12-01-2021, 08:54 PM | #1 |
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Thermostat for track usage
I've done some searching, now it's time to ask. In my HPDE track vehicle I've got a 495 HP LS3 crate engine. Previous owner installed a 160 degree t-stat. I'd like to move up to the 180 (or so) range. Who makes a good quality thermostat?
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12-01-2021, 10:13 PM | #2 |
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I run the Mishimoto 168 good thermostat kinda pricey though. An you do have to adjust the tune.
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12-02-2021, 08:26 AM | #3 |
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Mishi here as well... 169
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12-02-2021, 08:56 AM | #4 |
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Mishi 169 here as well.
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12-02-2021, 12:46 PM | #5 |
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Mishimoto 169 here as well, in HDPE and canyon runs, car stays nice and cool, doesnt exceed 190 coolant temp.
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12-02-2021, 02:15 PM | #6 |
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A bigger 4 core aluminum radiator is helpful as well.
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12-02-2021, 11:29 PM | #7 |
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Thanks for the info but I'm looking for a stat that is in the 180 degree area. Cool AZ mornings (30s) and my current 160 degree t-stat result in a fairly long warm-up period. During a 20 min HPDE session coolant temp stays around 200 F or so. I looked at the Mishi website and it seems they don't carry a 180* unit. I found a Lingenfelter 180 in the Summit catalogue but I read they are made by Motorad. I may just go with an AC Delco unit available at O'Reilly's.
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12-03-2021, 07:12 AM | #8 |
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If memory serves correct, the factory is a 186° stat.
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12-03-2021, 08:35 AM | #9 | |
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01-20-2022, 09:45 PM | #11 |
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https://sdparts.com/i-24080554?q=180+thermostat+
Scoggin-Dickey 180 that I run. Not too cool & not too hot. Going down the road, the engine will run about 185.
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01-21-2022, 01:41 AM | #12 |
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I wound up going with a Murray/Motorad 187* unit. Didn't have very many choices since my stat/housing/water pump is the EARLY one piece style. Temps now seem to stay right around 200-205 degrees. I've got another track weekend coming up so I'll continue monitoring temps.
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