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Winter Front?
Anybody using a winter front grille cover. If so what kind. Also I have seen ads for the 205 thermostat. Is it a good investment or not. I'm getting ready to change antifreeze and add a remote filter. Just trying to get all my ducks together and do it all at one time.
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The 203° thermostat is standard equipment on '95's, and is supposed to help you get slightly better mpg's. When I first bought my truck, it had a 185° thermostat in it, so when it needed to be replaced, I went with the 203° model. There is noticeably warmer air coming from the heater now.
There are a number of winter fronts available, though I don't live in a climate that requires one. If I did, I'd have one made like this one. It was custom made for about $40, which is about the same price as some of the plastic inserts would cost.
There are a number of winter fronts available, though I don't live in a climate that requires one. If I did, I'd have one made like this one. It was custom made for about $40, which is about the same price as some of the plastic inserts would cost.
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I run a Cloud Rider "all season" stainless grille insert in my truck. It doesn't restrict all that much airflow, but, it sure does make a difference compared to not having anything in there.
I'm still undecided as to wether I'm going to get a full blown winter front for it or not, 15F this morning and it warmed up pretty dang quick, and stayed nice and warm. We'll see once I start dealing with -20... LOL
As for the T-stat, the 205 degree will make a very large difference in the heat if you have a 185 in there. I'm unsure what's in mine, but, it sure makes good heat.
http://www.cloud-rider.com/screens_s...y&vhcl_yr=2000
Prices are in Canadian $, click on a price and it'll convert it.
And, my truck:
I'm still undecided as to wether I'm going to get a full blown winter front for it or not, 15F this morning and it warmed up pretty dang quick, and stayed nice and warm. We'll see once I start dealing with -20... LOL
As for the T-stat, the 205 degree will make a very large difference in the heat if you have a 185 in there. I'm unsure what's in mine, but, it sure makes good heat.
http://www.cloud-rider.com/screens_s...y&vhcl_yr=2000
Prices are in Canadian $, click on a price and it'll convert it.
And, my truck:
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I have the same grill cover as 82f100, looks sharp. Got it in Alaska and haven't seen many around like it. I leave it on year round. Got a lot of looks/questions as to where I got it while driving from AK through Canada.
I did the same thing last fall when changing fluids, changed the thermostat. Make sure to check coolant with the Fleetguard strips.
I did the same thing last fall when changing fluids, changed the thermostat. Make sure to check coolant with the Fleetguard strips.
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what's the pro's and con's of going from 185* and 205* thermostats?
Diesel engines thrive on heat, and an engine that's fully warmed up will outperform one that isn't. The higher temp thermostat enables the engine to run at a more efficient temperature.
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Originally Posted by Quadzilla
Those that have retrofitted their trucks to accept the 203° thermostat have found that their mpg has improved slightly, and the truck runs better/stronger, slightly.
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