{"product_id":"crusader-copper-thermostat-housing-98202","title":"Crusader Copper Thermostat Housing | OEM Part 98202","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrusader Copper Thermostat Housing — OEM Part 98202\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine OEM copper thermostat housing for compatible Crusader and PCM marine gasoline engines. This is the factory-correct replacement for the thermostat housing on applicable engine configurations, providing a durable copper construction for reliable sealing and heat management in the engine cooling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98202\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crusader \/ PCM (Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper Thermostat Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine Cooling System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Crusader and PCM marine gasoline engines where OEM part number 98202 is specified in the parts diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm fitment by your exact engine model and serial number before ordering — thermostat housing specifications vary by engine configuration and model year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSerial Number \u0026amp; Fitment Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify fitment using your engine model and serial number against the Crusader or PCM parts diagram. Thermostat housing configurations can vary across engine families and production years. Do not assume fitment based on engine displacement alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this thermostat housing when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe housing shows cracks, corrosion, or physical damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks are traced to the thermostat housing joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe housing is being replaced as part of a cooling system overhaul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread damage or sealing surface wear prevents a proper seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean all mating surfaces before installation and inspect the thermostat housing gasket — replace the gasket whenever the housing is removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the thermostat and housing gasket are compatible with this housing before reassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque fasteners to the specification in the Crusader or PCM service manual for your engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefill and pressure-check the cooling system after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the correct OEM replacement for Crusader and PCM engine owners who need to replace a damaged, corroded, or leaking thermostat housing while maintaining factory-correct cooling system components. Copper construction provides good thermal conductivity and durability in marine cooling applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Customer Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Customers occasionally order the thermostat housing without also replacing the thermostat housing gasket. Any time the housing is removed, the gasket should be replaced — reusing a disturbed gasket is a common cause of repeat coolant leaks after cooling system service. Confirm the correct gasket part number for your engine before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/crusader-engine-thermostat-143f-r026002e\"\u003eCrusader Thermostat 143°F — R026002E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-pump-thermostat-housing-elbow-r024002\"\u003ePCM Pump-to-Thermostat Housing Elbow — R024002\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-100\"\u003ePCM Thermostat Housing Gasket — RM0001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-101\"\u003ePCM Thermostat Housing Gasket — RM0004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CRU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563780505636,"sku":"98202","price":344.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/images_18a1811b-1147-48cc-b36e-e10bbdbb6cd6.jpg?v=1787419889","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/crusader-copper-thermostat-housing-98202","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}