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Originally posted by jfikentscher
In the summer mine ('87) runs just over the 80 mark, but in the winter it usually does not get over the 60 mark. I must need a new thermostat. Probably it is stuck in the opem position.
Joe
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Joe, yep, that sounds a lot like a stuck (or at least defective) t-stat. ONLY use an OE or OEM t-stat (Wahler or Behr). It's a lot easier to replace if you pull the rubber intake snorkel out of the way (one clamp on each end holds it), and also the round sensor directly in front of the t-stat housing (this makes it 10x easier to R&R the t-stat, which only fits ONE way or you'll break the housing.) You'll want to do this ASAP, as running the car at 60C is causing excessive engine wear and reducing MPG. While you're at it, disable the EGR and ARV (search this forum for details on that).
HTH,