xtremerevolution Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I've been hearing about these a lot, especially on the regalgs.org forum. I had a few questions. What benefit do they have as opposed to the regular thermostat? How would you go about installing one (in my car specifically) Which one would I get for my car? (and where?) Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990lumina Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 The motor will run 15degrees cooler, and you'll probably feel the slightest bit increase in power, but it won't be much at all, and you engine will run cooler (great in summer sucks in winter!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 The motor will run 15degrees cooler, and you'll probably feel the slightest bit increase in power, but it won't be much at all, and you engine will run cooler (great in summer sucks in winter!) Why exactly would this suck during the winter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19Cutlass94 Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I highly doubt youll notice any difference at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 you can get one at any parts store. just ask for a 180 t-stat that will fit your car. advantages: runs cooler, lower underhood temps, slightly more power(wont be noticeable at all though) disadvantages: heater isnt as warm during the winter, so longer warm-ups when frozen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 you can get one at any parts store. just ask for a 180 t-stat that will fit your car. advantages: runs cooler, lower underhood temps, slightly more power(wont be noticeable at all though) disadvantages: heater isnt as warm during the winter, so longer warm-ups when frozen. Well my car runs a bit on the warm side as it is, so I think it might be a good idea. As for the heater not being as warm...oh well. I'll wear a jacket. Would this be difficult to install? Or could I get instructions out of my Haynes manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 if you can change your spark plugs you can do this. piece-o-cake. your heater will still be warm, just not quite as warm. and yes your Haynes should show you where it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toms92gpse Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 If you live in the South its great to have a 180* tstat. It works real well if you get an aftermarket chip/computer programed to work with the 180* tstat so that your fans kick on earlier and actually take advantage of the cooler engine and advance the spark timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Worse gas mileage. Installation is seriously 10 minutes. 2 bolts on the thermostat housing, it pops right off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Worse gas mileage. Installation is seriously 10 minutes. 2 bolts on the thermostat housing, it pops right off. Awesome. I'll have it done when I get back. Will I see any improvement on my 1/4 mile time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Worse gas mileage. Installation is seriously 10 minutes. 2 bolts on the thermostat housing, it pops right off. Awesome. I'll have it done when I get back. Will I see any improvement on my 1/4 mile time? HAHA. doubt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Euro Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 haha nothing at all in your 1/4 time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 haha nothing at all in your 1/4 time So the mod is basically just something to help keep the engine cooler? Increase engine life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Probably decrease engine life actually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Probably decrease engine life actually. So it doesn't increase performance. It *probably* decreases engine life... so...what's the point? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Runs cooler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Runs cooler. So how does it help me if my engine runs cooler if it has no effect on my performance and reduces my engine life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 A cooler running engine will dump more fuel. Same effect with a true CAI, cooler running, dumps more fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 A cooler running engine will dump more fuel. Same effect with a true CAI, cooler running, dumps more fuel. So I'll be running richer? I'm not getting something here. What benefit does it provide me when I get behind the wheel and put my foot on the pedal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Euro Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Nothing.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 well its really alot more of a issue for the L67 guys(or anyone who is boosted), they need to run cooler so they dont get the dreaded KR. (knock retard) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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