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3RZ 2.7l thermostat position

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Allex95, Aug 23, 2020.

  1. Aug 23, 2020 at 8:28 PM
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    What position should I put the thermostat in I heard the 6:00 position but others 12:00 need to know for my 2.7l
     
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  2. Aug 23, 2020 at 9:10 PM
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    The 2.7L thermostat goes in with the jiggle valve at 12 o'clock
     
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    And the 3.4 goes at 6.
     
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    What happens if I put it in the 6 postion
     
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    get mo hot
     
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    Ahh okay does anyone know how to install a electric fan is that better then a factory fan clucth
     
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    Not sure on any writeups, but i'd stick with the OEM clutch style. If you wheel, it's more reliable than an electric setup generally.
     
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