--- product_id: 217889191 title: "MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver" brand: "motorad" price: "£35.32" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 category: "Motorad" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/217889191-motorad-7200-160-fail-safe-thermostat-silver store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Patented fail-safe locking tech Precision OE-grade materials Calibrated for optimal 160°C temp MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver **Brand:** motorad **Price:** £35.32 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🌡️ Stay Cool, Stay Ahead: The Thermostat That Has Your Engine’s Back ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver by motorad - **How much does it cost?** £35.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/217889191-motorad-7200-160-fail-safe-thermostat-silver) ## Best For - motorad enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted motorad brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **OE-Quality Assurance:** Manufactured with premium materials sourced from original equipment suppliers for unmatched durability. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** Sleek machined silver design weighing just 59g fits seamlessly into your engine setup. - • **Engineered to Protect:** Exclusive patented design locks open to prevent overheating and costly engine damage. - • **Fail-Safe Reliability:** Innovative locking technology ensures maximum coolant flow when cooling system fails—drive worry-free. - • **Precision-Calibrated Performance:** 100% tested and calibrated to maintain ideal engine temperature at 160°C for peak efficiency. ## Overview The MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat features patented locking technology that prevents engine overheating by locking open during cooling system failures. Made from OE-quality materials and precision calibrated to maintain optimal 160°C engine temperature, it offers reliable, fail-safe protection in a compact, lightweight design trusted by professionals. ## Description Fail-Safe Thermostats offer premium, patented technology for superior protection over any thermostat on the market. Only Fail-Safe is designed to lock in the open position when overheating occurs due to a failing cooling system component. This allows maximum coolant flow, thus preventing expensive engine damage. Review: Failed after 3 months...and so much for the fail safe feature...it failed in the closed position resulting in overheating. Garbage...first and last time that I purchase a MotoRad product. Review: ...been a year and it's still doing what it should. no need to run 212 degree, 160 is very hot in winter. PEACE GRD ## Features - Exlusive, Patented design safeguards against overheating - Locking technology prevents costly engine damage - Manufactured with the highest quality materials from an OE supplier - Maintains optimum engine performance temperatures - 100% tested and calibrated ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000C5I8UM | | Best Sellers Rank | 880,231 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 1,867 in Car Engine Thermostats | | Brand | Motorad | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (327) | | Date First Available | 10 Oct. 2007 | | Exterior | Machined | | Item Weight | 59 g | | Item model number | 7200-160 | | Manufacturer | Motorad | | Manufacturer part number | 7200-160 | | Mirror adjustment | Button Control | | Model | Engine Coolant Thermostat | | Product Dimensions | 5.41 x 5.41 x 3.76 cm; 58.97 g | | Special Features | Patented Design, Locking Technology | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Motorad - **Colour:** Silver - **Connectivity technology:** Wi-Fi - **Controller type:** Amazon Alexa - **Included components:** 1 Motorad branded product - **Model name:** Engine Coolant Thermostat - **Power source:** Battery Powered - **Special feature:** Patented Design, Locking Technology - **Specific uses for product:** Home, Office - **Temperature Control Type:** thermostatic ## Images ![MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713JsA9qsML.jpg) ![MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719cMvvWC3L.jpg) ![MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MyXl+FaQL.jpg) ![MotoRad 7200-160 Fail-Safe Thermostat, Silver - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QYjhbWh2L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: After engine is turned of and left to cool completely, will the Thurmostat close?** A: Yes. The MotoRad Fail Safe thermostat will act the same as a normal thermostat & as an engine cools the thermostat will close. Thanks for the inquiry. **Q: Does this fit a 289/302 small block?** A: Yes. The MotoRad 7200-160 Fail Safe thermostat fits various 1960's thru 1990's Ford Small Block applications. It is an alternate temp to the OE temperature. Thanks for the inquiry. **Q: does this come with a gasket** A: No gasket included! **Q: How much more often should you change the oil in a motor running a 160 t-stat? Is optimal temp closer to 190?** A: I put a 160° thermostat in a 1944 Willys MB, and the old boy seems to like it. I see no reason to modify the oil change interval. These newer, modern oils even go longer if you want. I don’t know what you want to put a 190° thermostat in, but many cars require a warmer engine. Find your specs on google, and go with their recommendation. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ Review *by L***E on 2 October 2025* Failed after 3 months...and so much for the fail safe feature...it failed in the closed position resulting in overheating. Garbage...first and last time that I purchase a MotoRad product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by G***K on 12 November 2025* ...been a year and it's still doing what it should. no need to run 212 degree, 160 is very hot in winter. PEACE GRD ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by W***Y on 26 August 2025* Good quality. 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