160 vs. 180 thermostat

[AirCowboy]

Exactly what is the benefit of a 160 thermostat?

Chris

[Brazen6.0]

non

[HORSEpower]

It has the potential to run cooler which on some cars works better. My mustang gets better gas mileage in the winter with a 160 degree thermostat, but most cars will get better gas mileage with a 180 or 195. If you want a better thermostat, Mr. Gasket makes a hi-flow in all temperature ranges that will help cool a lot better. Advance sells them, but you have to get the part number off the Mr. Gasket web site. They are $8.88. Whatever you do, don't buy a Stant thermostat. If you want a stock thermostat, get one from the dealer.

Kurt

[LSWon00]

So auto cars have trouble shifting if you run them too cold. And in the summer if you cant turn the fans on sooner the thermostat means dick.

[customcarmaker]

My truck actually runs quicker with a 160 thermostat. Its a 91 350 4 bolt main.