Thanks. DS, when you talk about fuel economy, are you referring to
the coolant-temperature-controlled auto choke on the carb? As you
probably know, if the coolant does not heat up, the Mikuni carb on the
Mitz 2.6 continues to run on full choke, which kills any chance of
fuel economy. OR, are you referring to higher temps being generally
more beneficial to combustion and overall engine performance? Or
both.
Fill me in, thanks.
BTW, Autozone web site lists 180 as OEM temp. Do temp requirements
increase with age?
TIA
Bob

"Daniel J. Stern" > wrote in message
n.umich.edu...
> On Tue, 26 Oct 2004, BeeP wrote:
>
> > Need new thermostat for 86 caravan 2.6 L Mitz. About 50Kmiles on
the
> > motor. New England. They come in different temp ranges 160, 180,
195
> > degrees -- what is the best one to get ? TIA Bob
>
> 195 is the correct rating. A colder thermostat will increase
emissions,
> hasten oil contamination and reduce fuel economy.


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