jt_2002_ta

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i bought a 160 deg stat and just wondering if any computer mods are needed to control fans

ULTIMATEORANGESS

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i would get it tuned.

jt_2002_ta

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will it cause any problems untuned

ULTIMATEORANGESS

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NOT SURE. IM SURE ITLL AFFECT afr THOUGH.

Kurt D

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It won't hurt but it won't help either, unless the car is at speed.

WS9 Formula

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u need to get the fans reprogrammed to turn on at the cooler stat temp.

nick2334

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when i put a 160 in mine it ran fine just the fans did not kick on when they should shortly after that i got my car tuned

sjsingle1

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just do it.......you can......but dont have to get a tune for it.......nuff sed

WhiteKnight '01

Is there any benefit to running a 160* stat? Are they any cons?

I thought I had read that you need some of that engine heat up and around 200 to keep the engine oil thin and lubricant, and if it gets too much cooler it will affect HP and fuel economy, etc.

sjsingle1

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LIES LIES...ALL LIES.......git r dun

CarGuy1

True and It's Overrated, but most who have already changed to cooler thermostat don't want to hear it...

The higher temps also aids in burning-off any moisture / condensation and some contaminates build-up and lowering temp only hurts the engine in most cases unless you live in the desert. The engines are designed to run at 200 deg. temp. in most cases, so unless you're racing and have a tune to make the most of the HP increase, it won't be much of a benefit.