NOS Bendix 385370 Thermostat & Cover — Vintage Carburetor Choke Control — Mopar & Industrial
type: Unknown Type
Vendor: CorvairFarmer
Description:
Bendix 385370 is a vintage thermostat and cover assembly used in mid-century automotive and industrial applications. It features a coiled bi-metal spring and multi-hole mounting plate, typical of 1940s–1950s carburetor or choke thermostats
BENDIX 385370 — SPECIFICATION & FITMENT CHART
📘 Part Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bendix Products Division (South Bend, Indiana) |
| Part Number | 385370 |
| Description | Thermostat & Cover Assembly |
| Category | Carburetor / Choke / Heat Control |
| Design | Bi-metal coil spring with circular mounting plate |
| Mounting | Multi-hole flange (typically 3–5 holes) |
| Material | Steel base, brass/steel coil |
| Condition | New Old Stock (NOS) |
| Packaging | Original Bendix box with part number and South Bend branding |
🚗 Vehicle Fitment
✅ Likely Applications
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1940s–1950s Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, DeSoto
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Early Bendix carburetor-equipped vehicles
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Industrial engines using Bendix heat-controlled choke systems
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Marine and agricultural engines with Bendix thermostatic choke assemblies
✅ Functional Fitment
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Used to regulate choke operation via heat-sensitive coil
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Mounts to carburetor or intake manifold
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May interchange with Carter or Rochester thermostatic choke units depending on flange and coil specs
