Alum water pump housing question

Guys,
I have an aluminum water pump housing on my 440 build. I am installing the thermostat. The old cast iron housing had a “ groove “ for the thermostat, the aluminum housing does not. Naturally the thermostat housing will not fit correctly. What are you guys doing ?
Thanks :poke:

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