I have had no real heating issues, but I have the update HD radiator, a SPAL
fan, 14" that is very thin, 2" max so it mounted easily in front of
radiator..I mounted it without drilling any holes, rpl'd radiator mounting
bolts with studs that extend throught the radiator support allowing four
brackets to support the fan, and the radiator is easier to install when
supported by the studs instead of trying to hold it up in position to start
the fine threads of the bolts..I wired it with a relay and fuse, installed
thermostat housing #8592-3 from NPD, and installed a bmw 100 degree switch
#61 31 1 364 273 in the housing, it required changing the threads to 14mm x
1.5, I used a "Time Sert" insert, it's like a heli coil only better....by
using a relay you can have the auto switch and a manual switch, I put one
under the dash out of sight, I also have a # FLX-1313 fan from Summit, it's
quieter and lighter than the original, my original touched the steering rack
under certain conditions and the motor mounts are not weak, I also have the
MIL-16230 waterpump from Summit, it's made by GMB a quality Japanesse unit
and lighter, I also have a set of March aluminum pulleys, #mch-1550, they
run truer, slow the speed slightly...this was not an easy or inexpensive deal
unless you have access/skills to machine and weld...I was able to do it by
cutting the crank drive pulley on a lathe removing the measured amount and
welding back together and machining the welds smooth and painting black, look
original but more funtional, the usual adjustments to the waterpump/fan hub
were of course required, I also have an oil cooler with I'm sure helps.
Clyde McLaughlin
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