Yes, the advice I didn't heed was the advice I should have...  I just
twisted the head of one of the bolts on the lower thermostat housing.
What can I do about this?  I don't have easy access to lots of fancy
tools.  Is there some reasonable way out of this situation?

Thanks....
Wes

('84 1.9l manual)

TC wrote:

>>AND don't forget to get the back of the van up onto a set of ramps.
>>That will help with coolant loss and with (slightly) better access to the
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>>A large sheet of cardboard to go under your backside is also a big help
>>- it can keep you out of the coolant puddle! Old carpet is good, too.
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>and dont forget to soak those seized bolts on the themostat for 5 weeks b4
>you start, then when you do snap them off...:)
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