On the 2014-2020 GM Silverado, Sierra, Camaro, and Corvette, the factory thermostat stays shut until 194°F. Coolant sits in the block while heat builds, and the radiator does not get to work on it until the engine is already hot. That lag shows up where it matters: a truck pulling a trailer up a grade, or a Camaro or Corvette coming off a second and third hard run. The Mishimoto Thermostat with Aluminum Housing moves the opening point down to 160°F. Thirty-four degrees earlier is enough to change how the system behaves. Coolant circulates sooner, the radiator starts shedding heat before temperatures climb, and engine coolant temps settle lower and stay there under sustained load. A temperature-sensitive wax element drives the valve, expanding at a fixed point so the thermostat opens the same way on the thousandth cycle as the first. The unit itself is a conventional standard-style thermostat that replaces the failure-prone OEM-style design, and it is built into a cast aluminum housing that takes the heat cycling and clamp load at the flange. Direct fit for 2014-2020 GM Silverado, Sierra, Camaro, and Corvette. No cutting, drilling, or modification required.
- Opens at 160°F instead of the factory 194°F - coolant reaches the radiator 34°F earlier in the warm-up, so heat leaves the engine before it builds.
- Holds coolant temperatures lower and steadier - starting flow sooner gives the cooling system a head start, keeping engine coolant temps down through towing pulls, back-to-back runs, and traffic.
- Standard-style thermostat in a cast aluminum housing - the thermostat seats into the housing rather than molding into it, so it can be replaced on its own later.
- Replaces a failure-prone OEM-style thermostat - the factory-style unit gives way to a conventional standard-style thermostat, taking a known weak point out of the cooling system.
- Wax element opens at the same point every cycle - a temperature-sensitive wax charge drives the valve open at 160°F, giving reliable, repeatable operation rather than a drifting set point.
- Drops in without modification - confirmed direct fit for 2014-2020 GM Silverado, Sierra, Camaro, and Corvette, with no cutting, fabricating, or adapter work required.
- Ready for stock trucks and modified builds - cast aluminum construction and the 160°F opening point suit a loaded Sierra or a Camaro and Corvette on repeated hard runs.
- Own it for life - backed by Mishimoto's Lifetime Warranty, your investment is protected long after install day.
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Brand Name: Mishimoto
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GTIN: 00840197728185
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Install Difficulty: 2
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SellingPoint01: Opens at 160°F instead of the factory 194°F - coolant reaches the radiator 34°F earlier in the warm-up, so heat leaves the engine before it builds.
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SellingPoint02: Holds coolant temperatures lower and steadier - starting flow sooner gives the cooling system a head start, keeping engine coolant temps down through towing pulls, back-to-back runs, and traffic.
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SellingPoint03: Standard-style thermostat in a cast aluminum housing - the thermostat seats into the housing rather than molding into it, so it can be replaced on its own later.
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SellingPoint04: Replaces a failure-prone OEM-style thermostat - the factory-style unit gives way to a conventional standard-style thermostat, taking a known weak point out of the cooling system.
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SellingPoint05: Wax element opens at the same point every cycle - a temperature-sensitive wax charge drives the valve open at 160°F, giving reliable, repeatable operation rather than a drifting set point.
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SellingPoint06: Drops in without modification - confirmed direct fit for 2014-2020 GM Silverado, Sierra, Camaro, and Corvette, with no cutting, fabricating, or adapter work required.
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SellingPoint07: Ready for stock trucks and modified builds - cast aluminum construction and the 160°F opening point suit a loaded Sierra or a Camaro and Corvette on repeated hard runs.
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SellingPoint08: Own it for life - backed by Mishimoto's Lifetime Warranty, your investment is protected long after install day.
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TechSpec Applications: Cadlillac CT5 6.2 V8 2016-2019--Cadlillac CT5 6.2 V8 2022-2026--Cadillac Escalade 6.2 V8 2015-2020--Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.2 V8 2015-2020--Chevrolet Camaro 6.2 V8 2016-2024--Chevrolet Corvette 6.2 V8 2014-2019--Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.3 V6 2014-2018--Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3 V8 2014-2018--Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6.2 V8 2014-2018--Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD 5.3 V8 2019--Chevrolet Suburban 5.3 V8 2015-2020--Chevrolet Suburban 6.2 V8 2019-2020--Chevorlet Tahoe 5.3 V8 2015-2020--Chevorlet Tahoe 6.2 V8 2018-2020--GMC Sierra 1500 4.3 V6 2014-2018--GMC Sierra 1500 5.3 V8 2014-2018--GMC Sierra 1500 6.2 V8 2014-2018--GMC Sierra 1500 Limited 5.3 V8 2019--GMC Yukon 5.3 V8 2015-2020--GMC Yukon 6.2 V8 2015-2020--GMC Yukon XL 5.3 V8 2015-2020--GMC Yukon XL 6.2 V8 2015-2020
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TechSpec Chassis Codes: N/A
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TechSpec Engine Codes: LT1--L83--L86--LV1--LV3
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TechSpec Includes: (1) Mishimoto Thermostat--Housing--Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
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TechSpec Mishimoto Activation Temperature (F): 160
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TechSpec Note: N/A
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TechSpec OEM Activation Temperature (F): 194
Extended Information:
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Country of Origin: China
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Emissions : Emissions Compliance Exempt
Packing Information:
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Quantity of Each: 1
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Package UOM: EA
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Dimension: 5.7 x 3.6 x 4.2 inches
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Weight: 5 POUNDS