160* Thermostat

[02CAMAROV6]

I'm gonna put a new thermostat in, but i was just wondering if I should go with 160* or 180*. I heard that the 160 can set off some codes since it may think the engine is not warming up correctly. I also heard that the actual operating temp is higher than 160. Is anyone running either a 160 or 180, and can you let me know what you think

[grayman]

some people get the code with a 160. ihave never heard of anyone getting a code with a 180. they are only a few bucks so if you realy want a 160 consider it a test. if it doesnot work then try a 180.

i would suggest tracking gas mileage before and after the 160.

the car will not stay at 160 and to be most effective you want to recalibrate the fan turn on/off temps as well.

my engine does run about 10 degrees cooler with the 180 degree stat vs the stock 195 stat.

[dmw319]

i run 160. no SES, no problems. *thumbs up*

[Little G]

I have an 02 and I got a code and it caused my temp gauge to stop working. The only way to fix it is with tuning software to delete the code.

g

[shenanigans]

Originally posted by dmw319:
i run 160. no SES, no problems. *thumbs up*

when I researched there was mixed feelings about 160* stat and '00. I am running one on my '00 no problem.

You can fix it on '01-'02 just like little G said but if you search I think other people figured out how t do it with something else.

[ezrollin]

160* F Murphy (cheap ****) from Oreilly's
on 2k2
never an SES light
though the Murphy does stick alot, maybe just a bad batch?

[REDLiNE]

160 here as well, no problems love it :)

[Dominic]

If you run a 160 and have a problem, I can send a resistor to put in your IAT (18KOhm resistor) that will fix the problem. $1 to cover postage and it's yours. I have to use the resistor to make mine work right [img]smile.gif[/img]

[ezrollin]

i got $hit loads of 18k ohm resistors.
dont need 1

[Chris Camaro]

my 2000 3.8 has a 180 stock, if i replace it with a hypertech 180 degree thermostat, is it gonna be any different?

[98Camaro3.8]

Originally posted by Chris Camaro:
my 2000 3.8 has a 180 stock, if i replace it with a hypertech 180 degree thermostat, is it gonna be any different?

A) 180° is 180°. The manufacturer of the stat won't make a lick of difference.

B) You have a 195° thermostat. Get at least a 180°. [img]smile.gif[/img]

[BLLDOGG]

i have a 160 with no problems but yes, your fans wont come on sooner and so you wont run at 160*

[iGoRa]

I have a 160 for a while - no problems