Fresh 318 , the good and the bad
You can run a 180 degree thermostat etc.
Taken from a quick Google/AI search :
LA Engine Thermostat Ranges and Choices:
| Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Type/Note |
|---|
| 160° | Available as an alternate temperature option. |
| 170° | Available in both standard and high-flow versions. |
| 180° | Standard thermostat, potentially available in a fail-safe version. |
| 192° | Available as a standard thermostat. |
| 195° | OE (Original Equipment) recommended temperature for various LA engines. |
| 205° | Available as a standard thermostat. |