to have a front cooler?
    maybe 125$
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    It's a 916 part. Also, looks as though there is a little more involved in converting to S` spec. The thermostat is a precision fit...with openings inside the bore leading to the three oil lines...this is a nos piece...
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    found a guy. under 75$. thank for the help Scott and everyone who chimed in.
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