All this talk about 4-6 blade fans had me check my S2 and it does have the
original 6 blades, however, which has the most air flow capacity? At one time I
was told a 4 blade could actually move more air than a 6 blade, but it may
depend
on the blade pitch. Brent
CMeinel464@aol.com wrote:
> Dear Listers:
>
> According to our Alpine parts list (revised June 1968), the Alpine Series I &
> II had the six blade fan, part# P111343 superseded by 1201193. Starting with
> the Series III trough Series V a four blade fan part # 1214675.
>
> The interesting thing is that after the Alpine V with chassis number
> B395018292 another fan, part # 1239485 was fitted. Unfortunately the parts
> book neither shows an illustration or description of this late fan.
>
> >From the previous late owners who indicate they have a stock 6- blade, this
> seems to be possible.
>
> Hope this helps,
> Curt
> Classic Sunbeam
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