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Old 12-16-2016, 08:32 AM   #10
grc0456
2003 Base 5-speed
 
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Originally Posted by Smallblock454 View Post
How old is your thermostat and water pump?

I noticed that my car warms up much faster since i've replaced thermostat, water pump and cooling fluid (all were OEM from factory - so 13 years old). I think the thermostates get fatigue and stay longer open.

I did go with a normal temperature thermostat and an water pump with a metal impeller. Yes everybody hates me now, but i know what i'm doing and why i've done it. Also i know that there are different metal impeller water pumps for different engines. So just hate me.

Regards, Markus


Not to rile the board up, Markus, but what are thoughts surrounding this choice?


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