{"product_id":"spoon-sports-low-temp-thermostat-honda-civic-type-r-fk8-fl5-68c-open","title":"Spoon Sports Low Temp Thermostat - Honda Civic Type R (FK8\/FL5) - 68°C Open","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpoon Sports Low Temp Thermostat FK8 FL5 Civic Type R\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpoon Sports has been developing Honda performance parts out of Japan for decades, with a focus on genuine engineering rather than marketing. This low temp thermostat is a direct response to a real-world problem: turbo engines like the \u003cstrong\u003eCivic Type R\u003c\/strong\u003e generate significant heat under sustained performance driving, and the stock thermostat simply wasn't designed with track use in mind. Keeping water temperature in the optimal 70–80°C range means the engine can make power consistently rather than pulling back to protect itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing covers the Spoon Sports Low Temp Thermostat for the \u003cstrong\u003eFK8\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFL5\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHonda Civic Type R\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e In cold climates or during extended highway cruising, the water temperature warning light may illuminate due to the lower operating range of this thermostat. Partially blocking the grille or fitting a radiator shutter can resolve this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eValve opening starts at 68°C — approximately 10°C lower than the OEM thermostat (78°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully open at 81°C, keeping coolant circulating through the radiator earlier and more frequently\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps maintain water temperature within the 70–80°C range where the engine produces power most efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces the risk of heat-related power loss during track driving and time attack\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the OEM thermostat — no modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine Spoon Sports part — engineered specifically for the FK8 and FL5 platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle compatibility, OEM part numbers, and fitment notes are provided in the tabs above. Please confirm your vehicle's year, trim level, and configuration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if this suits your build? Contact our team at \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au\"\u003esales@chicaneaustralia.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e for expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPOON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52508578021669,"sku":"19301-FK8-000","price":159.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/2943\/6709\/files\/19301-FK8-000.jpg?v=1780442714","url":"https:\/\/www.chicaneaustralia.com.au\/products\/spoon-sports-low-temp-thermostat-honda-civic-type-r-fk8-fl5-68c-open","provider":"Chicane Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}