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factory thermostat?

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What is the factory t-stat? 195? 180?
 

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Emissions require 195 from the factory
 

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180 works nice in mine, passes emission tests too. Thats what most guys here run.
But yeah, 195 factory
 
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is the 180 worth anything on these motors? I know some motors like to run hot, others cool...
 

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urban96 said:
195
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You're close but it's actually 192*F or 89*C.
 

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Fopar said:
is the 180 worth anything on these motors? I know some motors like to run hot, others cool...
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180* stat's can help IMHO because these cars are so prone to pinging. I like to look at target operating temps, not the stat rating so much anyways.

Another thing to remember is what temp the OEM stat is supposed to be open fully. Add in some hysteresis and all bets are off.

A balanced 180* stat makes a huge (relative) difference IMHO.

Also look into some ancillary means of fan control or adjusting the fan thresholds downward to compliment the t-stat.

Good luck.
 
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