Champion fan relay, odd shutoff issue.
Hey folks,
I'm currently in Texas on my way to California and I'm in a tight spot!
Short version:
Does anyone know a replacement fan relay for the Champion CCFKRL relay kit that I could find at a local parts store? Im near an Advance, O'Reillys and Autozone. I think mine might be wonky.
I attached a pic from CCFKRL kit photo.
Long version:
I recently installed a Champion shroud with two SPAL 12" fans on my Champion 26" rad. I used the Champion CCFKRL relay kit.
I've put about 500 miles on the road since. But today I noticed my coolant temps were rising after pulling off the interstate...
With the engine off and the ignition keyed on, the fans will run (above 185deg, as intended). Once I start the engine, the fans turn off.
This was not a problem for the first 500 miles. I've checked all wiring and it's in proper condition.
So I'm thinking the issue is either my relay or the ign on wiring.
The relays orange ignition wire is drawing power from the electric choke. No blown fuses in that circuit... And the elec choke is connected to my key on accessory circuit.
This seemed to work fine before but maybe I've somehow burnt that out? Not sure how that works.
I'm suspicious that maybe my relay is functioning with battery power, but it shuts off when I fire up the engine and the alternator ups the voltage? Does that make sense?
Im thinking it might be wise to buy a new relay before I keep driving west... that is if I can find one to fit.
I appreciate any help here!
Thanks guys.
Ben
Hey folks,
I'm currently in Texas on my way to California and I'm in a tight spot!
Short version:
Does anyone know a replacement fan relay for the Champion CCFKRL relay kit that I could find at a local parts store? Im near an Advance, O'Reillys and Autozone. I think mine might be wonky.
I attached a pic from CCFKRL kit photo.
Long version:
I recently installed a Champion shroud with two SPAL 12" fans on my Champion 26" rad. I used the Champion CCFKRL relay kit.
I've put about 500 miles on the road since. But today I noticed my coolant temps were rising after pulling off the interstate...
With the engine off and the ignition keyed on, the fans will run (above 185deg, as intended). Once I start the engine, the fans turn off.
This was not a problem for the first 500 miles. I've checked all wiring and it's in proper condition.
So I'm thinking the issue is either my relay or the ign on wiring.
The relays orange ignition wire is drawing power from the electric choke. No blown fuses in that circuit... And the elec choke is connected to my key on accessory circuit.
This seemed to work fine before but maybe I've somehow burnt that out? Not sure how that works.
I'm suspicious that maybe my relay is functioning with battery power, but it shuts off when I fire up the engine and the alternator ups the voltage? Does that make sense?
Im thinking it might be wise to buy a new relay before I keep driving west... that is if I can find one to fit.
I appreciate any help here!
Thanks guys.
Ben
