Save Most Seized PC Case Fans By Doing This

[@ashrafahmedkhan8902]

Dear Sir, My PC was getting slow and was behaving weird. I emptied up all drives for a fresh installation of Windows. As I have two HDDs installed, I opened the cabinet and removed the power and SATA connection from the second one to avoid any installation issues. To my surprise, I found that the CPU Heatsink Fan Blades were not moving. I googled " CPU heatsink fan blades jammed " and I luckily stumbled upon your video. I did exactly as shown in the video and Voila! Fan blades started running normal. What a simple yet highly effective trick that does the job. Thanks for this tutorial, Sir. ❤😎🎉

[@FrugalStreamer]

I am glad it worked for you!

[@jublywubly]

Brilliant tip! Hopefully this'll sort out my two dodgy case fans. It's not just the cost of replacing a fan for me, I hate wasting things that can be salvaged. In the end, most of what we chuck out just ends up in land fill. Also, as they say, a penny saved is a penny earned! :-)

[@itsZodly]

You are a life saver. My fans sounded like a humming loud clicking noise and this fixed it! Amazing 👏 thank you bro

[@FrugalStreamer]

Glad it helped

[@mason5211]

This also happened to me, it's not because it had no lubricant, it's because the blade was not pushed fully into the fan housing

[@Chronically-Stressed]

Yeah mine keeps going backwards into its case and colliding with the case and stopping, i need to pull it forwards to get it to work​@@mason5211

[@Aidikovo]

Great tip. Thank you. I used Ballistol as a lubricant and it seems to perform well. The only difference was that my fan was not rubber plugged, but sealed shut with plastic. So I had to drill a small hole. I wonder how long it will last with my crude re-sealing attempt.

[@rotitnhoj]

What did you use to drill the hole? Mine are the same way..

[@Aidikovo]

@@rotitnhoj a small drill bit. I think it was the one for wood, nothing fancy. The fan still works, but is definitely underperforming. I don't think the drilling method is sustainable, but will do as an emergency repair method.

[@rotitnhoj]

@@Aidikovo appreciate the info!

[@garo919]

very helpful! my case exhaust fan had this issue where it wouldnt spin unless i spin it initially (which meant that i had to remove the side panel every startup) and i was looking for ways to solve this and stumbled upon this video. didnt even know that sticker was covering a something other than plastic. i used a q-tip to dab a little bit of motorcycle oil i had laying around and at first nothing changed when i tried spinning it myself but when i reapplied the sticker, screwed the fan back on, and booted the pc, the heat from the fan eventually loosened the stock lubricant and let the new oil do its thing

[@Atouani7Khalil]

Simple and genius !! It's working better then how it was when I bought it new.

[@linkthemaster1]

This actually worked for my case fans! I was so nervous about them I hadn't realized they weren't spinning for so long.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Glad you fixed them in time!

[@ishowshorts_01]

My fan wire is gettin a bit loosened and it's intel once I just move the wires the fan fluctuates and spins for a fraction of second but now that also is stopped what can I do

[@FrugalStreamer]

@@ishowshorts_01 Replace the fan or solder it if you know how.

[@twixxtro]

​@@FrugalStreamer what do i do when i don't have that hole in in the middle if the fan

[@FrugalStreamer]

@@twixxtro Buy a new fan. It's a sealed fan and can't be fixed.

[@mason5211]

For me I fixed the issue by pushing the blade of the fan into the housing because it seemed to be a bit loose and would not spin smoothly

[@RubayatOnin25]

When i watched for the first time, I was bit sceptical. But I didn't want to buy a new fan. So I tried this method. It works! Thank you sooo much for this video. It saved me from lots of hassle.

[@gizmo928]

This was literally my problem, you solved it. Thank you so much!

[@KokoroKatsura]

a n i m e n i m e

[@MetalMan1245]

Loved it, unfortunately my fan's motor doesn't seem to be exposed, but still good to know.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Some fans aren't unfortunately.

[@MelEnvision]

I had the same fan from my S340 case that died a few years ago and I threw it out but I'll know next time what to do. Thanks.

[@1122markj]

Thank you so much for this I've always wondered how to fix fluid bearing fans! Lots of questions for you though! 1.*Can your technique help a fan where dust accumulated in it? 2.*Or does dust not affect fluid bearing fans? 3.*Is it just use time that makes a fan seize up how yours did? Or a combination of use time AND dust? 4.* Without a filter I know fans spinning can pull in dust but as far as not spinning goes, I have a few unused PC fans laying around uncovered in a room right now (for months until I heard about dust messing them up) but I still have a few laying there right now for a couple days. So, do you think if given enough time, dust will build-up and make them seize up sooner rather than later when they are finally used? Sorry for so many questions. Googling isnt helping me at the moment. Plus I like to ask people myself.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Dust will affect it. But, it should be sealed normally.

