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Offline Andy.

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« on: February 28, 2004, 20:11:16 »
Good, bad, worth it  :?:

Do they make the difference that they claim  :?:

Around 8.5% fuel saving
Increased performance
Less pollution
Quieter running
Extra cooling
Replacement for existing fan
 
Is it worth fitting one, is fitting straight forward  :?:

Comment please  :D
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Offline Bush Tucker Man

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« Reply #1 on: February 28, 2004, 20:27:47 »
Yes, and you can also unbolt it, extend the cables & attach a buffer-pad in extreme polishing emergencies :lol:  :lol:  :lol:  :D
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« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2004, 21:50:40 »
They're good if you've got a V8 that's over heating.

Watch yourself Richard. That wit's so sharp you'll cut yourself. :D

You're in enough hot water for conning him/them into thinking you'd bought a new motor.

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« Reply #3 on: February 29, 2004, 09:44:46 »
The biggest advantage on a petrol powered vehicle is that you can install a switch to switch it off when wading.

This stops the eternal problem of your engine fan being a very good water distribution device and soaking your engine bay  :?


You just need to make sure you remember to switch it back on  :roll:
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« Reply #4 on: February 29, 2004, 10:24:53 »
What I was going to do with mine was fit a warning light or buzzer to tell me when it was overheating, still not doneit though
Kev

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« Reply #5 on: February 29, 2004, 10:33:29 »
I fitted one a few months after buying my present car, it did make a difference as Kenlowe suggested.

If I were to fit one now I wouldn't bother with the temperature sensor which drops into the rad throughr the top hose as it is a constant source of water leaks, I would replace the sensor with a switch & control it manually from inside the cab, ideal when towing up long inclines & can switch it off when off road in water and mud.

BTW if you do decide to fit one, remove the rad & fit it with the rad on the bench, that way you can ensure the tie wrap type things are tight & the cushion on the clip is properley fitted. I ended up with a new rad after one of the clips moved & went through the rad whilst in the quarry at Whitworth.

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« Reply #6 on: February 29, 2004, 15:10:54 »
I use an in-hose sensor for my fan.  Which is a small aluminium tube with an adjustable sensor built in.

It adds to the cost of the job, but does seal properly and won't damage your rad.

I got mine from Merlin Motorsport (www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk)

Demon Tweeks also sell them.
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« Reply #7 on: February 29, 2004, 16:05:01 »
If you fit the fans on the front of the radiator they don't act as a sprinkler system in the engine bay when in water.
I have two Pacet fans on the front of my V8 radiator and that keeps it cool when towing and when stuck in trafic (also sucks old ladys in through the grill when they cross in front of you) :lol:  :twisted:
This is controlled by a top hose stat and no leaks yet!!
As for fuel consumption if you worry about that you don't buy a V8 :wink:
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