My 84 camaro has a 383 in it with an aluminum radiator. During winter time when i turn the heat on it want get real warm. It has a 160 stat in it, when im sitting still its kinda warm but once driving it seems cool. Do i need to put a bigger stat in it during winter or is there something else i can do?

 

Yes.

JamesC

 

Flushing the heater core can also help a lot.

What is the engine temperature usually running at?

 

The engine normally runs between 180-190, so would a 180 or 195 stat be good?

 

Thats in summer time mind you, in winter bout 170

 

I drive year round. 180° stat is plenty good for winter.

If you had Minnesota type winters, then I would recommend the 195° stat. But for just near/at freezing temps, the 180 will do the trick.

 

that deffinately could be a problem. heater core could be slightly plugged also