[@Capstein]

You're a legend - it worked w my NZXT fan that's the same as yours^^^ AND AND it worked for my Cooler Master fan that's built different They both weren't working. Thank you

[@FrugalStreamer]

Sweet!

[@johnsadventures4675]

My fan does not have the Bearing shown. It is closed. Seems molded or somethin.

[@claudelussier8783]

Great idea, mine was not working for while and I want to bring to the computer repair shop. I saw your video and I tried, I fixed all the fan on my computer , on 5 I had only 2 were working. Thanks Again.

[@FrugalStreamer]

That's awesome!

[@swabianking]

Thank you, just saved me £30 on a replacement 200mm fan, was just starting to make noises and taking a while to start up, looked up your tip, got the ol 3 in 1, fan is as good as new.

[@FrugalStreamer]

That's awesome!

[@levismith2044]

This was very helpful, thank you!

[@FrugalStreamer]

You're welcome 😊

[@flake8382]

Hey nice idea! I purchased new fans anyway because they're relatively cheap, but this should keep me going until the new ones arrive.

[@Hammi4Real]

FUCK YES IT LIVES. Now I just need a cheap adhesive for the removed sticker.

[@rinkaru]

my fan then suddenly makes a clicking noise how do I fix this?

[@alrikster8377]

Fixed my fan! Thank you!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Awesome!

[@ScubaSteveo55]

Thank you so much sir, both intake and exhaust fan were siezed up and this tip cured it. Amazing tip

[@realbadtech9318]

Any tips for magnetic fans? I've got a Zalman CPU cooler for LGA 775 and the fan is seized up on it. I'd like to save the cooler

[@BurgerFlipperJoeBlow]

Have nzxt z73 fans and checked both the front and back and no rubber plug to take apart the fan. Has some rattling now and can’t find anything on taking it apart

[@Wazzit2ya]

one of my pc fan not spinning. When i tried to manually spin it, it didnt felt smooth. Gonna try this method later.

[@WingsOfADream1]

worked for me. fan was squeeky then died fully and would get hot... pulled the sticker off... nothing back there that was accessable... ripped the fan blades off and put 1 drop in and she spins great again.

[@Arizona_Ranger]

so simple, yet so effective, thank you

[@AldoApachi-]

Bht my fan doesnt have that opening on the back. Its a whole thing. Should i pull the fan from.the front?

[@xqasax2333]

thanks man, you helped this poor soul get his fan fixed

[@FrugalStreamer]

Happy to help

[@toiletgaming2005]

i have a coolermaster fan which spins upto like 5000rpm and i had to drill a hole in it to oil it i wonder if the piece of tape has come loose and spilled the bicycle chain oil everywhere

[@arx117]

My wire disconnected from soldering....problem is i don't have solder equipment and if i bought solder equipment, its same cost as fans itself

[@V4PoRiZeR20]

you fixed my fan thank you i never knew this

[@Blahblahblah242]

How do you take the fan off because for me the fan is plug into something behind and I’m not able to see what it’s plugged into to if you aren’t able to help me that’s fine

[@FrugalStreamer]

They are usually screws but I have had some that fit in snap in brackets.

[@cbmgleyva7273]

This worked perfectly! Thank you!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Great to hear!

[@tomjohn3387]

I mnow this an old vid but i thought id ask. I have a series s fan that jams up sometimes. Problem is that there is no hole in the top. Would it help to put some oil in the slot in the side and hopefully try to work it to the middle. Thanks in advance!

[@FrugalStreamer]

I don't think so, but if all else fails, I guess it's worth a try. Might mess it up more though

[@tomjohn3387]

@The Frugal Streamer I did it and yeah, it actually worked. I used sewing machine oil and a syringe to get deep on there. Keep up the good work!

[@YaayItszRhea]

sweet, now i just need to stare at my case long enough to figure out how to get the fans out to do this :')

[@FrugalStreamer]

Phillips 🪛 and four screws

[@alexandergns7912]

i feel u brother

[@rotitnhoj]

My sticker did NOT come off that easy lol! Thanks for the upload

[@FrugalStreamer]

No worries!

[@franciscopereirajorge2050]

Problem in mine is that is has dusk mixed with cat fur inside so the fans are seized and its 3 of 5 in my pc. should I so the same or how to properly clean them up? Rgds from brazil!

[@FrugalStreamer]

You may be able to get little pip cleaners from a craft store and use that to go in and clean any debris that may be in there. That and canned air. Then, lubricate.

