We do recommend them for better efficiency, driveability and repeatability of our tune.I spoke to Livernois about getting their tune and they mentioned changing out thermostat for a lower temp unit. Is anyone else installing a new thermostat with their tuners?
Hey Ernest, we were in the middle of testing when you got your tuner and intake. I was not going to tell you about something that I was not 100% edified on.They didn't mention one to me when I called in the order. But everything feels fine.
We are using our tstat on the Whipple build that we ha ve going on right now. It is a guard S550 PP....sooooo sexy!!!!Whipple kit came with lower stat.
We go down to 160° to avoid the fans from coming on and staying on for longer periods of time than what is considered ideal.Lund recommends a 170° as well.
Nope, 2 completely separate systems. Even with the freeze fire temps that we are having here in Michigan right now all of our cars run our 160° tstats!Good to know... Does the 160 affect the heater much if at all?
SWEET! Talk to you soon.Well good to know. I'll scoop one up when I order the wife's intake, thanks, love how strong it runs now......
No, you do not have to drain it, I would tell you to a tray or your engine cover to catch the run off. Other than that it is super straight forward.Do you have to drain the coolant system on these cars to do a 160 t-stat? Haven't done a t-stat swap on a Mustang yet...
Any install tips or walkthrough would be much appreciated!
http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/products/2011%252b-Ford-Mustang-%252b-Trucks-with-5.0-engines-Even%252dFlo-hi-performance-160-degree-thermostat.htmlDoes anyone have the part # for the lower thermostat or know where to purchase one?