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Eep	09-07-02 06:57 PM

thermostat install?

I did a search for it and didnt find any howto or anything, is this something I should be trying myself? I heard from a few poeple that it takes about an hour and its pretty easy.. so does anyone have any steps/pictures? hehe

thanks
nick

jspecracer7

09-07-02 07:14 PM

go to the filler neck. 3 10mm bolts are holding it in place. If something's in your way so that you can't get to any of the bolts, move it. Pull out old thermostat. Put in new one. It can be held in place with silicone sealant. Installation is in reverse.:D

Eep	09-07-02 11:37 PM

installed it, was really easy and didnt take long at all, car is running alot better now, also what should the water temp be normally?

thanks
nick

Tom93R1

09-08-02 01:43 AM

Anywhere from 85C on the low side to 110C on the high depending on ambient temps and driving style. If you are getting above 110C then it is probably a good idea to turn the heat on full blast to cool off a bit.

jspecracer7

09-08-02 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Eep
installed it, was really easy and didnt take long at all, car is running alot better now, also what should the water temp be normally?

thanks
nick

According to what measuring device? With the PFC, I noticed that it was always reading higher than my defi h20 gauge. But pretty much, what tom93R1 said...

If you have a PFC, fans come on at 100 and 105 FYI..

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