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Topic The stock (high temp) T-stat is open at IIRC 190F. Porsche does not even turn on the fans... |
Radiator leak - pre-emptive maintenance time? AaronInIowa - Monday, 16 July, 2012, at 1:04:26 pm |
When I bring up the subject of a low temp t-stat to the Porsche techs they are aghast... MarcW - Monday, 16 July, 2012, at 3:05:23 pm |
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AaronInIowa
I have a right front radiator leak. Since I'm bringing my 62K 1998 986 in for radiator replacement I thought it would be a good time to install a low temp thermostat and maybe a couple other important parts that fail over time. I was thinking of having the mechanic put in a Vertex rebuilt water pump and front motor mount. Would this be wise or wasteful? Any other thoughts on good items to replace while this repair is happening? Thanks! Aaron
Re: When I bring up the subject of a low temp t-stat to the Porsche techs they are aghast... AaronInIowa - Monday, 16 July, 2012, at 3:43:44 pm |
The stock (high temp) T-stat is open at IIRC 190F. Porsche does not even turn on the fans... MarcW - Monday, 16 July, 2012, at 5:06:07 pm |
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AaronInIowa
Amazing info. The low temp t-stat begins opening at 160, but based on your data, there is no reason to suggest this will help reduce engine wear and could quite possibly do the opposite. Thanks! Based on the leak though, do you agree it would be worthwhile to replace tstat, water pump, and motor mount given vehicle age and history of a leak? I am concerned about the leak allowing air in the cooling system and prematurely aging my pump.
Can't you read the coolent temp from the climate control panel? Bruce In Philly (2000 S Boxster, now '09 C2S) - Wednesday, 18 July, 2012, at 6:06:43 pm |
Re: Can't you read the coolent temp from the climate control panel? MarcW - Wednesday, 18 July, 2012, at 7:58:46 pm |
I agree. Low-temp T-stat is a waste of money. *NM* Boxsterra - Monday, 16 July, 2012, at 6:28:54 pm |
I agree. I see three ranges for simplicity grant - Wednesday, 18 July, 2012, at 9:15:52 pm |