Please confirm Aux - fan replacement, current is wobble and hits the shroud and blows the fuse if hit a bump.

I have priced a SPAL replacement fan in NZ... $305, looks like I can get the same fan in Aus landed in NZ for $177 NZ free post.
The NZ supplier will replace if it to big..11inch but I do not need the hassle buying from Aus.

So will 11inch - PUSHER (please confirm) not puller fit or is it 10inch....?
Going with standard setup, so new Viscous clutch and fan on order.

Next question is if I join the wires on the thermostat and the fan runs, why can't I run wires from the thermostat wires to a switch in the cockpit to turn on the fan when I want, the thermostat will still work if the switch is off and the fan will run if I turn the switch on? Best of both worlds.

Oh and any advise for fitting?

Funny thing is there is a switch in the glove box now, not sure why but could be useful,currently does nothing, and I have found wires under the bonnet that go no where, have not tested them to see if they are connected.

https://www.xtremeautoparts.com.au/s...wcart.asp?cs=1

NZ version $305
https://www.autoair.co.nz/shop/Shop+...ER+EF3531.html

Any advise appreciated from the great mind in this forum.
cheers A

 

 

Thanks for the info on the fan.
89 V12 - need to update my signature.

 

I have found a post that will help a lot.

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...lp-r-r-124864/
Just what I needed.

 

So the plan is unfolding.. thought i would add some detail if anyone whats to have a go and learn from my mistakes, also appriciate all the wisdom that can be offered.

New BLACK fan and clutch, new Aux fan – plus a cooling system over haul.
Fan and clutch – purchased.
New radiator hoses – kit SNG
Flush radiator – (radiator looks good and has a sticker on it from a radiator shop, fingers crossed)
Coolant Filters - x 2 - Tefba - no idea here
New Belts – manners / SNG
Thermostats Stant superstat stainless – drill 4mm bleed hole in the rim – orientation 12 -oclock? 82C
Part number 45398 - x 2 - $36 NZD Delivered. - Looks OK.... fingers crossed.
Check rubber flap on engine side of fan shroud -should be nice and supple is my guess.

Aux fan – SPAL - confirmed it’s a puller.
https://www.xtremeautoparts.com.au/s...s-301p3236.htm
6.9A - 1030 CFM - 83W -

Maradyne fan M123K - Amazon much cheaper

How easy to remove the shroud? - as long as I do not have to touch the aircon!

I have found an older post – adding a SPAL fan – just what I want.
Quoted:
The fan motor is quite expensive.
If you are not a worshipper of the original equipment, you can use a universal fan.
The shroud has an opening of approx 11.5", so you can fit a universal 12" fan cover perfectly.
Of course the fan blade is too large, so you can replace the blade with the one from 10" or 11" fan or you can cut the 12" blade to fit. I chose the latter way.
You can easily fix the fan with some cable ties.










So I am after a 12inch puller SPAL fan trim the blades to fit then wire it on.
Hoses to replace.

Expansion Tank & Water pipe
1) CCC4723 – water hose (no 6) $4.29
2) C43999 Hose – valve to water pipe (No 22) $6.40
3) CCC6343 Hose – Valve to heater (no 24) $7.57
4) CCC6339 Hose – Heater return hose (25) $9.52
5) CAC5125 Hose (no 28) $9.07
6) CAC46052 Hose (no 29) $5.07
7) CAC46051 Hose (no32) $8.13

Radiator Hoses
8) CBC4838 Radiator Hose top RH - vin 144524+ - (no1) $19.78
9) C43267 Radiator Hose Top LH (no 2) $9.52
10) C41103 - Radiator hose bottom water heater (no6) $10.80
11) C41099 - Radiator Hose bottom - $18.11
12) C36996 - Radiator hose bottom elbow $90.22

Looks like the hose kit is the way to go....
Hose Kit Reinforced
Product Code: HK029

Part Type:
Standard
A complete set of cotton reinforced water carrying hoses for the engine bay of your vehicle. The kit include all cooling and heater water carrying hoses. The hoses are cotton reinforced, reducing the risk of collapse and providing longevity.
$96.61
Not in stock - Available to backorder
qty: 1

Belts
1) EAC1605 compressor / airpump $12.24
2) EAC 1323 steering pump drive $8.40
3) C43070 - Aircompressor $10.32
4) EAC 9369 Alternator (vin 57572 on ) $13.70 – ABS brakes

What have I missed?

 

Found another thread where the OP removed the shroud with out removing the radiator.. is this possible?
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-huzzah-92617/

If this can be done i will change the two fans for now and do the big job in winter.


Thanks Daim for the picture

 

I cut a bit of extra metal on my shroud and stuck a cheap $20 12" fan in mine. It just wired to come on with the ignition, no problems.