Engine running temps very wide range, normal?

Post by **RickHaleParker** » 26 Dec 2019, 14:28

rguzz wrote: 26 Dec 2019, 14:17 Just replaced it with a Wahler, whose internals appear much more robust.

Some of the genuine Volvo thermostats are stamped Volvo on the bottom, Wahler on the top.

If the Wahler fails, next try a Stant or a Gates.

Post by **rguzz** » 26 Dec 2019, 16:11

Yeah, my failed t stat had Volvo on the bottom, but design was entirely different from the Wahler replacement. They could still make the Volvo ones, though. Thanks for advice. Problem solved!

Post by **bmdubya1198** » 26 Dec 2019, 19:38

Wow, interesting. You would think that the genuine Volvo part would be best, but I guess that isn't the case with the thermostat!

befarrer · Post by **befarrer** » 26 Dec 2019, 21:17

Volvo probably buys from whoever makes the most financial sense at the time I bet. If one company cant fulfill the order, they go to the next.