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Old 06-06-2017, 05:47 AM   #9
JayG
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Originally Posted by NewArt View Post
A low temp t-stat opens at a lower temperature. In my experience, I have found no difference in the final operating temperature of the system (according to the gauge) once the car has completely warmed up, with or without the low temperature thermostat.
That's because the operating temp is the same regardless of which thermostat is used. As you stated, it just opens at a lower temp, so the coolant starts to circulate sooner.
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