What temperature thermostat 00 SOHC 4.0

[bubspc]

Hi will engine run normal at 180 deg t-stat or is 192 deg t-stat only to run engine normal? 107k miles, I remove t-stats out of my other 70 and 80 vehicles gas and diesels, 120 deg plus soon here, thanks

 

[MazdaGreg]

192/195 will be the correct temp. If you pull your thermostat, expect your truck to get worse mileage, premature wear on the Catalytic Converter.

Not a good idea. If you start overheating this summer, find the culprit. Radiator / Fan Clutch / etc... Truck should have no issue keeping cool.

 

[gijoecam]

Ditto. 195 is stock. There should never be a need to pull the thermostat out of any engine in a street vehicle. (Drag racers do it, but they're only running them for a minute at a clip)

-Joe

 

[CDW6212R]

The 95 and newer Fords have better cooling systems. Unless you alter something, it should keep itself at the proper temperature easily. You can drop to a 180 thermostat for a little cooler running, for your peace of mind if you like.

 

[ZBlackBeast]

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