Selecting the correct Engine Fan

[@lakesideranch]

Great chat about the science and physics of the cooling system. You obviously have a wealth of knowledge and first-hand experience on the subject. I'm amazed that with a little pressure (7 to 16 PSI) you can maintain 180 to 195-degree temps in a cooling system fitted with a properly sized fan and related shrouding. I enjoyed your explanation of fan placement, size, and airflow considerations. Much respect to anyone who has had a cooling system that was underperforming and resolved the issue with these guidelines. Work safe, stay cool, happy cruising! (Love seeing your beautiful Studebaker in the videos, 5 stars) Doug@ the "ranch"

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Doug, most of the car show are during the summer months. So if you show your car you have to be prepared for some hot weather. Enjoy your week.

[@pd2865]

Good video. I had a 0.60 289 Reed Cam in my Mustang. Went to a two long row Cold Case aluminum radiator Seal 301020049 electric fan. Worked great till the electric fan did not work in Florida heat. The first comment when I post is why did you not look at your temp gauge? Easy answer, terrible rude Florida drivers who cut you off, break at the last minute and have zero respect for other drivers while getting nowhere faster. You so far have the best video. And the only one talking about fan depth. This is the first major issue I have had with this engine since 1998.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Like you say every car has it challenges. Finding the right cooling combination takes a while at times. Thanks and appreciate your comment

[@ToddAndrewCole]

Hi Lloyd! I'm a big fan of your video about engine fans. Somehow I feel cooler with all the talk about fans! I also learned a lot; thank you. A pleasant Tuesday to you. Take care.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Todd, as simple as the job is for any fan there is no one answer for all vehicles. Stay cool Buddy

[@TheEZGZ]

Good info and some good option's. Like you say, some times you just have to leave that performance car at home because of the time of year and temp circumstances. Thanks for sharing your preference.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks GZ, this combination worked really good on my application. Enjoy your week.

[@scottboettcher]

I've got a moderately built Ford 427FE stroked to 449. It's in my '68 Ford F-100 and I run a four-row Champion aluminum rad. I have an electric fan that runs connected to my Edelbrock EFI system. I can adjust the fan temps on the fly, and I set it to kick in based on the SoCal weather. I can keep that thing under 185º all day long. Thte rad also cools the tranny (C6) fluid, and is plenty to keep me on the road. Using a single electric fan in the center with a shroud.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Sounds like you have a well planned cooling system. Congrats on a great job

[@scottboettcher]

@@RustyGlovebox Thank you. Just took it out post-install and it stayed

[@rpeek]

Fan Fan Fan.. i was just thinking about .. wondering about which fan will work when I put the SBC in the Rat Rod. I ran the original old steel 4 blade in the Caddy. Would like to run the same in the Chebby. Want to keep the engine so that the driveshaft still works to the t-5 and was wondering if the fan would be near enough to the radiator. Just me mulling over rat rod stuff here.

[@RustyGlovebox]

With both your cars having the engine exposed , you shouldn't have to much of a problem. A flex fan is simple but it needs to line up with the rad to get a good air flow. Good luck on what you install.

[@rpeek]

@@RustyGlovebox Started sorting through the engines yesterday and found the 4 bladed fan for the 283. I didn't measure the caddy motor but probably should just to ease my mind, but it doesn't matter. I'll make it fit. I like the old fans on the rat rods. Think I kind of lean towards a traditional hot rod look more than some. Probably because I'm an old guy.. hahaha.

[@wyattoneable]

I heard that some mid engine cars have 10 or more radiators just to keep everything cool. One is enough and you did it right!

[@RustyGlovebox]

Having one is enough for me. More than that and it just starts getting really complicated. Thanks and take care

[@rockerpat1085]

I'm a fan Rusty of all the fan's!!! I personally like the electric fan's, but even they need a shroud!!! Down side to the electric fan's is they only last so long before the brushes wear out and need replacement!!! Fan-tastic video Rusty!!! Keep Rocking it out!!!

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Pat, i agree with you . There isn't one answer for every car. Some work better than others on specific vehicles. Take care

[@mikegunnellsministriesinc5384]

Good information well spoken giving people alot of different options to look at! May God bless you and your family Greatly

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Mike, Sometimes it takes more air to keep the engine compartment cool with additional air flow.

