Thermostat

[Kraut187]

I'm looking to change my thermostat also, but can't decide what would be best the 180 or 160. Down here in Vegas It gets hot as h*ll, so I'm ok now, but worried about the summer. 110+ :eek: Thanks

[viper98885]

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Kraut187:
I'm looking to change my thermostat also, but can't decide what would be best the 180 or 160. Down here in Vegas It gets hot as h*ll, so I'm ok now, but worried about the summer. 110+ :eek: Thanks<hr></blockquote>

I would definitely choose the 160* in your case.

[strobhen]

If you are running a newer car you may need to do a resistor mod to get a 160* t-stat working.

Otherwise, you will get an SES light.

E-mail Dominic about the exact Ohm of the resistor needed (for the IAT sensor).

I have a 2001, first time I put in a 160, it caused ses. I have been running for a good week now w/ the new 160 & resistor mod w/ no light & no pending codes.

[99redcamaro]

mine was 195 stock, got it replaced last week with the 180 one from autozone.

[Dewey]

Can I get a link for a 180deg. thermostat for a 2002 V6? I can't seem to find one anywhere.

[Dominic]

Just go to pepboys and lookup the part number for a Stant 180 for say a 1997 Grand prix 3.8L (GTP or GT)

you'll find it!

[TurboKillaZ]

go with the 180 from autozone