[Chevelle-list] A/C shroud
Original Parts Group answered my e-mail today about a fan shroud for a big block with Air Conditioning. They said that shroud is not available and they don't know anybody making them. I guess I will go with whomever sells me the A/C system for a shroud? Anybody recommend a good cooling fan? What all does a fan clutch do for you? Let me see if I understand this right it doesn't rob energy from the engine until the engine heats up. Then it kicks in to help cool. Does it do anything special at higher rpms when it's not really needed (assuming you are going down the freeway). Also, what are recommendations on a water pump brand? Steve
Re: [Chevelle-list] A/C shroud
Steve, 69-70 big block shrouds are all the same if that is what you need and they are readily available. Stock water pumps work good for mild street motors, but if it is anything making any kind of significant horsepower, get an aluminum pump. I have a Weiand on my 70 along with a 7 blade clutch fan. On normal driving, it stays around 190 degrees. For an A/C car, get a heavy duty clutch for the fan, it will pull more air through the radiator. Tom
