Re: 180 thermostat; cold plugs

From: Michael Clark (mike@snakebite.com)
Date: Tue Apr 08 1997 - 23:13:30 EDT


Andre Mauboussin wrote:
> I have gone one heat range colder on the spark plugs and to the 180
> thermostat and the pinging is STILL there under prolonged hard
> accelleration (2-3seconds+). I just throw in 2-3 gallons 105 octane
> racing unleaded when I go to the track. The computer appears to be going
> into closed loop when warm like it should. No codes or driveability
> probs experienced. The engine now stays on the first notch after the C
> on the temp guage unless in prolonged stop and go traffic. Take care
>
> Andre

I think I'll give the 180 a try, time to replace the hoses also so I'll
do it all at once.

I did not know that plugs had heat ranges. Does this mean they do not
get as hot? How do you tell what the heat range is? Please excuse my
anoying questions but this is news to me :-]

Thanks,

-- 
Michael Clark           mike@snakebite.com
93, LE, 2wd, reg. cab, SWB
5.2, Auto, Mk III
MP SBEC, K&N FIPK



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