Electric cooling fan installations
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| + | Do you have an idea on a electric fan setup or are looking for ideas on how to install an electric fan setup in your ride? Well, look no further, you found the spot the thousands of people come to when they need ideas on electric fan setups. If you already have an new fan setup that you just did and want to share your ideas and pictures of it with fellow Hotrodders, include it here. | ||
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| + | Before installing a radiator mounted cooling fan, make sure you know the amperage requirements of the fan. There are many different fans, with many different blade configurations. Some are straight angle blades, most are different variations of the "S" blade shape, and I have seen a squirrel cage blower offered. They are usually rated by voltage required, and cfm ('''''c'''''ubic '''''f'''''eet [of air flow] per '''''m'''''inute). | ||
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| + | An electric motor can draw 150% or more of the running amps when starting up initially. So a fan that runs normally @ 15 amps, will need a circuit capable of supplying at least 24 amps. One way to find the amp draw is to hook up a mechanical ammeter in the supply line. Amperage requirements can vary dramatically between various brands. If the retailer of the fan can't supply the exact specifications of the fan, make sure of the return policy before purchasing. | ||
| ā | [[ | + | It is always better to control the fan through a relay rather than wired directly. |
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| + | == Installation photos == | ||
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| + | ===1931 Ford=== | ||
| + | [[File:31_Ford.jpg|border|left|600px]] | ||
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| + | ===1970 El Camino=== | ||
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| + | ===2001 Dodge Dakota=== | ||
| + | [[File:2001 Dakota Fan2.jpg|border|left|400px]] | ||
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| + | The top and bottom saddles are fabricated from 1" x 0.125" steel. Bottom is fixed, top is bolted to the radiator support for quick release. The saddle secures the radiator and the fan. | ||
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| + | ==References== | ||
| + | *[[DIY junkyard electrical fan controller]] | ||
| + | *[[Bulletproof cooling system]] | ||
| + | *[[Relay application guide]] | ||
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| + | ==External links== | ||
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| + | *[http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/help-recreating-fan-wiring-diagram-using-derale-controller-gm-stock-221087.html Fan Wiring Diagram] using Derale controller & stock GM system | ||
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| + | [[Category:Cooling]] | ||
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