Q: Thermostat gasket replacement

asked by on October 19, 2016

I don't believe my thermostat is bad, not having any overheating or irregular temperature issues just noticing a small amount of liquid around the top part of the thermostat. Had both upper and lower hoses replaced within last 6 months. Is that something you would be able to fix? Or is it better to just replace the whole thermostat?

My car has 47000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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