Only backwards in the sense that the t-stat is on the intake side (bottom)
of the water pump, not on the output side. You still install the t-stat
according to the directions... direction being temp bulb always towards
motor regardless of intake or output.
Gary
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ronald Wong" <ron-wong@home.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 5:54 PM
Subject: DML: RE: ATTN: Bernd
I think it has been determined that the 4.7's work better with the platinum
plugs (4417's). As for the t-stat, on magnum engines the optimal coolant
temperature is 183º. That's why people change out to the 180. Whether
that's true for the 4.7 or not I can't tell you. I can tell you, 1) if
you're going to change it, use a Robertshaw; 2) it's a bitch to change it on
4.7's; 3) the t-stat is installed backwards from the way the packaging says
to install it (that's because the 4.7's t-stat input is different than the
3.9's and 5.9's.). Pay attention to #2, you've been warned.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Arnoldo Silva
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 3:42 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: ATTN: Bernd
will changing the plugs to the infamous 3924s and changing my t-stat to
the 180 help to give more power to my 4.7?
thanks in advance
arnold
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