what degree thermostat is everyone running?
01-11-2012, 07:05 PM
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01-11-2012, 07:06 PM
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There CAN be some inaccuracy between the coolant temp sensor and the dash gauge.
I always verify using an infrared point and shoot thermometer pointed directly at the thermostat housing. That gets you close to the actual coolant temperature.
Don't want to be chasing a ghost.....test.
I always verify using an infrared point and shoot thermometer pointed directly at the thermostat housing. That gets you close to the actual coolant temperature.
Don't want to be chasing a ghost.....test.
01-11-2012, 07:13 PM
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I just changed mine yesterday and put in a 195. It's interesting though if you look on any of the auto parts store websites they show a 160, 180 or 195 thermostat option for the XJ so appearently there is some valid reason to use those.
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01-11-2012, 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by djb383
A 210 t-stat???????????????
01-11-2012, 07:45 PM
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We have been running a 180F t-stat for 2 years now. This time of year, the ScanGauge floats +/-180F-195F. Not so 6-7 months from now.
Any temp gauge that indicates 210 (or middle) year round is rigged if it's a factory gauge or broken if it's aftermarket.
Any temp gauge that indicates 210 (or middle) year round is rigged if it's a factory gauge or broken if it's aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by djb383
.......but u went back in with a 210???????
01-12-2012, 09:47 AM
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I'm just saying I've never heard of, or seen, a 210F t-stat......195F, 180F, 160F yes, but not a 210. That's a new one on me....learn something new everyday.