engine temp
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engine temp
Hey all I am new here lol i posted pics of my 92 what is the normal operating temp of the LT1Vette? I am going to chip mine and it requires a low temp thermostat but mine runs under 200 degrees now. I am wondering if it is already chipped LOL any suggestions?
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From: 1994 LT1 Coupe 6-speed with FX3 & 2000 LS1 Vert 6-Speed with F45 Hunterdon County, NJ
Stock thermostat is a 180.
Our 94, with new anti-freeze (50/50 old style green) and new thermostat (correct AC/Delco one with extra plate on bottom)
cruising along, A/C OFF, runs at 194 F (per the digital dash gauge) And about the same 194 F on the analog gauge.
However, temp can run up to 200 during hot months,
and sitting at a light or caught in traffic, it can go to 228 before primary (driver side) fan kicks on.
However, with the A/C on, it will tend to stay 194-200 F, regardless of air temps (as both fans are running).
Our 94, with new anti-freeze (50/50 old style green) and new thermostat (correct AC/Delco one with extra plate on bottom)
cruising along, A/C OFF, runs at 194 F (per the digital dash gauge) And about the same 194 F on the analog gauge.
However, temp can run up to 200 during hot months,
and sitting at a light or caught in traffic, it can go to 228 before primary (driver side) fan kicks on.
However, with the A/C on, it will tend to stay 194-200 F, regardless of air temps (as both fans are running).
