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    How do I replace the thermostat?

    I've never worked on/near an engine before, so I have no idea where the thermostat is. I want to replace mine with a 180* in the next few weeks (to go with the fan switch I'm putting in) and wanted to know what to do. If someone could post a link to pictures with arrows or cirled areas, that'd be great. Oh yeah, and the more detailed instructions the better (all I've read are "remove the bolts holding it on, remove t-stat, replace with new t-stat, replace bolts." Even though it probably is that simple, humor me [img]tongue.gif[/img] )
    <b>2002 Pewter v6 Camaro</b><br />T-tops, Auto, stock GFX<br />mods: SSRA, Whisper lid, K&N filter, Borla cat-back, Pioneer HU, RF 6.5\" speakers, billet grill, clear corners, red tubing under hood, black CAMARO fill-in\'s, QTEC, GM power antenna, fan switch
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    The best investment you'll ever make is a Haynes manual.
    ~Derrick <a href=\"http://www.appstate.edu/~do54457/\" target=\"_blank\"><i>My Webpage</i></a><br /><b>\'96 3.8L V6 M5 Firebird Y87</b> | <b>162.8 RWHP</b> / <b>196.7 RWTQ</b> <br /><b>•</b> SLP CAI <b>•</b> <a href=\"http://tech.firebirdv6.com/y87.html\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Y87</b> Package</a> - 3.23s <b>•</b> 180º thermo w/ fan switch <b>•</b> TB spacer from DEE<br />1991 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4x4

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    • #3
      Amen to that. And if all else fails, there is a review for it on this site, complete with pictures.
      2000 3.8L Firebird, Silver Metallic<br /><br />\"Yes, London. You know, fish, chips, cup o\' tea, bad food, worse weather, Mary f***in\' Poppins, London!!\"

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      • #4
        Originally posted by Dojo2000:
        The best investment you'll ever make is a Haynes manual.
        I tried to get one about a year ago and it said it was only good through 2000, of course, now that I know more and think about it that should work with my car too. The only things they changed from 2000-2002 I can think of are the wheels and exhaust manifolds (or is there some reason that manual wouldn't work for my car?). I guess I'll call around and see if Auto Zone has it or another auto shop.

        And also:
        Originally posted by memphis_raines:
        Amen to that. And if all else fails, there is a review for it on this site, complete with pictures.
        I saw the review, but I didn't see any pics of where it goes. Maybe I missed a link in there.
        <b>2002 Pewter v6 Camaro</b><br />T-tops, Auto, stock GFX<br />mods: SSRA, Whisper lid, K&N filter, Borla cat-back, Pioneer HU, RF 6.5\" speakers, billet grill, clear corners, red tubing under hood, black CAMARO fill-in\'s, QTEC, GM power antenna, fan switch

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        • #5
          I just finished putting in a Hypertech 160* about 10 minutes ago. Dominics site has a walk threw for it and he did a really good job on it. Check it out and it will answer all your questions http://www.angelfire.com/my/fastcar/powerstat.html
          -Chris<br />2001 Pewter Camaro M5<br />Current Mods: NOS Dry Kit and a few others<br />N/A: 15.5@88.9MPH<br />N2O: ??? <br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/jtusa69888\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/id/jtusa69888</a>

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          • #6
            Originally posted by AZv6camaro:
            I just finished putting in a Hypertech 160* about 10 minutes ago. Dominics site has a walk threw for it and he did a really good job on it. Check it out and it will answer all your questions http://www.angelfire.com/my/fastcar/powerstat.html
            Awesome, thanks for that link
            <b>2002 Pewter v6 Camaro</b><br />T-tops, Auto, stock GFX<br />mods: SSRA, Whisper lid, K&N filter, Borla cat-back, Pioneer HU, RF 6.5\" speakers, billet grill, clear corners, red tubing under hood, black CAMARO fill-in\'s, QTEC, GM power antenna, fan switch

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            • #7
              not a problem but no need to thank me, thank Dominic for the write up [img]smile.gif[/img]
              -Chris<br />2001 Pewter Camaro M5<br />Current Mods: NOS Dry Kit and a few others<br />N/A: 15.5@88.9MPH<br />N2O: ??? <br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/jtusa69888\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/id/jtusa69888</a>

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              • #8
                You should check to make sure that already isn't a 180°. I tried a 160° but I kept throwing codes so I put the 180° back in.
                Zaino; FireBatCave Decals; Red Inside<br /><br />K&N Filter & Lid; Removed MAF screen; FRA; Raised Air Box; 180°F Stat; BMR STB; 3\" Catco & S-pipe; Borla Cat-Back; O2 Sim; HPPIII; NGK TR55s; Taylor 8mm wires<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/cbass300\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/id/cbass300</a>

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