fan clutch

prestroke diesel · #1 (**permalink**) 04-21-2008, 07:52 PM

my fan clutch went out and i don't have the cash to fix it right away, is there a way to fix it? or disable it so it is not fully engaged all the time? could i drive without a fan or would it heat up really fast??

matts156 · #2 (**permalink**) 04-21-2008, 10:21 PM

It'll run hot if you remove the fan. You're better off leaving the fan as is until you can get the clutch replaced.

northern 7.3 · #3 (**permalink**) 04-21-2008, 10:53 PM

there is a way to lock it up solid. mine went out but i havnt been towing so it stays cool, no problems but my HD mechanic buddy told me about pulling a wire or a spring out of it. something like that...someone on here might be able to add some insight
1991 F250 4x4 7.3 ATS turbo

PLC7.3 · #4 (**permalink**) 04-22-2008, 12:37 AM

Fully engaged is better than not.........

prestroke diesel · #5 (**permalink**) 04-22-2008, 07:30 PM

hmmm.... i was just thinking cause im not pulling anythign with it and its not exsactly hot where i am at.... next question... anyone know where to get one for cheap, or relatively cheap?