Cooling system refresh?

[Ken1]

Its time to refresh/change cooling system, I plan to replace all hoses at this time. The “X” is 7 years old and 218K with OEM hoses.
My question would you change to the new 203* T’stat? Cost $40.00 +/-

Thanks for any replies

Ken

 

[bushpilot]

id say given the age and mpg it wouldnt be a bad
idea to change that thermostat...no matter what you
plan to put in.

if you havent already looked at 'em...really give a good
look over those hoses...it sounds like youre gonna swap
'em out anyway...but make sure theres no serious RUBBING
on 'em.

these trucks are notorious for rubbing the lower radiator hoses.

 

[Ken1]

Thanks for the reply

 

[dboyw]

Since I do not know how they did the X, if the upper hose you have now goes through the fan belt, get the hose for a dual alt truck. They go around the belt.

 

[BIG JOE]

JMO but the 203* thermo is a Good Thing. These 7.3s seem to run better.. a little warmer. Mine does.

You might also concider the "Gold" coolant ?

My .03

 

[Ken1]

Yes I have ordered a 203* stat after the change I hope to see 400K

Thanks

 

[roosterdiesel]

When I changed coolant I installed the 203 t-stat and a coolant filter since the system was empty.

 

[jestersv]

I agree 203 stat warms up faster and go with the long hose