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Originally Posted by Gumby
I run a 180 with a tiny burb hole in it.........
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+1.
180 degree is just right, add the 1/16" - 1/8" hole to prevent trapped air since a thermostat can't read air very well. It may also help the thermostat open sooner on a hot day since it allows cooler coolant to be displaced with warmer coolant a little faster.
Not trying to cause debate. I've just used 160 and 195 stats on different vehicles, never liked them much. There was usually some root cause that needed fixed that a different temp thermostat really didn't fix. For example, an overheating vehicle doesn't need a 160 degree stat, it needs the cooling system checked. And bad heat in the winter usually means a clogged heater core or stuck fan clutch, so a 195 isn't the right solution there either. But that's just my opinion... and we all know what opinions are like........