I do have a question that has been bothering me...

I notice that the stock radiator shroud is offset upwards, so a good portion of the radius of the fan is blocked off at the very top. I guess this was necessary because of the gemoetry of the engine where it lines up with the radiator or something, but with an electric fan, there is no NEED to do this, you could perfectly center the fan on the radiator.

However, to do this would require making a custom shroud or not having a shroud at all (how mine used to be set up).

Do you guys think it's worth making a custom shroud to center the fan and maximize airflow?

If so, any ideas on HOW to make it? I'm thinking I could make one pretty easily out of fiberglass resin, would it stand up to the heat?


2002 Sportage 4dr 4x4 soon to undergo an Extreme Makeover!