On Sun, 5 Dec 1999, nosdakota wrote:
> > If i get a Mopar computer for my 98
> > dak. With these computers do i have to use a 180 t-stat? I thought i
> > remembered somebody saying that you didn't have to. The reason why im
> > reluctant to use the t-stat is beause i want to Get roller rockers. And
> they
> > usually lower oil temps by 10-15 degrees.
> > Im thinking it might run too cold.(open loop.) Any advice?
>
>
> I would recomend using the 180 stat. Being that the stat doesn't open until
> near 180 it won't allow the truck to run much cooler regardless of the
> slightly cooler oil temp. Besides, if you find the truck running cooler than
> you want you can always change the stat again, It's easier and cheaper than
> replacing the an engine that was pinged to death.
> Joe W.
> 87 Shelby Charger 13.9
> 98 Dakota 13.1
Agreed. The 180 isn't going to be enough to make the truck run in
open loop. 160 perhaps, but you shouldn't have a problem with the 180.
BTW: Don't the Magnum engines already have roller rockers?
-Jon-
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