Need A 160 Deg. Thermostat!

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Aug 1, 2004 | 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by moregrip

I was reading HP books LS1/LS6 perf. and it stated that 168 degrees was the min temp that would allow the thermostat to close completely. they uased an 1/8" brass ferrule filed down to .090 inch to acheive this

Is this a tubing ferrule? I can play around with it and come up with something.

Has anyone done a mod on the '04 yet? Got pictures?

Aug 1, 2004 | 10:51 AM

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yep, tubing ferrule, is this on your 04? if it is this process might not be the same as the
03>.

Aug 1, 2004 | 01:16 PM

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will the o4 thermostat fit a 2003 5.3 motor just wondering

Aug 5, 2004 | 12:27 AM

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just an fyi, SLP has it for $19.95. 03rado - the 04 will not fit an 03, unless it has the later version waterpump/thermo housing.

Thermostat, 160º LS1 2004 GTO/Corvette

These low-temp thermostats dramatically reduce your engine’s operating temperatures, improving performance and extending component longevity. They’re easy to install and fit all 2004 GTO and Corvette applications.

P/N:100228 Thermostat, 160º LS1 2004 GTO/Corvette SHIPPING CHARGE TO SHIP ONE OF P/N: 100228 VIA UPS GROUND $7.95

http://www.slponline.com/view_produc...TNUMBER=100228