The Story
This 45° water neck is designed to provide a secure coolant outlet connection between the engine and upper radiator hose. Its zinc construction with a chrome finish supports reliable coolant routing while giving the engine bay a clean finished look.
45° Outlet Configuration
The outlet angle helps route the upper radiator hose cleanly in performance, restoration, and custom cooling system layouts.
Secure Hose Connection
Designed to create a tight connection at the thermostat housing area to support reliable coolant flow and help reduce leak points.
Zinc Construction
Built from zinc to handle coolant system heat, pressure, and repeated service conditions.
Application-Specific Cooling Fitment
Designed for the listed engine family and sealing style, with fitment verified by the product dimensions and specifications.
COMPATIBLE WITH
FORD SMALL BLOCK WINDSOR V8
- 3.6 L / 221 in3
- 4.3 L / 260 in3
- 4.7 L / 289 in3
- 4.9 L / 302 in3 generally referred to as 5.0 L
- 5.8 L / 351 in3 generally referred to as 351W
NOTE: Be sure to determine correct water neck angle, as radiator hoses vary between applications.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
- Classic and performance vehicles using matching thermostat housing dimensions
- Street rods and custom cooling system applications
- Engine builds requiring the listed water neck angle and sealing style
Specifications:
| Water Neck Material | Zinc Alloy |
| Water Neck Finish | Chrome |
| Water Neck Style | 45° |
| Sealing Style | O-Ring (Included) |
| Swivel | No |
| Heater Bypass Provision | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware | Included |
Description
This 45° water neck is designed to provide a secure coolant outlet connection between the engine and upper radiator hose. Its zinc construction with a chrome finish supports reliable coolant routing while giving the engine bay a clean finished look.
45° Outlet Configuration
The outlet angle helps route the upper radiator hose cleanly in performance, restoration, and custom cooling system layouts.
Secure Hose Connection
Designed to create a tight connection at the thermostat housing area to support reliable coolant flow and help reduce leak points.
Zinc Construction
Built from zinc to handle coolant system heat, pressure, and repeated service conditions.
Application-Specific Cooling Fitment
Designed for the listed engine family and sealing style, with fitment verified by the product dimensions and specifications.
COMPATIBLE WITH
FORD SMALL BLOCK WINDSOR V8
- 3.6 L / 221 in3
- 4.3 L / 260 in3
- 4.7 L / 289 in3
- 4.9 L / 302 in3 generally referred to as 5.0 L
- 5.8 L / 351 in3 generally referred to as 351W
NOTE: Be sure to determine correct water neck angle, as radiator hoses vary between applications.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
- Classic and performance vehicles using matching thermostat housing dimensions
- Street rods and custom cooling system applications
- Engine builds requiring the listed water neck angle and sealing style
Specifications:
| Water Neck Material | Zinc Alloy |
| Water Neck Finish | Chrome |
| Water Neck Style | 45° |
| Sealing Style | O-Ring (Included) |
| Swivel | No |
| Heater Bypass Provision | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware | Included |
