is using a 180 thermostat ok?
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Asked by gmc24 Mar 06, 2011 at 10:30 AM about the 1992 GMC Sierra 1500 K1500 4WD Extended Cab SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

after taking out 195 and using 180 truck sounds quieter??any reason???

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98DAK answered 13 years ago

Using a 180 is fine in older vehicles. I wouldnt use one in a 2000 and up, because the computer expects to see the factory installed temperature value, or it will kick on the engine light. As far as being quieter, i'm not too sure this has anything to do with it. Please award points if this helps

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