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03-03-2021, 08:21 PM

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The thermostat sets the minimum operating temperature, while the cooling system capacity sets the maximum. Leaving the thermostat out means your engine could run too cool - contributing to increased engine wear (yes, there's research to support that) and, arguably, oil never getting hot enough to drive moisture out.

If you're at all concerned, get a high flow thermostat. That's what I have - 180°F.

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