Hey listers,
I have an 80 B LE with the dual electric fans, I have the opposite problem
though, my fans run constanly. I know there should be a thermostat to turn
them off and on right? Is this something easy to install or am I getting
into a major Lucas induced nightmare?
> Pep Boys sells the same aftermarket "helper fan" that Moss has. They also
> have the adjustable and preset (at 185 degrees) thermostats that mount
> between the radiator fins. I use the 10" helper fan and the preset
> thermostat on my 79 B. Where I live right now it get up around 120 in the
> summer, so I need something to help.
>
> The 12" fan would probably fit and might cool a bit better, but the 10"
> should be fine for most. One benefit is that the stock fans don't come on
> very often. Trust me, you'd rather replace the cheap "helper" fan for $70
> than both stock fans for whatever they're going for right now.
>
> Anyway, the radiator mounted thermostats work well.
>
> Jason
>
> Hi,
>
> I've just been reminded of this by another post. My GT has a Kenlowe fan,
> which is supposed to be switched by and adjustable relay/switch mechanism,
> which has a temp sensor bulb which is supposed to be fitted in the top
hose.
>
> I've got the thing disconnected at the moment because these bulb things
are
> horrible-hard to seal and not good for the top hose & stub, IMO.
>
> Has anyone had experience of the type of sensor which attached to the rad
> fins? I've seen these but can't recall where.
>
> Alternatively, has an alternative switching method been devised, perhaps
> using a modern, threaded sensor?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Dave H.
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