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Old 03-06-2021, 04:33 AM   #14
flatford8
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Default Re: 8BA Running Temperatures

I put 160* thermostats in my ‘50 because that’s what the book said. After reading many threads on here, I put 180* in. My fuel mileage went from 12-13 MPG to 16-17. The motor just seems to have more “seat of pants” power also.......Mark
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