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 Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Everet]
#752743
09/27/06 01:39 AM
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Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 477
Mudrunner
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mine i belive is a 16" i know its around 3500cfm. i took it off my dragster a while back when i parted it. i figured if it cools a 800hp motor fast the sportage is no problem. i even tought about mounting it backwards to pull my little truck along. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/notooth.gif" alt="" />
i havent gotten to the thermostat switch yet since im expolring some cheaper options then the $60 part fokion used. so i have it on a toggle switch. by the time i flip it all the way my coolant temp is back to ice
1995 nissan maxima se, 5spd short throw, aluminum flywheel and crank pully, stage 3 clutch, custom ported top end, full 2.5 exhaust jdm front end
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Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Airdale73013]
#752744
09/29/06 06:58 PM
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Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,224
Body Damage is Cool
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I installed the fan and controller Saturday, I expected it to take a bout 3 hours but alas it took 7 hours. Removing the mecanical fan assembly was not difficult. Removing the a/c condensor fan was a little more difficult but only because the grill had to be removed first. The shorter replacement alternator belt I used is a Gates K040330 (14mm x 855mm), I would not reccommend you use a shorter belt than this. The most difficult part of the install was mounting the fan in the existing fan shroud. It took several hours to figure out the mounting and to fabricate the mounting hardware. The controller installed on the driver side fender pannel just behind the headlight. The wiring included with the kit was long enough and I routed the power wiring, oem temprature sensor, fan power, and the a/c sensor lead across the radiator fan shorod, I attached the wiring in three places with zip-ties. I connected the ignition sens leat to an existing wire on the aftermarket cruse control. I programed the fan controller as per the included instructions, 160 degres F for low temp and 200 degres F for high temp. The fan comes on and runs at 50% at the low temp and increases in speed as the temp goes up until the high set point when it switches to 100%. If the a/c is turned on the fan will run at 100%. I did take pictures but I don't know how helpful the will be because there is not much to see. Also a note, you do not have to remove the top radiator hose to remove or re-install the fan shroud. If any one is intrested in the photos I will be happy to email them to you. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> Installed mine in about 2 hours...already had everything removed. Made some spacers and attached fan to the stock shroud. It moves alot of air and cools it down in about 20 seconds. A little noisy but it isn't like I've gotta turn up the radio! It has a small space around the shroud and does not touch the radiator. The guy I bought it from on ebay sure sent it fast...ordered it Sunday night and it was on my door step Wednesday, UPS Ground. I did not remove the AC condenser fan. Will trick out the wiring this weekend. Didn't notice any difference in performance and don't really know what mpg improvements I'll see. But it is in and works well. It is a great Saturday project. Everet
WWW.UPYOURKIA.COM White 96,4x4, man.hubs,K&N filter,3row rad, twin 16" fans, 3" body lift, 4" UPYOURKIA LIFT KIT,265/75 16 TreadWrights on DC2 wheels,140 amp alt. dual batts.
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Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Everet]
#752745
09/29/06 08:29 PM
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Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 645
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Rock Warrior
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What fan controller did you use? My fan is so quiet you can barley hear it running.
2009 Sorento LX, 4x4, V6, Auto, Red
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Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Airdale73013]
#752746
09/29/06 09:20 PM
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Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,224
Body Damage is Cool
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I got one off e-bay for about $17 (with shipping) that was made for a 95 Saturn. It is adjustable and uses a ground wire to close a relay. Just used a 30 amp relay and tapped into the temp gauge sender wire. Seems to work ok so far. Everet <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />
WWW.UPYOURKIA.COM White 96,4x4, man.hubs,K&N filter,3row rad, twin 16" fans, 3" body lift, 4" UPYOURKIA LIFT KIT,265/75 16 TreadWrights on DC2 wheels,140 amp alt. dual batts.
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Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Airdale73013]
#752747
10/11/06 03:48 PM
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Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 645
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Rock Warrior
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I just completed a 830 mile trip, almost all interstate. My fuel econmy averaged almost 25 mpg this is a 10% improvement. The improvement was probably a little better than 10% since there were 3 of us insted of the usual 2 and the weather was mild, I believe in hot weather the improvement will be even greater. The power increase also is noticable. I think this modification is worthwhile, I should have done it a long time ago. I know 10% does not sound like v large increase but it is huge. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
2009 Sorento LX, 4x4, V6, Auto, Red
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Re: Electric radiator fan
[Re: Airdale73013]
#752748
10/11/06 04:37 PM
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Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,224
Body Damage is Cool
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I just completed a 830 mile trip, almost all interstate. My fuel econmy averaged almost 25 mpg this is a 10% improvement. The improvement was probably a little better than 10% since there were 3 of us insted of the usual 2 and the weather was mild, I believe in hot weather the improvement will be even greater. The power increase also is noticable. I think this modification is worthwhile, I should have done it a long time ago. I know 10% does not sound like v large increase but it is huge. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> That's great news!! I'm getting 25 mpg on my daily drive to work and back (22.6 when I get stuck in heavy traffic or drive 80+mph if traffic is moving good). The 16" is a great choice for fitting in the existing shroud. I would highly recommend getting some type of snap switch or thermostat to turn it off and on so you don't forget to turn it on. A great investment at less than $50 for the fan at todays gas prices (from 22.5 to 25 mpg @ 2.50/gal the roi on the fan only is covered in 4000 miles). Everet <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
WWW.UPYOURKIA.COM White 96,4x4, man.hubs,K&N filter,3row rad, twin 16" fans, 3" body lift, 4" UPYOURKIA LIFT KIT,265/75 16 TreadWrights on DC2 wheels,140 amp alt. dual batts.
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