- 1. [TR] Balanced Thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: "Doug" <dougfr@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 11 Mar 2008 10:21:45 -0700
- I've been reading in a book on "Cooling 'System Basics" about the advantages of a 'Balanced' thermostat in auto system cooling. This especially applies to the ability of the thermostat to open easily
- /html/triumphs/2008-03/msg00268.html (7,544 bytes)
- 2. Re: [TR] Balanced Thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: "Nolan" <foxtrapper@aceweb.com>
- Date: Tue, 11 Mar 2008 14:14:31 -0400
- Really the thermostat only needs to open and close in response to temperature changes, not engine rpm. The big marketing claims for the balanced sleeve thermostat is the claims of phantom pressure pu
- /html/triumphs/2008-03/msg00270.html (8,093 bytes)
- 3. Re: [TR] Balanced Thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: "v6spitfireguy@cox.net" <v6spitfireguy@cox.net>
- Date: Tue, 11 Mar 2008 14:17:17 -0400
- I used one of these in my 40 Ford Triumph parts hauler (Ford 289, C4 auto, down flow 4 core aluminum radiator, engine driven flex fan, shrouded). I tried several brands, all with the same result. Th
- /html/triumphs/2008-03/msg00271.html (9,373 bytes)
- 4. Re: [TR] Balanced Thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: "Randall" <tr3driver@ca.rr.com>
- Date: Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:09:25 -0800
- RobertShaw 330-180 will fit TR3-6 (not sure about TR2, Spitfires, etc.). Also sold under the Prestone name (look for the part number). Also fits early Stags, but not the later ones with the 'foot' t
- /html/triumphs/2008-03/msg00278.html (7,830 bytes)
- 5. [TR] Balanced Thermostats (score: 1)
- Author: "Doug" <dougfr@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:43:58 -0700
- Thanks all for the heads-up on this piece. Seems to be a varying experience so I'll go with my gut. I'm also looking into using Evans NPG+ coolant. My research shows good traits there. Doug Fraser Sa
- /html/triumphs/2008-03/msg00279.html (7,307 bytes)
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