Changing Thermostat, Is cooler better?
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Changing Thermostat, Is cooler better?
2005 GMC 5.3L Stock
I'm going to install a K&N series 77 Air Intake kit and still shopping for a programmer or custom tune.
Should I replace the stat with a lower one, 180 or 160?
What's the stock one, 195 F???
I've read that the hotter the motor and the cooler the air coming in makes the best power.
My last truck was a 1993 5.7 with a 160F stat. Motor was still running good at 250K.
Anyone have any part numbers or links for stats that will work? I've found some with the housing for $50, (don't want) but I know there is the SLP stat #100228 (160F) for around $20. Can't find SLP stat (180F).
Any help would be great.
Thanks,
Corey
I'm going to install a K&N series 77 Air Intake kit and still shopping for a programmer or custom tune.
Should I replace the stat with a lower one, 180 or 160?
What's the stock one, 195 F???
I've read that the hotter the motor and the cooler the air coming in makes the best power.
My last truck was a 1993 5.7 with a 160F stat. Motor was still running good at 250K.
Anyone have any part numbers or links for stats that will work? I've found some with the housing for $50, (don't want) but I know there is the SLP stat #100228 (160F) for around $20. Can't find SLP stat (180F).
Any help would be great.
Thanks,
Corey
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Originally Posted by CHEVY6000VHO
Not worth it unless your tuning engine to the ragged edge.
You will also lose 1 mpg on average!
Jim
You will also lose 1 mpg on average!
Jim
get the 160 thermostat.... truck wont run at 160 anyways, I believe it'll run between 175-180....
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Originally Posted by ap2002
I dont think this is true.....
get the 160 thermostat.... truck wont run at 160 anyways, I believe it'll run between 175-180....
get the 160 thermostat.... truck wont run at 160 anyways, I believe it'll run between 175-180....
I really think the 180* stat would be a better choice for a stock engine.
That's my opinion.
Jim