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Old 04-07-2005, 12:31 AM
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If I install a 170* thermostat on my 04 vert, what on/off temperatures do I set the fans at? I've heard it won't do any good to just install the thermostat without changing the fans. Short of buying "Predator", how do I get the temperatures changed?
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Well just about any hand held tuner will do it, LS1 edit, hptuner, or a professional tuner. But the cheapest way probably would be a mail order tune, one of the forum vendors does this but I forget which one. As far as temps I used whatever the lowest setting hypertech III had available but I have sold that and can not remember what the settings were. It worked nice for drag racing and keeping my engine at a consistant temp.
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Originally Posted by Last C5

If I install a 170* thermostat on my 04 vert, what on/off temperatures do I set the fans at? I've heard it won't do any good to just install the thermostat without changing the fans. Short of buying "Predator", how do I get the temperatures changed?
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With a 178 therm, have my fans set as follows:
1st on 191, off 183
2nd on 204, off 193
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I am selling my Vinci Fan Controller for C5 and Z06 Corvette since I now have LS1Edit and used that to change my fan settings on my 2004 C5. The fan controller lists for approx. $200+ plus shipping. I will sell you mine for $125 plus shipping. Its in excellent condition.
Old 04-09-2005, 12:14 PM
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Thanks guys, sounds like the LS1edit is the way I'm probably going to go.

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