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Old 07-08-2006, 11:10 PM
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Hi-Temp Thermostat

Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a higher temperature thermostat? Im curious as to whether or not it would be worthwhile, Radiator and its sytems are fine, just seems to run hotter than Im comfortable with

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Old 07-09-2006, 01:02 AM
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Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a higher temperature thermostat? Im curious as to whether or not it would be worthwhile, Radiator and its sytems are fine, just seems to run hotter than Im comfortable with
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Old 07-09-2006, 07:51 AM
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Ditto on the model and year.

I think you mean a lower temp thermostat. Understand that these cars run a little hot at low speed (stop & go traffic, at idle). If you install a lower temp thermostat, you're going to reduce the on-the-road temps, and adversely affect your fuel efficiency.
While excessive heat is a bad thing, lower temp is not necessarily a good thing.

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Old 07-09-2006, 08:09 AM
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Do not install a lower temp thermostat. It will do nothing to control the top end of the temp range, it only controls the min temp. Running cooler than the car is designed is not a good thing. If it really is running hot, your problem lies elsewhere.
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Old 07-09-2006, 10:51 AM
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ali is right. but you need to check and see what stat you have. it could be a wrong one. they make several ranges.

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Old 07-09-2006, 02:55 PM
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The model/year is a 89 560sl, your replies are appreciated as well as helpful, I never subscribed to the theory that any t-stat other than a factory spec one is required, just needed experienced advise from people who dont just drive Chevys (ha-ha) Again Thanks!
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Old 07-09-2006, 03:05 PM
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One application for using a higher temp thermostat is to help reduce emissions, in case your car is marginal and you have a smog test in your area.
O/W stick with the specified one (89C?)

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