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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 11:28 PM
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Fan Conversion Question
How can I convert my mechanical fan into an electrical fan? Also what fan and fan assembly and accessory parts should I buy?

Thanks for any help!
 
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Old Jun 21, 2012 | 12:07 AM
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A Lincoln Mark VIII fan, a SPAL pulse width-modulated (PWM) controller (plus terminals, wire, and connectors).
Total cost should not exceed $200.

Read this article and be inspired: Electric Fan Conversion Using the Notorious Lincoln Mark VIII Fan - FordMuscle
 
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On my list of things to do...Thanks for the link Hio Silver.
 
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thanks for the link , needing to do this as i live in the desert and temps can hit 110
 
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You're welcome.

Let me add... The Mark VIII fan is a current hog. I recommend doing the 130-amp 3G alternator retrofit first or at the same time as the fan conversion.
 
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I figured so , that thing sounds like a jet taking off , if that doesn't keep her cool nothing will .
 
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Thank you sir!
 
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