{"product_id":"pcm-thermostat-160-degree-156-hole-97895","title":"PCM 160°F Thermostat with 156-Hole Housing 97895","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePCM 160°F Thermostat with 156-Hole Housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep your PCM inboard engine running at its optimal operating temperature with this OEM-spec 160°F thermostat. Designed specifically for PCM marine engines, it regulates coolant flow to maintain consistent engine temperature — protecting against overheating and ensuring efficient combustion across a full range of operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 156-hole housing design promotes even coolant distribution through the thermostat, reducing hot spots and improving thermal stability. This is a direct-fit replacement for PCM engines that originally specified a 160°F thermostat with the 156-hole housing configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening temperature: 160°F (71°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e156-hole housing for even coolant distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-spec fit for compatible PCM inboard engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulates coolant flow to prevent overheating and cold running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement — no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Use Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis thermostat is the correct replacement for PCM inboard engines originally equipped with a 160°F \/ 156-hole thermostat. It is most commonly found in PCM-powered wakeboard boats, ski boats, and performance inboards. Always verify the OEM thermostat temperature rating and housing hole count against your engine’s service manual before ordering — installing the wrong temperature thermostat can affect engine performance and warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThermostats are a routine maintenance item on inboard engines and are often replaced as part of a cooling system service alongside the impeller. If a customer is replacing the thermostat due to overheating, always ask whether they’ve also checked the raw water impeller — a failed impeller is the most common root cause of overheating on inboard engines. Cross-sell the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-1\"\u003ePCM Marine Plumbing Elbow Fitting\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-8\"\u003ePCM O-Ring Seal\u003c\/a\u003e for customers doing a full cooling system service. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-12\"\u003ePCM Remote Coolant Recovery Tank Cap\u003c\/a\u003e is also worth mentioning for customers servicing the closed cooling system. Confirm the engine model and year before ordering to ensure the 160°F \/ 156-hole spec is correct for their application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRelated PCM Cooling Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-1\"\u003ePCM Marine Plumbing Elbow Fitting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-8\"\u003ePCM O-Ring Seal 22654\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-12\"\u003ePCM Remote Coolant Recovery Tank Cap\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pcm-13\"\u003ePCM \/ Crusader Fuel Filter Element 47047\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PCM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563967447076,"sku":"97895","price":58.64,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/ef2558a9-27d4-4b51-861b-365ad56d318f.png?v=1784437469","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/pcm-thermostat-160-degree-156-hole-97895","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}