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Originally Posted by benedict
Its gets hot down here in Australia and my car was always running in the 90C to 100C but changing to the 80C thermostat from the spec'd 85C, there really is little difference.
In the early mornings before it ramps up in temp outside, the thermostat opens up a bit earlier and will maintain the temp close to 80C on the guage but once the outside temp goes past 110F it makes no difference as the thermostat is fully open by this point and you are rellying on the condition of your radiator, viscous fan and thermo fans.
In winter the cars temp guage sits spot on 80C most of the time with the exception of a hill or bumper to bumper traffic but you will be down on power slightly on the N/A. With no turbo they run better when warmer - at least that is the case with mine.
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Thanks that is great to hear. I think I will do it, I currently live in a mild climate anyway up near Seattle, so it shoouldn't be a problem in the interim. I also live in a
very hilly area with a ton of traffic and stop lights, so I guess it could be good anyway.
I appreciate all the responses guys.