Porsche Carrera 996 / 997 Project: Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement

[Wayne 962]

Anyone got any questions on Project - Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement for your Porsche 996 / 997 Carrera?

Here's a back link to the original article: Pelican Technical Article: 34-WATER-Water_Pump_and_Thermostat_Replacement

-Wayne

[trini997]

Hi Wayne,

I live in Trinidad in the Caribbean and just bought a 997 C2. The ambient temperature varies from 25 to 32 degrees C. I am about to change the water pump. Is there any good reason for me to have the thermostat at all? Surely I need to remove it completely and toss it in the bin. What are your thoughts on this matter?

Regards,

Zak

[yelcab1]

modern cars need thermostat to get to operating temperature and stay there, about 190F. Without a thermostat, your engine may never get to that temperature and the engine management system will make the car run incorrectly. It will not be good in the long run.