Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth
Don, I did not know that. Goo?? I thought that the clutch was a mechanical device. Thanks for the information. Keith - Original Message - From: "Don Dupuis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2002 2:44 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth > There is a wax-like substance inside the clutch assembly that makes the fan > spin. There is no solid mechanical contact between the fan blade and the > water pump, just the friction of the shaft spinning in this goo (official > technical term). > When the clutches get old, this substance leaks out the front of the clutch > (rad side) and causes slow fan speeds, and overheat conditions at an idle. > > Find the tightest one you can, as long as it isn't seized completely. It > would be the best choice. > > Of course...your local NAPA, could probably find you a new one by proper > application. > > > - > To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html > To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth
There is a wax-like substance inside the clutch assembly that makes the fan spin. There is no solid mechanical contact between the fan blade and the water pump, just the friction of the shaft spinning in this goo (official technical term). When the clutches get old, this substance leaks out the front of the clutch (rad side) and causes slow fan speeds, and overheat conditions at an idle. Find the tightest one you can, as long as it isn't seized completely. It would be the best choice. Of course...your local NAPA, could probably find you a new one by proper application. - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth
Don, I am not sure I understand what you are talking about "Try to find one with the least amount of dampness at the front of the clutch around the bi-metal" Keith - Original Message - From: "Don Dupuis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2002 11:55 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth > As long as the studs from the water pump are the same spacing, they should > fit. > Try to find one with the least amount of dampness at the front of the clutch > around the bi-metal > > > > > - > To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html > To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth
As long as the studs from the water pump are the same spacing, they should fit. Try to find one with the least amount of dampness at the front of the clutch around the bi-metal - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth
When it comes to fan blade clutches, are there many different types. I have several clutches around the house and need to replace the one on my 71 Chevelle 350. Can I use any of the ones around my house that have come off of other Chev, and Chev Trucks? Keith
