I installed an in-line thermostat

[VXorado]

Would there be any benefit to running the inline thermostat in addition to a functional engine thermostat?

[Ldub]

Oh HELL no, that looks like a right smart solution to me.......

Thinking outside the box is a good thing...

ESPECIALLY when the box is located under the friggn intake...

[Ldub]

Would there be any benefit to running the inline thermostat in addition to a functional engine thermostat?

I can't think of what it would be, other than having a fail safe heater/defroster.

Might even reduce flow slightly...