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    Offline moparbulldog

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    Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « on: March 12, 2007 - 09:05:17 PM »
    OK, after going one summer (last) dealing with all the issues of overheating and worry about hurting the motor, I have come to my senses and am going to change over to the thermo clutch fan.  While I am at it I am going to replace the water pump, and try to find a shroud that will work for my Aluminum Rad that I put in last summer.  Any one who has suggestions on those part I would really appreciate it.  The shroud part is a real stumper for me, as the only ones I can find that would work have the zip tie type system through the rad, which I do not want to do.  Best suggestions on the Fan, clutch and pump would be great as well.  Thanks.  Moparbulldog :working:
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    Offline Bullitt-

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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #1 on: March 12, 2007 - 09:42:17 PM »
    Word is OE style is best overall esp. keeping it KOOL.  Shroud will depend on your radiator. post a picture w/dimensions.
    http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/visfanpac.html
    MOPAR - Viscous Fan Package
    Most late 1960s and early 1970s factory built muscle cars were equipped with viscous fans for cooling purposes. Engineers have determined through dyno-testing that this viscous fan is the best replacement package. It provides thermostatically controled cooling, includes a lightweight balanced fan and takes the least amount of horsepower from the engine. Offers up to 15 horsepower gain on typical high performance V8s.
    $105.95
    MOPP4120758


    Have you seen these http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=BCI%2D72003&N=700+%2D123642+115&autoview=sku

    Dimensions are 1 1/2 in. x 2 1/2 in. x 3 in. Intended to mount stock fan on GM and Mopar Be Cool Radiators. Modifications may be nessesary.
    Fan Shroud Bracket, Bolt-On, Aluminum, Universal, Each


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    Offline moparbulldog

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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #2 on: March 12, 2007 - 09:57:46 PM »
    Yea, I have seen both of those, and considering both.  The Rad is a Summit direct fit Challenger Aluminum, I believe 29inches.  I can post more when it gets back from having the new instument panel installed  :bananasmi
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #3 on: March 12, 2007 - 10:06:00 PM »
    Would a 29" OE style work?
    http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/rafansh.html
    Restoration Radiator Cooling Fan Shroud
    1970-73 426 Hemi, 383/440 Big Block B & E Body
    $81.95
    MOPP2998326


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    Offline moparbulldog

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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #4 on: March 12, 2007 - 10:12:37 PM »
    You know, with those mounting brackets that just might work.  I did not think about that.  I will have to look into it.  I may have to get creative mounting the shroud. 
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #5 on: March 13, 2007 - 12:16:26 AM »
    Is it a big block ? if so try the high efficiency water pump from 440 source
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #6 on: March 13, 2007 - 06:52:49 PM »
    Yep, 440, I will look into that site as well.  Thanks for the tips guys. 
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    Offline EBodiesRule

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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #7 on: March 16, 2007 - 03:45:53 PM »
    I had MAJOR overheating issues with my Cuda drag car. Went through many pistond due to detonation before I got the cooling system dialed in. The upshot of it was this: scrap the electric water pump and dual electric fans, install Edelbrock hi-volume mechanical pump and six blade steel flex fan. I also installed a supplemental water pump in the lower radiator hose (I forgot the manufacturer's name). Now the car never gets above 175 on the hottest days at the strip and the motor is actually starting to cool down when I make my way down the return road!

    As for a shroud, I found a guy on ebay that makes custom shrouds with nice mounting tabs to mount to the radiator itself. Here is the item number of a shroud he currently has listed on ebay: 8058813492. Search for this by item number. He makes great radiators and radiator parts.

    Good luck!
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #8 on: March 16, 2007 - 08:22:07 PM »
    I agree my best resullts have used a Viscous fan  , a good water pump & shroud for max coling
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #9 on: March 17, 2007 - 06:38:10 PM »
    Hey ebodies, thanks for the tip.  Those things looks awesome, and would solve an issue with making the other one fit.  I will definitely be getting one of those soon.  It will match perfect. 

    What do you guys think about putting a small backup fan on the front?  and if so, pusher or puller?  I am thinking puller so it will not push against the thermo?  Thanks. 
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #10 on: March 18, 2007 - 10:18:14 AM »
    with a vicous cluth fan no back up would be needed
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    Re: Clutch fan, water pump, and Fan Shroud recommendations
    « Reply #11 on: March 18, 2007 - 01:09:19 PM »
    I bought a fan right from my local dodge dealer.  OE replacement, can't remember if I got the shroud from them as well? don't remember sorry :dunno:
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