As far as removing the fan with the radiator in place, this may prove
difficult due to the locking tabs which are in place. At least they were on my
'69.
Just my observations,
Richard Seaton
----- Original Message -----
From: Keith Meinhold
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2003 11:49 PM
To: Lizirbydavis@cs.com; 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: wobbling fan
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
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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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