I need to bypass my thermostat on my 2004 Discovery so I can run it and flush the cooling system while I wait for the new T-stat to be delivered.

Can I simply remove the damaged T-stat and use a T-hose to make the connection or, is it more complicated than that?

Thanks for your help.

 

Whats wrong with the old tstat? If its not leaking you can remove the innards carefully...

 

Thanks... yes... it is leaking. Thoughts?

 

You can use a plastic pex plumbing tee
Or 1" galvy fittings from home repair place hd or lowes
Plastic pex pieces or irrigation pieces will be cheapest

 

Thanks dusty1. I needed confirmation from someone more experienced than I. I appreciate your advice.