i have a question about my 1997 saturn sc2

[bonez1987]

well i have a sc2 and my thermostat went out and my master cylinder went out well my brother is going to fix the master cylinder but refuses to help fix the thermostat i dont know much about cars but he told me it would take him until monday to fix both even though that he is going to fix the master cylinder how long would it take to replace the thermostat in it its a dual over head cam to by the way if that makes a difference.

[PurdueGuy]

Brake or clutch master cylinder? How do you know they are bad?

The thermostat is pretty easy to replace. You just have to drain the coolant, unhook the lower radiator hose where it connects to the bottom of the engine, undo 2 bolts, and remove the housing. Swap the new thermostat into the housing, reassemble, and refill the coolant. Even for someone who doesn't know their way around a car, you should be able to do it within an hour with minimal tools. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. Also, check out RichPin's videos on youtube, I'm sure he has some for the thermostat. Might have some for the master cylinder, too. If it's the clutch master cylinder, replace the whole sealed system, not just the master.

[Growser]

Pretty easy for the thermostat - only two bolts. Just make sure the bolt heads are clean and use penetrating oil first. Use a 8 pt socket. If you round off the head of the bolt you're looking at a PITA job. Check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrCSJpbDCiI

[Growser]

Also check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEoLF...eature=related