1958 Desoto Fireflite Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

16 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite, from PEAK, PRESTONE, FVP and 1 other brand. FVP MV5050GAL carries the "Popular" badge.

The Compatible With All Colors section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PRESTONE AF3055 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from VALVOLINE — rated for severe service. VALVOLINE ZXG051 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 4 options from PRESTONE and PEAK — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. PRESTONE AF2100 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from PEAK, FVP and PRESTONE — built to original-equipment specification. FVP GREEN5050GAL is listed in this group.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

2 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite, from GATES and MOTORAD.

This group includes GATES 31413 and MOTORAD 3003.

This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

5 Radiator Cap parts are listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite, from GATES, MOTORAD and SKP. MOTORAD T13 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Locking Replacement section lists 2 options from GATES and MOTORAD — grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. GATES 31511 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from MOTORAD, GATES and SKP. MOTORAD T13 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD T13, GATES 31511 and MOTORAD ST13, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

12 Radiator Hose parts for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite come from 4 brands — DAYCO, GATES, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 22219M.

The Economy section: 5 options from DAYCO, GATES and ACDELCO. ACDELCO 31635 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from ACDELCO, DAYCO, GATES and 1 other brand. A representative part number is ACDELCO 22219M.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

One part is listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS527.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

11 Thermostat parts for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, GATES and CALORSTAT. The "Popular" part is GATES 33038.

The Performance section lists 2 options from MOTORAD — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. MOTORAD 2006180 is listed in this group.

Premium: 2 parts, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7206180.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from GATES, MOTORAD and CALORSTAT. A representative part number is GATES 33038.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

5 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite, from FEL-PRO, GATES, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO 35063 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35063, GATES 33625 and MAHLE / CLEVITE C25487, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

5 Water Pump parts for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite come from 5 brands — FVP, US MOTOR WORKS, GMB and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is GMB 1201200.

The Economy section: 2 options from FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. FVP US1040 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from GMB, DAYCO and GATES. A representative part number is GMB 1201200.

Listed part numbers: GMB 1201200 and FVP US1040, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 1958 Desoto Fireflite, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ. FEL-PRO 11731 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO 11731, FEL-PRO 11730 and MAHLE / CLEVITE K26444 and the remaining parts above.