T stat for 351w

[hankjr]

Any specific temp thermostat to use on a 351w with exploder EFI? I've read about the 1/8" hole at 12 o clock. Interestingly enough, I came across the one that came out of the donor and it had a little ball check at the 12 o'clock spot.

Thx

Hank

 

[Crush]

195* is pretty much standard fuel injection and modern engine tstat rating

 

[sykanr0ng]

195 degree for the Ford EFI
I would get a RobertShaw, very high quality, very reliable and consistent.
I know WH carries them, Summit Racing also.

 

[Broncobowsher]

No need for extra holes, just slows down the warm up.
Stock mustang is my pick.

 

[tasker]

use the factory Ford 192 degree....had all kinds of problems using the 180. runs steady all the time now. I know a guy that could get you one too!

 

[Broncomt]

The 1/8" hole is for ease of bleeding. You can buy thermostats with the hole already in them. Has nothing to do with cooling.

 

[Broncobowsher]

Most thermostats will have a weep hole. Not an actual hole, just a nip or kink to let the air bleed. 1/8" is massive, no need for that much hole. Air bleeds through small holes pretty fast.

 

[hankjr]

Thx for all the feedback. I found a new 195 in my box of parts. Will simply start there

Hank