2000 Ford Explorer different thermostat housing

[Eriks949]

Hello,

I am trying to replace my thermostat housing I. My 2000 explorer. Once I got down to it, it looks different then every other housing I can find online. Hoping someone can point me in the right direction. Below is a shot of mine, and below that is the replacment for my vehicle. They are completely different

 

[donalds]

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[974X4BLACKSPORT]

In the top picture, engine looks to be the 4.0 OHV v6 engine, therefore you just change the thermostat itself. In the lower picture in hand, that looks like the "thermostat housing" for the 4.0 SOHC v6, they are not interchangeable.

 

[Eriks949]

2000 FORD EXPLORER 4.0L V6 OHV Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet | Shop Now at RockAuto

Cooling System Parts and More for Your 2000 FORD EXPLORER at Reliably Low Prices. Fast Online Catalog. DIY-Easy. Your Choice of Quality. Full Manufacturer Warranty.

www.rockauto.com

In the top picture, engine looks to be the 4.0 OHV v6 engine, therefore you just change the thermostat itself. In the lower picture in hand, that looks like the "thermostat housing" for the 4.0 SOHC v6, they are not interchangeable.

Is it part of the intake manifold on mine? I think it might have crack because water is leaking out there. I attached a pic of where it is leaking. Or is that a blown head gasket?