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Secondary Block Theromostats: 1963 Lincoln 430

August 29 2004 at 9:45 AM
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The 430 in my '63 Lincoln had a 3 level thermostat system which included a small thermostat in each cylinder bank which opened only after the engine was partially warmed.
When I rebuilt the engine I left these out as I was unaware of any replacement source and didn't want to take a chance on overheating.
Is there a source for these and has anyone encountered a similar situation?
Thanks

 
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MEL Lower Block Thermostats

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August 29 2004, 3:33 PM 



In-Block Combustion Chamber uses aluminized oversize valves with zero- lash hydraulic lifters; gives longer valve life, better intake and exhaust action, and smooth even combustion.

3-Stage Cooling circulates coolant in three stages: (1) to intake manifold and cylinder heads; (2) to block; and (3) to radiator. Provides fast starting warm-up and progressive temperature control utilizing three thermostats.

Fuel System Advances feature exclusive preheated carburetor air system and water-jacketed intake manifold to keep the fuel-air mixture at proper temperature for maximum combustion efficiency.





This is a set that I found on e-bay a while back. I have not come across a vendor that services them. The members at the LCOC Board leave them out regularly and I have heard no adverse comments. The diverter(s) is more important as it directs coolant to the heads and intake and that coolant heat is needed for the carb pad warm up as there is no heat riser provision engineered into the MEL engine.

 
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Block Thermostats Update

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November 9 2004, 10:59 PM 

65/72 LINC-MERC MPC

The use of the block thermostats was discontinued in the 1963 model year. The notation is under PN C3VY 6009-B (cylinder assembly).

They are no longer available for service and the particpants at the LCOC Board have not noticed any changes in performance or operation without them. The diverters are still necessary though.



The block thermostat is assembled in reverse from a normal thermostat in that the temp sensing bulb is on the opposite side of the opening/closing spring.


 
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