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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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has anyone fitted one of the early opening thermostats??? they open at around 75c??? did you notice any differance?
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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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You will notice that the engine doesn't get to proper operating temperature at all at winter.
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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 03:11 PM
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I've run an 82° Thermostat in mine for years now with no adverse effects. Certainly does help it stay cool.
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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 04:05 PM
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As Christian said above!
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Old Mar 14, 2008 | 04:18 PM
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