It is possible to remove the fan with the radiator in place - I have done it
on my 76. (fan designs changed over a few years). It was challenging and I
would never do it this way again. It is so tight and time consuming -
removing the radiator and shroud would have been 10 times faster. If your
looking for a short-cut, this is not it. Also a wobbling / out of balance
fan will shortly damage the bearings/water pump.
Keith Meinhold
66 Marston Avenue
San Francisco CA 94112
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-6pack@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-6pack@autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Lizirbydavis@cs.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2003 7:24 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: wobbling fan
I started my car for the first time today. I've just completed a
"mechanical"overhaul of the car: engine tranny suspension brakes etc... I
was thrilled at how easy the car started, and although in need of a tune up,
runs pretty good. However, at idle the fan is obviously unbalanced. The
dampener looks fine, but I think I must have left out a washer or something
on the fan as it has a noticeable wobble. Is this going to get me in
trouble? I can't imagine having to take the front end of the car apart to
fix this fan. Can the fan be removed with the radiator in place? If so, I
might opt for an electric fan instead.
Joe Davis
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