180* Thermostat?

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Aug 5, 2007 | 02:46 PM

kicksZ28

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180* Thermostat?

What degree thermostat can i install in LS1 w/out programming and see a difference in temps? Ecklers has a 170* w/a ported housing. I also know there are 160* and 180* therms. Thanks for your help.

Aug 5, 2007 | 03:14 PM

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I thought tuning is needed to get the fans to come on.

Aug 5, 2007 | 03:15 PM

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I might just get the 180* and the slp fan switch.

Aug 5, 2007 | 03:53 PM

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What year is your car? My owners manual says mine came with a 180.

Aug 5, 2007 | 06:14 PM

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You can see better temps by just programming the fans (no thermostat required). The stock fan temp ranges are pretty far up there. I never even had to touch my thermostat to keep my car running under 200. You should really look into that before you go hog wild messing with the thermostat. I found it to be unnecessary.