quote:Originally posted by LF - TP 2511:quote:What changes will I see by simply installing the correct 180 Cleveland thermostat?
Well, now when the engine has warmed up, the little hat on the proper stat will block off the water passage leading into the block - designed to quicken warmup leading to improved emisions - and all the water pushed by the water pump will now be flowing to the radiator, instead of just some of it. I would expect improved cooling, wouldn't you?
Good catch!
Larry
Thanks, yea, you know how is it when you buy a car, there are alot of unknowns until you just dig in and see for yourself. Actually I was hoping it had the wrong Tstat, or none. My BOSS302, although absolutely fresh when i bought it acted wierd in terms of temp. Car came from AZ, and it would run really cool, then the temp gauge would be all over the place. When I yanked the motor for detailing, I discovered it had no thermostat. Instant fix, the car never gets hot now, even in prolonged idle situations. Thanks