[@everennui1]

I have the same case, and that same fan is giving me guff.

[@FrugalStreamer]

There ya go.

[@everennui1]

@@FrugalStreamer mine doesn't seem to lock up. It just gets really loud, so I have to open the case and pull the fan away from the housing so it doesn't rub.

[@Sharkbar_]

Thank you so much, you helped me fix my exhaust fan on my K40 Laser. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Thanks for watching!

[@BravoSixGoingDark]

My CORSAIR AF140 fans are sealed. can't oil them from the back. I had to oil it from the side holes.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Glad it worked out for you though. Good to know.

[@AlecRife]

2 drops of oil I use for my hair trimmer and she works like new again. Cheers!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Yeah that oil works great too

[@shawngagne4039]

How about white lithium grease it's heavy duty and relatively inexpensive, I used it to revive an old box fan once.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Problem with any grease is it will gather grime and there's no way to clean and replace it.

[@Aboahmad592]

Can vegetable oil be used?

[@FrugalStreamer]

I wouldn't

[@TamalPlays]

no

[@shottyjonny3972]

Hey I’m having some PC problems and noticed this fan was seized up, would a fan doing this cause the PC to bluescreen with a “uncorrectable” error. Seems a bit dramatic but i can’t find anything else wrong

[@FrugalStreamer]

If it is overheating, yes. Monitor your temps. If they are getting over 90, it very well could be

[@montadhermuhamed2017]

I got a one deepcool fan not spinning out of 4 and it makes little noise, it's been less than 2 months since i got the pc what should i do

[@Chris-liwymi]

i did not have 3 in 1, but i used the smallest amount of wd40, let's hope i dont die

[@FrugalStreamer]

WD40 isn't a lubricant. It will not hold up long.

[@Chris-liwymi]

@@FrugalStreamer i shall update you when it stops, at least this will be a good test

[@KsaThug]

@@Chris-liwymi any update

[@Chris-liwymi]

@@KsaThug it is still working perfectly fine

[@KsaThug]

@@Chris-liwymi thx for the replay i used a hair cliper blade oil it worked fantastic never hear a sound

[@RixtronixLAB]

Nice info, thanks :)

[@FrugalStreamer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Accordoms]

Fixed my hound heater! Thank you.

[@y031962]

thank you so much for posting this

[@FrugalStreamer]

No problem 😊

[@kennedyaguilar2792]

thanks for your help, it worked perfectly for mine!

[@SanchitTewari]

Can I use mustard oil for this? or this specific oil

[@FrugalStreamer]

I don't know. My intuition says no

[@SanchitTewari]

@@FrugalStreamer I actually used mustard sunflower oil (2 drops). For now its fine. Fingers Crossed!

[@byedesign2000]

Thank you for this, saves me from throwing a fan

[@FrugalStreamer]

Sweet!

[@shooshoodemoo2610]

Thanks worked for me!! life saver!

[@rsuter9090]

Thank you! This works but cheaper fans (around .90 cents) have no stopper and the sticker doubles as the stopper!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Wow, Ok.

[@Abdulaziz-mm3fc]

It worked man, thank you

[@munchuirodriguez8350]

Thank you, it made my GPU come back to life

[@cyclemonkey]

Thank you so much, saved my fan too!

[@alexanderter757]

Actually helpful, thx.

[@yousseftunisia638]

Does vegetable oil work

[@FrugalStreamer]

Never tried it, but my guess, at first short-term, maybe. Long-term, no.

[@RenArthurCorillo]

my cpu fan doesn't have that hole. it's like a solid plastic. any suggestion?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Unserviceable

[@ultimate_pawnch]

You're a lifesaver, dude.

[@CR125MANIAC]

Thanks helped me out and got my fan spinning up again.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Nice!

[@vitorgonzaga515]

Thank you! ♥

[@chanleykoopman7206]

Thank you very much sir... It does work

[@Titanical_]

thanks, fixed mine, now my computer wont act as a space heater (not as much anyway)

[@HaiderAli-nq4lh]

i have 9 fans and 4 stopped working one day I contacted corsair so they can fix it but no help as of yet I have no idea what to do any ideas

[@ebk_onms]

same bro

[@PixieeSticksss]

Sammeee but my fans are 10 years old so they won't do crap about it, but I did fix it.

[@lunix3259]

What can I use other than 3in1 oil?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Any thin synthetic should do

[@coruscaregames]

My fan doesn't have a rubber thing, it's a solid piece of plastic

[@joshygaminghub7428]

how about those modern pc fans that has no access holes in the back of sticks?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Trash, sorry.

[@markaaroneugenio4036]

Thanks for this man

[@FrugalStreamer]

Sure thing!

