Let's talk Thermostats!

Jay850t5 · Nov 29th, 2016, 17:20

Does anyone know..

I have a 2006 V70 T5. I need to replace my thermostat.

I had it off yesterday when doing the PCV. I have gone to purchase one online only to see that they come complete with the housing (no idea why I don't need the housing!)

This obviously is a tidy sum. £$£$£$£$£.

Does anyone know if the D5 thermostat will fit my T5 because for what ever reason unknown to mankind you can buy the thermostat on a D5 separate to the housing much cheaper and from.looking at photos of the stats online. It's looks like the same bloody thermostat!

Can anyone clarify any of this? Help is massively appreciated.

Keep volvoin'!

Peace.

oragex · Nov 29th, 2016, 17:48

On a russian forum, some guy did indeed place a d5 thermostat into a petrol engine. He said it was working well, however he didn't mention his petrol engine - turbo or not. Turbo ones have cooler thermostats. I'd just make sure the two opening temperatures match.

And you are correct, splitting the housing allows to replace only the thermostat part easily. I have not idea why the market - Bmw did the same - went into this direction of selling only the whole assembly - there is absolutely no one, not even the aftermarket parts makers that offer the thermostat alone.
Mystery.

DSB Cheshire · Nov 29th, 2016, 18:58

Jut changed mine on 2006 V70 D5, big improvement, engine up to operating temp 50% quicker....got the assembly from Volvo complete with housing as Volvo do not supply thermostat only on D5, not sure were you got this info? i assume your talking about aftermarket...

I know some members have bought Gates thermos and fitted...

This should fit your T5.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thermostat...kAAOSw-YVXmaC~

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay850t5

Does anyone know..

I have a 2006 V70 T5. I need to replace my thermostat.

I had it off yesterday when doing the PCV. I have gone to purchase one online only to see that they come complete with the housing (no idea why I don't need the housing!)

This obviously is a tidy sum. £$£$£$£$£.

Does anyone know if the D5 thermostat will fit my T5 because for what ever reason unknown to mankind you can buy the thermostat on a D5 separate to the housing much cheaper and from.looking at photos of the stats online. It's looks like the same bloody thermostat!

Can anyone clarify any of this? Help is massively appreciated.

Keep volvoin'!

Peace.

wise old monkey · Nov 29th, 2016, 21:05

when i done mine last year, i found the temp sensor from GSF and ecp the car didnt like it, i had to replace with a original volvo one

Jay850t5 · Nov 30th, 2016, 20:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSB Cheshire

Jut changed mine on 2006 V70 D5, big improvement, engine up to operating temp 50% quicker....got the assembly from Volvo complete with housing as Volvo do not supply thermostat only on D5, not sure were you got this info? i assume your talking about aftermarket...

I know some members have bought Gates thermos and fitted...

This should fit your T5.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thermostat...kAAOSw-YVXmaC~

Ordered 👍 I'll let you know how I get on sir. Thanks.

DSB Cheshire · Nov 30th, 2016, 22:14

Yes, my D5 thermostat assy was around £120 from Volvo, so big saving if it works...let us know.

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Originally Posted by Jay850t5

Ordered 👍 I'll let you know how I get on sir. Thanks.

jasmith44 · Dec 1st, 2016, 10:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay850t5

Ordered 👍 I'll let you know how I get on sir. Thanks.

If it doesn't work look at this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Thermostat...gAAOSw3mpXMoi1

Georgeandkira · Dec 1st, 2016, 12:17

NOT intended as a thread hijack:

What could the benefits of going to the combined thermostat housing be? It's so big!

1) You're forced to change BOTH stat and sensor when either goes? (not the very worst of ideas)
2) The height of the housing is there to clear something (like the power steering pump)?

wise old monkey · Dec 1st, 2016, 12:24

i found it easier to remove the complete unit then try and open it up and just change the thermostat

cheshired5 · Dec 1st, 2016, 12:42

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Originally Posted by Jay850t5

I have gone to purchase one online only to see that they come complete with the housing

Assuming you have the B5244T5 (you don't say), there are high quality thermostat options for less than £15 delivered e.g. Gates for less than a tenner, Wahler (who most likely make the genuine) one for £13.
They also have the correct opening temperature of 90°C as opposed to 91°C

Nov 29th, 2016, 17:20	#1
Jay850t5 Member Last Online: Feb 12th, 2024 22:05 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: South Yorkshire	Let's talk Thermostats! Does anyone know.. I have a 2006 V70 T5. I need to replace my thermostat. I had it off yesterday when doing the PCV. I have gone to purchase one online only to see that they come complete with the housing (no idea why I don't need the housing!) This obviously is a tidy sum. £$£$£$£$£. Does anyone know if the D5 thermostat will fit my T5 because for what ever reason unknown to mankind you can buy the thermostat on a D5 separate to the housing much cheaper and from.looking at photos of the stats online. It's looks like the same bloody thermostat! Can anyone clarify any of this? Help is massively appreciated. Keep volvoin'! Peace.

Nov 29th, 2016, 17:48	#2
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	On a russian forum, some guy did indeed place a d5 thermostat into a petrol engine. He said it was working well, however he didn't mention his petrol engine - turbo or not. Turbo ones have cooler thermostats. I'd just make sure the two opening temperatures match. And you are correct, splitting the housing allows to replace only the thermostat part easily. I have not idea why the market - Bmw did the same - went into this direction of selling only the whole assembly - there is absolutely no one, not even the aftermarket parts makers that offer the thermostat alone. Mystery. __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c

Nov 29th, 2016, 21:05	#4
wise old monkey Premier Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 20:04 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Letchworth	when i done mine last year, i found the temp sensor from GSF and ecp the car didnt like it, i had to replace with a original volvo one

Dec 1st, 2016, 12:17	#8
Georgeandkira Premier Member Last Online: Today 14:59 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hackensack	NOT intended as a thread hijack: What could the benefits of going to the combined thermostat housing be? It's so big! 1) You're forced to change BOTH stat and sensor when either goes? (not the very worst of ideas) 2) The height of the housing is there to clear something (like the power steering pump)?

Dec 1st, 2016, 12:24	#9
wise old monkey Premier Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 20:04 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Letchworth	i found it easier to remove the complete unit then try and open it up and just change the thermostat

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