67DodgeDart360
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22 x 17 Universal Radiator Fan Shroud and 16" Chrome Fan 2600CFM
what about this fan? Someone recommend this fan on this thread. FOR 1992-1995 SABLE TAURUS 3.8L FACTORY STYLE BOLT-ON RADIATOR COOLING FAN SET | eBayA typical street hot rod engine needs about 4000 CFM of air movement through the radiator. 2600 ain't gonna make it.
RRR is bang on the money. Get a 2 row rad with 1.25" tubes. It's a matter of surface area. Bigger tubes allow for more fluid to be cooled while passing through. Most 3 row rads have 0.75” (approx) tubes, which is much less surface area.Ok, that means the fan you have is not enough. No airflow when sitting static. Is that a 3 or 4 row radiator? You will have better cooling and more room for a real fan with a 2 row radiator with two 1.25" rows instead of 3 or 4 rows.
what about this fan? Someone recommend this fan on this thread. FOR 1992-1995 SABLE TAURUS 3.8L FACTORY STYLE BOLT-ON RADIATOR COOLING FAN SET | eBay
Is that fan strong enough?lol yeah go for it.
So I need a new Radiator? I thought the one I have is good.RRR is bang on the money. Get a 2 row rad with 1.25" tubes. It's a matter of surface area. Bigger tubes allow for more fluid to be cooled while passing through. Most 3 row rads have 0.75” (approx) tubes, which is much less surface area.
Also,have you confirmed that your T-stat is operational? Put the front end on jack stands (this will also allow you to purge out any air in the system which may cause heat pockets), take off the rad cap, start your car, and watch the fluid in the rad for 3-10 minutes. Once it hits the temp your T-stat is designed for (160-185) the coolant should start moving. If starts moving, IMMEDIATELY replace the rad cap. If no movement happens, start with a new T-stat.
Is that fan strong enough?
Water wetterI have no idea.
So I need a new Radiator? I thought the one I have is good.
So I need a new Radiator? I thought the one I have is good.
Water wetter
My car keeps over heating when I’m driving. It’s a 360 with mild cam. I have a Electric fan. It’s a low profile fan because it’s a small spot. Do I need a bigger fan? Or different radiator?
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You may or you may not. We have no idea what rad you are running. 2 row, 3 row, 4 row, what tube size?
Check the T-stat like I posted first. Just to rule it out. Then make sure your fan is working. On my 1970 Firebird, with a 455, the electric fan stopped working, but temps were still okay when cruising, due to airflow across the rad. At idle, temp crawled up quickly. Make sure those are both working before you move onto the rad as the culprit.
This is a fixable issue. You just need to work through the problem.
well, he asked what I recommended so I gave it in post 22. No response. So, water wetter? Easy enough, pour it in LOLCan you say "Band Aid"?
well, he asked what I recommended so I gave it in post 22. No response. So, water wetter? Easy enough, pour it in LOL
That’s the problem I don’t have any space for one.It looks as though he doesn’t have space for a mechanical fan which would be the best way to go. I agree.
I will try that. ThanksYou may or you may not. We have no idea what rad you are running. 2 row, 3 row, 4 row, what tube size?
Check the T-stat like I posted first. Just to rule it out. Then make sure your fan is working. On my 1970 Firebird, with a 455, the electric fan stopped working, but temps were still okay when cruising, due to airflow across the rad. At idle, temp crawled up quickly. Make sure those are both working before you move onto the rad as the culprit.
This is a fixable issue. You just need to work through the problem.