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02-23-2008, 09:45 PM
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this is probably a stupid question but how would i go about installing a 180* stat on my Bonnie and what'* the best one available to do the trick?
02-23-2008, 09:57 PM
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actually i guess what i really wanna know is....
what'* the added benefiets of putting a 180* stat in compared to stock
02-23-2008, 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Danthurs
It will lower your engine temp helping to reduce KR.
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Originally Posted by Danthurs
It will lower your engine temp helping to reduce KR.
02-23-2008, 10:50 PM
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Rubber hoses and O-rings will last longer.
Engine bay will be cooler.
For every 10*F drop in intake air temp you will realize a 1% increase in HP. A hotter engine will heat up the intake air a bit traveling thru the intake manifolds and heads.
Engine bay will be cooler.
For every 10*F drop in intake air temp you will realize a 1% increase in HP. A hotter engine will heat up the intake air a bit traveling thru the intake manifolds and heads.
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