Engines are designed to run most efficiently at a certain temperature, and for this reason, it's important to always replace your thermostat with another of the correct temperature rating. Installing a 160-degree thermostat into an engine designed to operate at 195 degrees may cause poor fuel economy, as the computer will meter an incorrect amount of fuel. Normally the spring goes down toward the engine block.
Normally you Install with the spring down.
195 deg F
No the 1999 and 2002 1500's are different body styles.
first, remove the old thermostat, then...........................install the new one
195 deg F
no
It is next to the thermostat housing.
No, they are not interchangeable.
There where no factory installed grease zerks.There where no factory installed grease zerks.
It is next to the thermostat housing.
it is next to the thermostat housing under the alternator
The biggest factory installed engine in a 1998 Ram 1500 was a 5.9L V8.