i changed my thermostat, its from schucks with prestone antifreeze. my normal operating temp was 1/4 of the way before, now its 1/2 way. i think either its the antifreeze not being from honda, or its a high temp thermostat (i didnt check when i bought it, and threw away the box).

would having a higher operating temp cause premature wear? such as seals, gaskets, etc since the engine is hotter, tranny is hotter. and also would tranny oil and engine oil wear out faster because its hotter?

 

my car is usally a lil bit below the halfway mark

 

thanks.. i just never had the operating temp at 1/2 on every honda that i had owned before (3 before the one that i won now). its a D15b7 without a/c or p/s by the way if that helps