well guys,,it took me 10 min to remove air filter housing,,and 5 min to remove rad hose,,,,2 bolts removed housing for thermostat,,,,cleaned both engine block surface for new thermostat,,and bottom of housing,,,replace housing,,,reinstalled hose,,and air filter box,,, 1 hour 25 min,,in my yard,,,,don't let it discourage you,,,contrary to what people are saying,,,its easy,,if you know a little and have the tools,,