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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 06:41 PM
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Ok car is now at 188000kms.....so I am thinking that it is time for a tune up. I would like to add some better electronics so does anyone have any advice. I know that I am going to go with 8.8 mm wires and colder plugs. As well I am going to get a cooler thermosat. If there is anything else feel free to give it to me
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:10 PM
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trany cooler and dril the stat
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:11 PM
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If you are going to drill the stat, only use it in the winter. Keep another 180 stat for the winter (not drilled)
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:13 PM
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oh and wrap your exhaust the ssei models tend to got very hot when moded and the wraps keep the under the hood temp down
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good point put it also depens on where he lives and how cold it gets
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:26 PM
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He lives in Windsor..it can get cold... :?

but for the summer the drilled stat is great
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:34 PM
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I should be able to get the stat at any car place eh?
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 07:35 PM
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Indeed I got mine at Canadian Tire for like 8 bones. Get the 180 you'll be pleased
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autozone for $10
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 10:48 PM
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why are you guys paying so much for the 180 thermostat? I just bought one today for $2.99?! (from autozone)
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