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ok im not sure if this is the right place for this thread but i was wondering wat thermostat everyone suggest? i have a 99 3.8 maro, should i go 180 or 160? any problems with going for a 160? and are some brands better than others (slp, stant, hypertech, ect)?
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get a hypertech 180 or you can get a 180 at autozone as well. Either will work. Your car will not like the 160 and set of a code probably. Most 99+ have problems with codes being triggered from 160s unless they get them tuned for it with a tuner.
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i have a 180, i have never had a problem. do keep in mind if your car is not moving and you have the air conditioner off the gauge will still go up to 210 and hold, but dont let that scare you.<a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2245261\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2245261</a> Green 1997, 105k, all stock except for Z28 front springs, Air shocks in the rear, home made coolant recovery tank, home made battery hold down.Comment
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i have a 160, never had a problem.Dave:
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01-02 have a problem with 160* thermos and will set a code. I never got a chance to play with it yet to find a better way to solve this other then tuning. but I "belive" the 99 is ok1996 Silver camaro Z28. M6,<br />12 bolt, 4.11\'s, posi, Rear cover, Spec stage 2, loudmouth, more <a href=\"http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=1\" target=\"_blank\">http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=1</a> <Mods, Pics & more <a href=\"http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=2\" target=\"_blank\">http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=2</a> <Fbody Tech ArticalsComment
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it's no rumor.. Trust me.. 01-02 will have a problem. a code will be set and the temp gauge will stop functioning.1996 Silver camaro Z28. M6,<br />12 bolt, 4.11\'s, posi, Rear cover, Spec stage 2, loudmouth, more <a href=\"http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=1\" target=\"_blank\">http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=1</a> <Mods, Pics & more <a href=\"http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=2\" target=\"_blank\">http://home.mainstreamtopics.com/?index=3&module=2</a> <Fbody Tech ArticalsComment
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but the 160 wont do any damage? and how much worse will my gas milage be?K&N air filter, Whisper air lid, magnaflow LT1 cat back, and magnaflow high flow cat, pacesetter headers, silverstars<br /><br />more to come soon<br />but for now im out of moneyComment
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i have 160 degree. but its POINTLESS to have a lower temp thermostat if you dont have a manual fan switch. Look into doing that as well if you're gonna get it. Its about a 5 dollar mod.
Gas mileage will stay the same..96 Camaro M5. Dark metallic gree (?dont know the offical color name)<br />Home made Intake :: Headers, 3inch headers back to Flowmaster muffler :: spec stage 3 clutch Now installed, waiting for 3.42\'s and LSD next month<br /><a href=\"http://photobucket.com/albums/y192/RiceEatingCamaro/?action=view¤t=newcar.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a> <br /><br />Totalled Car.<br /><a href=\"http://bellsouthpwp.net/s/k/sk8er305/\" target=\"_blank\">96 CamaroRS</a>Comment
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You just need a resistor, and its been told to solve the problem.Originally posted by HBHRacing:
01-02 have a problem with 160* thermos and will set a code. I never got a chance to play with it yet to find a better way to solve this other then tuning. but I "belive" the 99 is ok
and only 01-02 have the problem. Every other year don't have the problem.
As for 160* stats. Where are you guys going I been wanting to order one and do a coolant flush all at once. Just all the places I have see seem to be about $25 shipped. I was hoping to find somewhere cheaper.
YOu guys know anywhere?-Eric<br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/mustangeater82\" target=\"_blank\">2000 NBM V6 Camaro 5-speed</a> T-top <i>converted</i><br /><b>14.467@95.45mph</b> <i>$0 in mods</i><br /><i>The member formerly known as MustangEater8251</i>Comment
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The only issue I ever heard with the 160 is you could stay in closed loop, being that low. I have a 180 and even with the a/c on, in city traffic, I'm still under 210.Jessica :)<br />Kansas: There\'s no place like home...99 Firebird Blown/6lbs, Eaton w/3.42\'s CI headers Z28 Exaust<br />CAI, #36 injectors Intense PCMComment
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I can get you one for $15 shipped, let me know if interested. It is a brand new Hypertech one, 160 or 180.Comment
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Hook a bro up!Originally posted by 97rs4life:
I can get you one for $15 shipped, let me know if interested. It is a brand new Hypertech one, 160 or 180.
I'll take a 160* I can paypal or credit card ya [img]smile.gif[/img]-Eric<br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/mustangeater82\" target=\"_blank\">2000 NBM V6 Camaro 5-speed</a> T-top <i>converted</i><br /><b>14.467@95.45mph</b> <i>$0 in mods</i><br /><i>The member formerly known as MustangEater8251</i>Comment
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Hey man, you still have my stb?Originally posted by 97rs4life:
I can get you one for $15 shipped, let me know if interested. It is a brand new Hypertech one, 160 or 180.2005 Cavalier LS Sport M5<br /> <a href=\"http://members.cardomain.com/firefighter8615\" target=\"_blank\">http://members.cardomain.com/firefighter8615</a>Comment
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yea I do, lol I actually had to use it once to get my car towed home behind my dads truck when my fuel pump went out, lol. It worked great for hooking the tow strap tooComment
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