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Thermostat Choice
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mbidwell |
05-18-2020 @ 9:21 AM
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I’m working on rebuilding a 59 AB engine and went to order thermostats and see that most everybody offers both a 160 and a 180 degree thermostat. Any thoughts or ideas on which to choose? I’m in Asheville, so not too hot and not too cold. Thanks!
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JayChicago |
05-18-2020 @ 9:54 AM
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Either is OK. 160 was original equipment. But I think most experts today would say that running the engine that cool is not the best for fuel combustion, or for burning off moisture and oil fume contaminants. I think 180 is the better choice. Keep in mind that the thermostat only sets the low point of your engine running temperature. A lower-temp thermostat will not help keep you running cooler on a hot day. On a hot day every thermostat will be wide open, and the limiting factors will be your radiator, fan, water pumps, etc.
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mbidwell |
05-18-2020 @ 10:07 AM
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Thanks!
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FordFreak |
05-18-2020 @ 10:14 AM
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I run 180's in mine , as I believe most guys do .
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51woodie |
05-18-2020 @ 4:07 PM
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I initially put 160's in my '46, 59AB, but found it ran too cold. I installed 180's, and that is as hot as it gets while driving, and doesn't go above that, even in slow traffic.
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