I broke the thermostat housing off pls help....1994 Nissan Quest?

i was changing the thermostat on my 1994 nissan quest and the last bolt on the top didnt want to budge so i applied more pressure to try and torque it off and it broke.... the housing is fine but a small chunk with the bolt still in it broke off.... is this a bad thing or... Read More

  • It sounds like you are in deep ---. JB weld will not work there is too much pressure in the system for it to hold. Some how, some way you either need to replace the block or head that the part is broken on. (I say block or head because I do not know what part the broken piece is attached to). In a long shot you could... Read More
  • If there is enough of the bolt sticking out that you could get a vice grip on you might be able to get it out. Get yourself some "Liquid Wrench" penetrating oil. Apply liberally. Repeat often. Every so often, 1, 2, 4, 24 hours try a twist with the vice grips. Don't twist hard! Finesse and patience are key here. If it... Read More
  • JB Weld may work for a quick fix, but will not last very long being near extreme temps. Your better off getting a new housing.

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