Thermostat or no stat

[v8killer]

Since the lsvtec/turbo is all hybrid , could someone give me an idea of
what temperature thermostat should be used. Im currently not running
one at all , and having a little trouble making any temperature at all
during our cold weather.
thanks

 

[NoJokE]

You should definitely get a thermostat in there. Get a stock one for an LS at your local auto parts store.

 

[JDMilan]

you can also get a lower temp thermo from your local auto store also, just as a option

 

[v8killer]

thanks guys , I had one from my old typr r motor , it put me at 160f to
175 degrees , depending on how hard i run it.
thanks.

 

[ALLJDM]

I know your problem is already solved, but I would ALWAYS run a thermostat in a vehicle. There are certain components that work at certain temperature ranges...

 

[jamesA]

Originally posted by JDMilan@Dec 19 2003, 12:29 AM
you can also get a lower temp thermo from your local auto store also, just as a option

Thats not advisable. Even though its' turbocharged the engine is built to run at max efficiency at a set temperature, lowering that temp will not keep the car as efficient.

 

[JDMilan]

my statement was intended to be another suitable option, I ran a lower temp thermostat for over a year in florida humidity, and had no problems, ran just fine if not a little better.