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Installing thermostat with jiggle valve

Started by pejohnson, September 06, 2014, 08:00:53 PM

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pejohnson

September 06, 2014, 08:00:53 PM
When I install the new 160 degree thermostat from LMS, I am assuming the jiggle valve needs to be at the 12 o'clock position. Is this correct?



13 Platinum White, PP, 402A, Moonroof, Multi-contour seats, and Navigation.  MODS - LMS 93 octane 3bar tune, 160 LMS thermostat, Airaid CAI, 15% tint, interior LED upgrade, LED puddle lights, Nurburgring 20" Gloss Black Powercoated Rims, H&R springs, Corsa catback exhaust, LMS catted downpipes

Best time 1/4 mile 12.588 sec @ 109.44 mph

Livernois Motorsports

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September 06, 2014, 08:20:10 PM Last Edit: September 06, 2014, 10:59:09 PM by Livernois Motorsports
I don't think it matters.  I just set mine in the way I was holding it.  No problems.

Dave


I stand corrected.  12 o'clock it is.

pejohnson

#2
September 06, 2014, 08:46:03 PM
Ok thanks Dave.
13 Platinum White, PP, 402A, Moonroof, Multi-contour seats, and Navigation.  MODS - LMS 93 octane 3bar tune, 160 LMS thermostat, Airaid CAI, 15% tint, interior LED upgrade, LED puddle lights, Nurburgring 20" Gloss Black Powercoated Rims, H&R springs, Corsa catback exhaust, LMS catted downpipes

Best time 1/4 mile 12.588 sec @ 109.44 mph

SHOnUup

#3
September 06, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Just read a couple things on a Nissan forum and random truck forum saying 12 is right position for the jiggle valve (pin)...but I'm no expert and will now probably check mine if need be. Something about 12 position allowing air to move so you don't get any pockets in there.
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SwampRat

#4
September 06, 2014, 09:15:38 PM
2013 SHO  ....  not mine anymore

2021 Edge ST

SHOnUup

#5
September 06, 2014, 09:25:29 PM
This should be added to the "how to" tstat install
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SHOnUup

#6
September 07, 2014, 08:13:56 AM
Quote from: Livernois Motorsports on September 06, 2014, 08:20:10 PM
I don't think it matters.  I just set mine in the way I was holding it.  No problems.

Dave


I stand corrected.  12 o'clock it is.
Checking mine shortly, fun. Are you gonna dig back into yours?
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SHOnUup

#7
September 07, 2014, 10:31:48 AM
Mine was at the 7 o'clock position. My random luck couldn't be more like 10 or 11...go figure
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SHOdded

#8
September 07, 2014, 12:41:08 PM
Now air can rise to the top and escape properly :) 
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

SHOnUup

#9
September 13, 2014, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Livernois Motorsports on September 06, 2014, 08:20:10 PM
I don't think it matters.  I just set mine in the way I was holding it.  No problems.

Dave


I stand corrected.  12 o'clock it is.
You were right. Per LME the jiggle valve in these cars is not required to be in 12 o'clock position. Some cars may have a small notch in the gasket that requires to be lined up though.
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SwampRat

#10
September 13, 2014, 01:41:40 PM
Quote from: SHOnUup on September 13, 2014, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Livernois Motorsports on September 06, 2014, 08:20:10 PM
I don't think it matters.  I just set mine in the way I was holding it.  No problems.

Dave


I stand corrected.  12 o'clock it is.
You were right. Per LME the jiggle valve in these cars is not required to be in 12 o'clock position. Some cars may have a small notch in the gasket that requires to be lined up though.


Who is LME ?

I would put more credence in what Stant and other  T Stat Manufacturers have to say ....
2013 SHO  ....  not mine anymore

2021 Edge ST

SHOnUup

#11
September 13, 2014, 02:01:36 PM
Quote from: SwampRat on September 13, 2014, 01:41:40 PM
Quote from: SHOnUup on September 13, 2014, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Livernois Motorsports on September 06, 2014, 08:20:10 PM
I don't think it matters.  I just set mine in the way I was holding it.  No problems.

Dave


I stand corrected.  12 o'clock it is.
You were right. Per LME the jiggle valve in these cars is not required to be in 12 o'clock position. Some cars may have a small notch in the gasket that requires to be lined up though.


Who is LME ?

I would put more credence in what Stant and other  T Stat Manufacturers have to say ....
Livernois Motorsports & Engineering
2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.
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