Gunner,
I purchased a MOCAL thermostat. Mine came with the mount. It is very basic and I can take a picture of it if you need it. So unless you heard otherwise I think it will come with the bracket. I purchased mine from here:
http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/c...Oil_Thermostat
Let me know if you still want a picture.
I agree that you want to invest in the tool kit (one that has vise clamps and the split haves
http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/c...ip_Accessories). Rap some of the blue masking tap around where you are going to cut the hose, this will keep it from fraying. Don't be afraid of excessive WD-40 to get the hose seated. And finally wear gloves it will keep your hands from slipping and a piece of stainless wire from going DEEP into your hand.