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Js2fst · 04-08-2016, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 1KillerSS

Just because there only 25 bucks, doesn't mean you should do it. Is the OP having cooling issues? Without starting an argument, there are a bunch of reasons why you really don't want to or need to. Do some research on it, and you will have your answers.

If $25 is out of your budget I understand but don't knock it unless you have tried it now with turbos I would do everything possible too cool off the heat from turbos. And try protecting my oil to make motor last as long as possible But that is me

Unavowed · 04-08-2016, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Js2fst

You can add more timing as if had 2 more points of octane. The motor runs cooler allowing denser air. The ambient temps are lower.

Really? Interesting..

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Originally Posted by Js2fst

If $25 is out of your budget I understand but don't knock it unless you have tried it now with turbos I would do everything possible too cool off the heat from turbos. And try protecting my oil to make motor last as long as possible But that is me

A thermostat can keep turbos cooler too? Tell me more!

hammdo · 04-08-2016, 11:22 PM

Well, I have the 160* thermostat and while it opened sooner to help cooling, once the engine hit its temp, TStat is out of the picture -- now some may allow more flow, but larger Radiator (if boosted like I am) and a larger heat EX with high flow intercooler pump really help.

I also did a 70% distilled, 30% concentrated dexcool mix with Water Wetter to aid the engine and super charger cooling -- that helped a ton.

If you drag race, the Meziere may help, but I've not done that. I'll know more in the summer, but I can tell you, I notice higher engine temps (idling in 118* ambient heat will get your attention for sure!) before I did these changes so, we'll see what happens this year...

-Don

Nighthawk89 · 04-09-2016, 01:20 AM

I ordered my SLP 160 from RDP the other day and just opened the box!. I run my car pretty hard thru the canyons and although my HB runs pretty damn cool i figured what the hell! Plus it isn't My DD. Got my Civic and Optima for that ;].

Unreal · 04-09-2016, 08:37 AM

If your car runs over 160F then the T-stat isn't doing anything. Just making the car take longer to warm up. If the car is at 170, or 180, or anything about, it is just fully open. A 160 T-stat is just a waste of money and adds to engine wear. Even if you had a cooling system to make the car run at T-stat temp, you wouldn't want your car at 160F. That is not warm enough.

Nighthawk89 · 04-09-2016, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Unreal

If your car runs over 160F then the T-stat isn't doing anything. Just making the car take longer to warm up. If the car is at 170, or 180, or anything about, it is just fully open. A 160 T-stat is just a waste of money and adds to engine wear. Even if you had a cooling system to make the car run at T-stat temp, you wouldn't want your car at 160F. That is not warm enough.

It's hard to determine which is accurate. I've got a total of 6 companies including 4 extremely well known tuners who all recommend a 160 therm and then there is maybe a dozen of people who say don't run it.

Unreal · 04-09-2016, 01:42 PM

What temp does your car run at? If it is over your current T-stat, then this won't help, the cooling system will limit temp. If you want a lower temp, run a 180 not a 160.

Tuners/shops love to sell parts that have little to no effect. Just like trunion upgrades.

Jeff_SS · 04-09-2016, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Unreal

What temp does your car run at? If it is over your current T-stat, then this won't help, the cooling system will limit temp. If you want a lower temp, run a 180 not a 160.

Tuners/shops love to sell parts that have little to no effect. Just like trunion upgrades.

Lol!

2010SSRSM6 · 04-09-2016, 02:53 PM

Wow.......I'm so glad some of you aren't working on my car.

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Nighthawk89 · 04-09-2016, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010SSRSM6

Wow.......I'm so glad some of you aren't working on my car.

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Nighthawk89 · 04-09-2016, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff_SS

Lol!

Jeff, is that a childhood photo

2010SSRSM6 · 04-09-2016, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Nighthawk89

Jeff, is that a childhood photo

Jeff_SS · 04-09-2016, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Nighthawk89

Jeff, is that a childhood photo

Yes back when I rocked princess kitty shirts.

Js2fst · 04-10-2016, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Unreal

What temp does your car run at? If it is over your current T-stat, then this won't help, the cooling system will limit temp. If you want a lower temp, run a 180 not a 160.

Tuners/shops love to sell parts that have little to no effect. Just like trunion upgrades.

My old c-5 had one at 138 k miles it did 558 rwhp and was ran very hard when we had it the next had a put a bottle on it and 187 k miles maybe he should pull thermostat so motor doesn't wear out to fast

04-08-2016, 11:22 PM	#17
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,709 View My Garage	Well, I have the 160* thermostat and while it opened sooner to help cooling, once the engine hit its temp, TStat is out of the picture -- now some may allow more flow, but larger Radiator (if boosted like I am) and a larger heat EX with high flow intercooler pump really help. I also did a 70% distilled, 30% concentrated dexcool mix with Water Wetter to aid the engine and super charger cooling -- that helped a ton. If you drag race, the Meziere may help, but I've not done that. I'll know more in the summer, but I can tell you, I notice higher engine temps (idling in 118* ambient heat will get your attention for sure!) before I did these changes so, we'll see what happens this year... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

04-09-2016, 08:37 AM	#19
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	If your car runs over 160F then the T-stat isn't doing anything. Just making the car take longer to warm up. If the car is at 170, or 180, or anything about, it is just fully open. A 160 T-stat is just a waste of money and adds to engine wear. Even if you had a cooling system to make the car run at T-stat temp, you wouldn't want your car at 160F. That is not warm enough. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

04-09-2016, 01:42 PM	#21
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	What temp does your car run at? If it is over your current T-stat, then this won't help, the cooling system will limit temp. If you want a lower temp, run a 180 not a 160. Tuners/shops love to sell parts that have little to no effect. Just like trunion upgrades. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

04-09-2016, 02:53 PM	#23
2010SSRSM6 Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 6,553 View My Garage	Wow.......I'm so glad some of you aren't working on my car. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION......again......

04-09-2016, 01:20 AM	#18
Nighthawk89 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2Ss M6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,013	I ordered my SLP 160 from RDP the other day and just opened the box!. I run my car pretty hard thru the canyons and although my HB runs pretty damn cool i figured what the hell! Plus it isn't My DD. Got my Civic and Optima for that ;].