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ariZona28 · 12-01-2021, 08:54 PM

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?

olblue75 · 12-01-2021, 10:13 PM

I run the Mishimoto 168 good thermostat kinda pricey though. An you do have to adjust the tune.

1JEWLDSSRS · 12-02-2021, 08:26 AM

Mishi here as well... 169

Ashen 6.2 · 12-02-2021, 08:56 AM

Mishi 169 here as well.

SSEssence · 12-02-2021, 12:46 PM

Mishimoto 169 here as well, in HDPE and canyon runs, car stays nice and cool, doesnt exceed 190 coolant temp.

olblue75 · 12-02-2021, 02:15 PM

A bigger 4 core aluminum radiator is helpful as well.

ariZona28 · 12-02-2021, 11:29 PM

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.

Black_SS10 · 12-03-2021, 07:12 AM

If memory serves correct, the factory is a 186° stat.

Ashen 6.2 · 12-03-2021, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by ariZona28

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.

Sorry - I completely missed that part..

CamaroCracka · 12-03-2021, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ariZona28

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.

I run the SLP 160 in the Camaro, but I ran PN 19161951 in my 02 Silverado and I seem to remember finding out it was made by Motorad. Lingenfelter generally has pretty good stuff.

rdavis · 01-20-2022, 09:45 PM

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.

ariZona28 · 01-21-2022, 01:41 AM

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.

12-01-2021, 08:54 PM	#1
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,225	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? __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

12-01-2021, 10:13 PM	#2
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,064	I run the Mishimoto 168 good thermostat kinda pricey though. An you do have to adjust the tune. __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

12-02-2021, 08:26 AM	#3
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,435	Mishi here as well... 169 __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

12-02-2021, 08:56 AM	#4
Ashen 6.2 Drives: 2014 Camaro Z/SS Join Date: May 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,993 View My Garage	Mishi 169 here as well. __________________ 2014 Camaro SS L99, Ashen Grey w/Black Leather - Build thread - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=491561 Mods - GPI 416 w/Custom Grind Cam, Ported Heads & Tuned by Ben, Mag Heartbeat, ZL1 Fuel Pump & DSX Aux Pump, NW 103 TB, FIC 1650's, Alky Meth, Circle D 3600 Triple Disc, RPM 5” CAI, Kooks Headers, Solo Cat Back, Viking Coil Overs & all the BMR Goodies in the rear, Zl1 3.23 Diff, DSS Axles, Gulfcoast Driveshaft, Hendrix Offset Diff Bushings, AFE Solid Subframe Bushings, 875HP/843TQ 5FDP

12-02-2021, 12:46 PM	#5
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,802 View My Garage	Mishimoto 169 here as well, in HDPE and canyon runs, car stays nice and cool, doesnt exceed 190 coolant temp. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

12-02-2021, 02:15 PM	#6
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,064	A bigger 4 core aluminum radiator is helpful as well. __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

12-02-2021, 11:29 PM	#7
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,225	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. __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

12-03-2021, 07:12 AM	#8
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	If memory serves correct, the factory is a 186° stat. __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.

01-20-2022, 09:45 PM	#11
rdavis Drives: 2012 SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Lubbock Texas Posts: 121	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. __________________ 2012 2SS/RS 6speed, Howards asa cam on 113lsa Stainless works LT's, NPP exhaust, Z28 Cai, 3.91 gears. Tuned by Blue Thunder 2 racing Lubbock Texas.

01-21-2022, 01:41 AM	#12
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,225	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. Attached Images __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.