Water pump longevity ????

[78F350]

Originally Posted by CN58

... and a 71C stat. The other question is ?? Will the 71C stat help bring the temp down a few degrees. Ran a 'little" warmer than I liked last summer.. Anybody got experience with the swap to a 71C stat ??

I don't think we discussed the 71C/160F Thermostat enough. Here's the reading assignment:
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/37198-engine-thermostat-low-temperature-begins-opening-160-deg-f.html
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/33593-why-i-installed-low-temp-thermostat.html
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/21309-low-temp-thermostats.html

[bwdz]

After reading this I am definitely going to change out my pump this spring (66k). This is why I love all the helpful people and experience on this board. Where do you guys order the T stat from?