Removing thermostat - pro's and con's

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06-09-2008, 05:04 PM
STiR

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Originally Posted by DLO01

Not exactly sure with Spoon, but thought they were like Mugen thermostats/switch. Like fatboy said 80-90 water temp after engine.

Where are you taking your temp from ie. sensor location?

I'm taking it from the Power FC hand controller water temperature reading. Most of the time my gauge is only slightly above the cold line. I have EK9 radiator with B18CR. I'm guessing I need to put the standard thermostat back?
06-09-2008, 10:37 PM
fatboyz39

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Originally Posted by STiR

I'm taking it from the Power FC hand controller water temperature reading. Most of the time my gauge is only slightly above the cold line. I have EK9 radiator with B18CR. I'm guessing I need to put the standard thermostat back?

Yes stock thermostat and stock fan switch :thumbsup:. Then get it retune.
06-09-2008, 10:47 PM
dsp26

^^^yep finally took mine off.. actually 'feels' better and my car warms up quicker.

FYI supercheap sell the Triton oem replacement ones for around $20 and come in 87*,90* and 92* just look at the part number it'll end with one of those 2 digits for their entire range of thermos
07-09-2008, 11:10 AM
fatboyz39

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Originally Posted by dsp26

^^^yep finally took mine off.. actually 'feels' better and my car warms up quicker.

FYI supercheap sell the Triton oem replacement ones for around $20 and come in 87*,90* and 92* just look at the part number it'll end with one of those 2 digits for their entire range of thermos

Best would to fit Honda OEM thermostat. There about $35-$45 new.
07-09-2008, 11:16 AM
bennjamin

like most if not ALL parts - OEM honda is best. Even for worked applications :)

Dont scamp on something simple that will last for a few good years.
13-09-2008, 06:13 PM
KLA80T

need help.... Had an accident a few months ago just got it back from panel beater who just fixed the panels and installed a new radiator... When I got it back I just realised that i need to replace the aircon hose, aircon fan and radiator fan...

I replaced it all but I have no idea why the radiator fan is still not working.... the temp on the dash is at 45% - 50 % which is what it was before the accident.

I am going to change the thermostat tommorow but i'm not sure if it will fix the problem... do you guys think it could be electrical....?

radiator is working, aircon not attempted to turn on yet as i may need to re gas it first... help!

I also checked all the wires which seems to be all connected ok as well as the fuse.

Honda integra LS, stock b18a
13-09-2008, 09:26 PM
tekung89

KLA80T bro u prob have the same problem as me. the radiator fan isnt working yeh? and even at Operating temperature it doesnt kick in?, try turning on the aircon. if both fan works it means u have a wiring problem or the thermoswitch near the thermostat is broken. if the radiator fan doesnt go off then u have a broken fan
14-09-2008, 03:46 AM
KLA80T

thanks tekung89... I'm hoping its not the fan as I just bought them yesterday. Anyway, as I said I'll be replacing the thermostat and check the thermoswitch (where abouts can I find it? what does it look like?) I Think I tried turning the aircon as well but both fans where still not working.... hmm... let you know if it works with the thermostat and switch... i have the feeling that it could be wiring.....thanks man!

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