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juniork
Dodge Dakota
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2/28/2002
12:24:36
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Which thermostat would be better for performance? Does either one have any advantages over the other?
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Dakker
Dodge Dakota
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2/28/2002
17:45:38
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I've often asked the same question but never got a reply.
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Geoff
GenIII
2/28/2002
18:04:51
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180, the 160's may set off the check engine light
Geoff
2000 3.9L RC Sport. Flame Red. 5-speed, 3.55, Airaid, Vortex Muffler, F&B 48mm TB, 180 T-Stat, Autolite 3923s, IAT Adjuster, Clear Corners, SS Grill Insert, JBA Plug Wires, Underdrive Crank Pulley. Hurst Shifter, Removed Clutch Fan, Sony CDX-MP450X MP3, Infinity Reference Speakers
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jonathan
Dodge Dakota
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2/28/2002
19:29:43
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My 160 has officially now been on 1 week and no light coming on... and the engine gauge hasnt shown above 160 degrees whether idling, racing it, or dogging it from red light to red light. She seems to love running at such a low temperature... me and my buddies philosophy is the cooler the engine is running, the cooler the air it'll suck in. Works well enough so far..
jonathan
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CW
GenIII
2/28/2002
19:56:31
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jonathan: The 2001s are more sesitive than the older ones.
2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm throttle body, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat. Electric fan Convertion, HO cams installed.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.
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teamfast
Dodge Dakota
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3/01/2002
01:35:56
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Im under the assumption if you live in a
northern climate, a 160 stat will be too cold
especially in winter. The engine has to be at a
normal operating temp to run efficiently. Now if
you live in Cali. thats another story...
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oetkenjc
R/T
3/01/2002
07:02:25
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Ok... I'll make sure I dont use such harsh words in front of 01's and 02's... I didnt mean it
jonathan
Best Run: .520rt, 2.138 60foot, 15.041secs @ 89.44mph
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CW
GenIII
3/01/2002
09:19:29
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Yes don't use such harsh words around my truck. It doesn't like it ;) lol
2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm throttle body, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat. Electric fan Convertion, HO cams installed.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.
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Joe E.
Dodge Dakota
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3/01/2002
15:57:07
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Hi guys, another question.
My 1990 Dak. headers, ignition, intake, free exhaust, etc. I want a T-stat. I live in south Fla where it gets 98-99 easy. And only in the low 60s at the coldest. Should I go with a 160 deg T-Stat? Thanks.
Joe E.
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CW
GenIII
3/01/2002
19:58:33
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180s make the most hp. 160 unless supercharged and NOS is really to cold.
2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm throttle body, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat. Electric fan Convertion, HO cams installed.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.
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Joe E.
Dodge Dakota
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3/01/2002
23:12:33
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Thanks CW! Ill get one of those this weekend. Do they really make a difference? I understand your engine will run cooler but can you feel it? Ill do it anyways because it could help my Dak. Thanks again.
Joe E.
ps= what does the stock T-Stat temp. rating at?
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oetkenjc
R/T
3/01/2002
23:16:33
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195 I think
jonathan
Best Run: .520rt, 2.138 60foot, 15.041secs @ 89.44mph
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CW
GenIII
3/01/2002
23:51:32
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195 yep. Don't really know if you will feel anything. Every little bit helps.
2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm throttle body, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat. Electric fan Convertion, HO cams installed.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.
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Joe E.
Dodge Dakota
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3/03/2002
13:05:42
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Well, I am not really thinking I will fell a difference. But I am hoping that it does MAKE a difference. With the way our Daks run and stay cool. I put in the 180 deg T-Stat this morning. Got the Stat-heavy duty one. It did visually look better. All went well. Tell ya how it feels later. Thanks
Joe E.
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LI Blackdak
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
02:49:06
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if 180s make it run better then why dont they come stock. same for cold air intake...if it adds hp, why doesnt it come stock??
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CW
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3/04/2002
09:04:20
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Emissions, NVH (Noise harshness and vibration) and drivability.
2001 RC 4.7 5sp 9.25" 3.92 LSD
Ported 68mm throttle body, IAT adjuster, 3" flowmaster cat back, TPS @ .76V, 4" cold air, Roadmaster active suspention, Removed Third cat. Electric fan Convertion, HO cams installed.
Working on adjustable fuel pressure with return.
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drtswinger
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
09:25:21
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so a 160 is benificial to a supercharged engine. I live in Texas and although the weather is weird right now, its gonna be getting hot. thanks.
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Joe E.
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
18:21:52
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Hey guys, I installed a 180 deg T-Stat sunday morning. Then in the afternoon, I went out with my Dad to do some gator scoping. We were out on local dikes checking the gators out and my truck started to run rough! I was traveling around 20 mph and running about 700 RPMs. As soon as I tried to brake, my engine would die! It always started right up and ran fine as long as I kept the RPMs up. But as soon as they droped, off went the engine. Wierd. But because I installed the new T-Stat, it has me wondering. Any help. Thanks
Joe E.
Olso, when I got to a highway on the way home, Dak ran like a charm, no problem. Even when stoping in town at lights!? Go figure.
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LI Blackdak
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
18:37:57
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ok i just got a 180 tstat from jet and i was just wondering....HOW THE HELL DO I INSTALL IT???
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Joe E.
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
23:20:27
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On my 90', the T-stat was right on the top of the (intake manifold?)/engine and the bottom of the upper radiator hose. Just drain some of the coolant out of the radiator, be careful, it kills grass and animals if they drink it. Take the upper radiator hose off. Where it connected to the engine, your t stat will most likely be. 2 screws hold the water neck on, unbolt them and the stat comes right out. Yours may be a bit different but the sme concept applies. Good Luck
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