[@MissouriOldTimer]

several years ago there was a flex blade fan company up here at Rolla, I think it was schwitzer , they moved out and B&S moved in for a while and now, as far as I know , nothing is in the building, I had a clutch fan on my 67 4-4-2 and it locked up,, talk about noise and the dust would just boil our from under the car on a gravel road.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Those clutch fan can be a problem when they wear out. Lucky if they don't come apart when they fail. Thanks Vernon

[@bryancampbell431]

Hey great video I just install dual electric fans in my chevy tahoe. I noticed while testing these efans knocks the battery completely dead. Im considering going back to a clutch fan or maybe combination of both. My question is do I need to reflash my pcm to get the clutch fan to work again.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I would go back with a new clutch . I wouldn't think you would need to reflash unless you had a problem with it before. Good luck.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Good video Lloyd. How about a shop video including your posse of vehicles?

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks George , that sounds like a good idea.

[@koioo2]

back in the day i had a 1998 opel corsa cdx 1.4 4 cylinder Ecotec motor and under the winter control and certificate i replaced the radiator with the fan but it did t worked and believe it or not i manage with a boiling hot motor to go to the dealer was half-hour drive.was replaced all worked.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Alberto, car cooling systems can be challenging at times and expensive to repair. Enjoy you week

[@not2fast4u2c]

I have a flex fan on my 79 Ford truck and it has the original shroud ..I pulls a lot of air when you rev the engine ..A great improvement over the factory 4 bladed fan..Electric fans are a great Idea when mixing matching different engines and radiators

[@RustyGlovebox]

Te flex fan works good for me. It can move enough air to keep the engine cool and keep the engine compartment flowing the heat out. Thanks and take care

[@claytoncartozian8072]

Great information, and the music was a nice touch!

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks, air flow can be a challenge at times. Have a great week

[@bigwadventures7061]

Whole bunch of Great Information and many options. Thanks for sharing and helping us out. Have a great week my friend and stay cool. BigW:-)

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Wendell, I had tried a little bit of everything and this one does the trick for me and my application. Enjoy your week

[@805ROADKING]

Good info Bud!! Alotta options out there, ya just have to find what works eh!!☺

[@RustyGlovebox]

Very true, no one answer for everyone but this one works for me. Thanks and take care

[@scottpearsontoolsmore185]

Great video thanks brother. A lot goes into the equation when choosing one. I remember the first Monticarlo probably spelled wrong. I opened the hood and the fan shroud looked like a quarter of a 50 gallon drum. We use two electric fans on the simi race trucks. They do a great job and they are also helping cool the power steering. The power steering system we have going through a oil cooler. The race car I worked on was a flex fan and I didn't like it at all . This video will help out a lot of people. Keep up the great work see you in the next video thanks again brother

[@RustyGlovebox]

I remember those shrouds on those Monte's. Almost more shroud than engine. Thanks Scott

[@SteveRobReviews]

Terrific info Lloyd. My F150 has an electric fans and they are great for fast warm-up in winter . My fans never go on unless I turn the AC on. Not quite Texas hot up here :)

[@RustyGlovebox]

When it gets close to 100 it can be a problem but with a little work it can be overcome. Thanks Steve

[@PappysCorner]

Some good stuff we don't always think about. Thanks Lloyd.!!

[@RustyGlovebox]

We take it for granted it will stay cool. Lots of engineering goes into it. Thanks Pappy

[@BobNchannel]

good advice and info Lloyd , man your engine looks great spit and polish.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I go to car show when ever I can so it need to be ready to go. Thanks Bob

[@MalcOfLincoln]

Seem to remember fans are only required at very low speed, or stationary Lloyd. So electric ones are the most efficient.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I had a problem at all speeds but this fan moves enough air to keep the engine running cool. Thanks Malc

[@MalcOfLincoln]

@@RustyGlovebox Of course, it's not an original setup is it Lloyd. I had an old car once (can't remember what make) but it got hot in traffic. Going somewhere on a hot day, I had to keep stopping to let it cool down.

