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Hi all,

I was cleaning some engine tin today when I noticed that this piece of "sled tin" has a hole in it. See:

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The hole is located under the thermostat and looks to be factory made, but I don't understand its purpose? The engine it was on was an 1200cc from about 1965 btw.

Anyone knows what its for?

Greetings,

Bas

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Bas
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Probably so the owner could easily replace or remove his thermostat. It does not look that "factory" to me, but then maybe it is. ;-)

JMHO One out of many daves

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dave AKA vwdoc1

Hole does look a little irregular for a factory job, were early thermostats adjustable and hole was for easier access?. Oz John (one of many John,s)!!!

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John

Thermostat adjustments make sence, but I just know that my hack would be much uglier, so I assumed it was factory(ish) ;-)

Anyway, thanks for the suggestions guys!

Bas

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Bas

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