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Mar 12, 2011 | 08:55 PM

Egray

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Fan Clutch Replacement

Any tips for me before I commence replacing my 5.3 fan clutch with a OEM part? Thanks in advance.

Egray
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Mar 12, 2011 | 10:45 PM

Doug

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Other than tight working quarters it's the same as any other fan clutch job. Get some extra fine thread nuts as, if you're anything like me, you'll drop a couple into the abyss.

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Mar 12, 2011 | 10:50 PM

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Oh, another thing. On installing the new clutch get all the nuts started on 1-2 threads before running any of them down all the way. You'll see why.

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Mar 15, 2011 | 11:02 AM

Egray

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Smooth, by the book, Sunday afternoon project.
Thanks Doug

Mar 15, 2011 | 08:31 PM

JameyXJ6

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I was going to replace my clutch and fan (it has a crack in it)..is it better to eliminate it and just go with electric?

Mar 15, 2011 | 09:33 PM

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Lots of guys prefer electric. There are several "plus" aspects and no "cons"...other than the installation itself.....which isn't too bad if you're reasonably handy.

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Mar 16, 2011 | 05:49 AM

JameyXJ6

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what about electric waterpumps? Good, bad or indifferent? It seems to me they'd be more consistant because their speed doesn't change and could easily be wired to circulate even after the engine was shut down.