[@johnstrange6799]

Lots of good thoughts and info on the topic. I bet this video does very well over time.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks John, I talk to a lot of people with customized cars with the common problem of overheating

[@GDTractor]

Thanks for the tips Rusty .. flex fans/clutch fans (or electric fan) - interesting .. thanks for the explanation !! and description of position of fan . ... so far I have not had the need extra fan but may on the air cooled generator engine .. Thx Rusty Gary

[@RustyGlovebox]

I like that gen set. That would really be handy if you had an outage. Thanks and take care Gary

[@1970chevelle396]

I put the stock clutch fan on my Chevelle. It looks like it must be really hot in Texas.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I don't know what engine my car originally had but after adding a V8 it had a hard time staying cool when temps got close to 100. This 7 blade fan did the trick for my application. Thanks Ken

[@txsviking]

A lot of things involved. Our Texas summers add to the equation I bet.

[@RustyGlovebox]

You wouldn't think it would be that involved but sometimes you have to really work for a good solution. Thanks Terry

[@ronsmith7739]

I think one would work best with a electric water pump and fan. You need to get a much larger alternator, 150 or better.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I bet you are right. The electric pump would give added temperature control. Thanks and take care

[@buzzsah]

Great info, not everyone thinks about fans / cooling until they overheat and blow head gaskets, transmissions.... A friend Tommy had a 64 GTO he too went from a vert to a horz and also added an oil cooling system. It did the job until he totaled the can street racing. :(

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Buzz, there are a lot of options to handle high engine temperatures. No easy answer every time.

[@ramblers69]

Informative video Lloyd, been wanting to go to an electric an setup on my Dodge Ram, :)

[@RustyGlovebox]

Good luck selecting one that works for you. Get the highest CFM that will fit for your truck. Thanks Tom and enjoy your week

[@JustPlainCommonSense]

I learned something new today. Thanks Lloyd!

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Robert, with the hot summer temps it may take a little extra work to get a custom classic to run cool year round. Enjoy your week.

[@MothershipVideos]

Really great info Lloyd.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Noel, not one fan is the answer for every custom car. Enjoy your week

[@WallysPlace66]

I'm a fan of yours Lloyd. Just don't stick me under the hood.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Ha ha don't worry Ron. It is working pretty good now. Thanks

[@jankotze1959]

Very good info, I never heard about a flex fan, I will have to google that, thanks for a great video my friend, very useful information

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thank Jan, these are a common aftermarket fan that work good in some cases. Take care

[@jimconway6173]

Very helpful.. Thank You Rusty.

[@RustyGlovebox]

We have all had those vehicles that are tough to cool at time. Thanks

[@langstonjones69]

Great videos! Thanks

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks for watching!

[@thomassoltis5862]

Great video brother keep up the awesome work

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Thomas , looks like I have a good combination for our climate.

[@MrMach1]

Great info! Thanks for sharing

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Gary, mechanical fans still have a place today . They move lots of air.

[@3DOutdoors]

Great information.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Dan, finding the right combination can take some time but it can be done. Take care

[@NathansFerroceriumrods1]

Good information.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Nathan, there isn't always an easy solution for a single problem.

[@wtbm123]

All good info .

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks Terry, this fan did the trick on my application.

[@BruceBoschek]

Guess it's time to put a new fan on my Yazoo! Thanks Mr. Glovebox.😉

[@RustyGlovebox]

I bet that Yazoo just needs a little running Bruce . That mower is a real workhorse . Have a great week my friend.

[@carcrazycansgarage3073]

I'm a fan of flex fans keeping it simple. Thanks for your awesome info Rusty.

[@RustyGlovebox]

Thanks George, I agree, if you have the space it is much simpler and moves much more air.

[@MrHevyshevy]

Simple is good.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I agree, for me with this car it needed the extra power it had to move more air. Thanks

[@willcojak9650]

Very Hot Here. Not a good day for Hot Roddin. Looking forward to Fall.

[@RustyGlovebox]

It is supposed to be hot all along the gulf coastal states . I think we will seeing even more before its over. Hang in there Buddy

[@FLYBOY-eh5th]

There's no rust in my glovebox, I'm sorry you have it in yours.

[@RustyGlovebox]

🤣Thanks for stopping by. Take care

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Good way to get rid of some hot air. Course the wife just tells me not to talk and that would fix it.

[@RustyGlovebox]

I guess that will fix it in some cases as long as the wife is happy...ha ha. Thanks and take care

[@mostlymoparih5682]

@Stovebolt50 Hey hey hey No comments from the Peanuts Gallery. :> )