[@lperezph]

Effective, i lube my fan every year... I recommend lubing the new fan too.. Not enough lubrication from factory

[@FrugalStreamer]

Yeah, not a bad idea at all.

[@vec_knows4659]

does it work even with simple oil?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Depends on viscosity. It needs to be thin.

[@bmegatron]

what happens if you block a fan from spinning , will it become so hot as to ignite ? , just as temporary fix till next month comes

[@FrugalStreamer]

Yes. Yes unplug it.

[@neeraj563]

My PC made a sound like "PEEEEEEEEEEEE". I switched off the PC, opened up the box and started again. Found this chasis fan not rotating. As I touched its cable, it started spinning. Sometimes it could be the cable faulty or loose ends.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Of course. Good troubleshooting! Tidy up that connector!

[@AintPopular]

How long will it work again for

[@FrugalStreamer]

Mine is still working.

[@asdf7078]

what are the alternatives to lubricant oil?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Any low viscosity multi-purpose oil will do, but don't use WD40. It is not designed to lubricate. 3-in-1 brand oil is easy to find, hence why I recommend it.

[@asdf7078]

i have a shell helix hx5 at home, does it work or nah?

[@FrugalStreamer]

@@asdf7078 I personally wouldn't because of all the additives in motor oil.

[@ebk_onms]

so basically i have corsair LL120 rgb pack witch incluned 3 fans i set up everything it worked then like 2 weeks decided to downloud iCUE its software that change colors of your fans and then next day i noticed my fan wasnt spinning i think its because of that app but even i uninstalled the 1 fan didnt spin and 2 were fine

[@chillbenison]

Can I used water based lubricant?

[@FrugalStreamer]

LOL, no.

[@bengreen9186]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@FrugalStreamer]

No worries!

[@K4zzio]

can i use motocross oil?

[@FrugalStreamer]

Motocross oil?

[@lizandrito1742]

My system fan doesn’t move at all

[@FrugalStreamer]

Even after doing this?

[@raitertothefuture]

Can I use olive oil/some sort of it instead?

[@FrugalStreamer]

I guess you could but I can't see it lasting long.

[@wileymonair]

I have Whales hair clipper oil! What do you think about that?

[@FrugalStreamer]

@@wileymonair That would probably be fine.

[@notsofunamirul]

Help my fan still not working.

[@MagnaBoss_]

What kind of oil is that?

[@FrugalStreamer]

3 in 1 household oil.

[@nachos4169]

Thanku my man

[@chrispbacon8980]

Can I use WD40?

[@FrugalStreamer]

No

[@chrispbacon8980]

@@FrugalStreamer yeah I bought some machine oil

[@JJFX-]

@@FrugalStreamer A mechanic shop I used to work next to would joke that most of their business was probably from all the people who still think WD40 is a lubricant when in reality it ends up having the opposite effect. Judging by all these comments I see nothing has changed.

[@FrugalStreamer]

@JJFX- Sad isn't it...

[@dwoinktv]

Thanks 😉

[@FrugalStreamer]

You're welcome!

[@jargga]

thank u!!

[@FrugalStreamer]

Thanks for watching!

[@MRmagnatron]

Great video just leave your finger right where everyone needs to see.

[@FrugalStreamer]

There's always one.

[@Ho_SSam]

can i use food's oil ?

[@FrugalStreamer]

No

[@Wingedshadowwolf]

I'll have to see if mine is a fluid type.

[@walter354]

thanks, dude

[@FrugalStreamer]

No problem 😊

[@Chazzee23]

Thanks mate.

[@FrugalStreamer]

Ta

[@TijmenRules]

can i use WD40 spray

[@FrugalStreamer]

No. WD40 is not a lubricant.

[@CEOYouTube]

my fans was coverd with hard plastic so i drilled it and put the oil and it worked 10/10 thank you so much :D

[@FrugalStreamer]

Glad it helped!

[@jayveemagtanong9622]

can i use wd-40 for this?

[@FrugalStreamer]

It won't last long because it isn't a true lubricant.

[@jayveemagtanong9622]

@@FrugalStreamer what do u suggest using?

[@FrugalStreamer]

@@jayveemagtanong9622 What I said in the video

[@adansmith8280]

HAHA NZXT, THIS IS WHY THEY CANCELLED THERE PHANTOM LINE

[@119_mohraflialamzah5]

Any oil Will do?

[@FrugalStreamer]

No. I recommend a low viscosity oil because of the speed of the fan. The 3 in 1 household oil I used does well. Do not use a grease. You can get the 3 in 1 almost anywhere.

[@119_mohraflialamzah5]

@@FrugalStreamer thank you mate, it's working, thank you very much