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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 08:08 PM
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My 96 5.8L runs very cool and I don't have any issues with it. I did want to know about the effect of running the engine with the fan taken off. Would there be any dire consequences? Thanks.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 08:58 PM
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Other than overheating at slower speeds and city driving (no air flow), I can't think of any.
 
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More fan air improves A/C. I like my severe duty fan clutch that reminds me of a garbage truck at times when it is hot.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2009 | 08:16 AM
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Cooler is always better than hotter and the fan doesn't kill that much HP in the first place.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2009 | 04:33 PM
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I'm not sure what angle your question is aimed at. If you are thinking of running without any fan, I think thats crazy. Even if you start it and drive right away most times and live in a cold climate, If you forget one time and let it run to long at a stop, you'll regret it. What would be the purpose? If your trying to save HP or stress on your pump shaft, get an electric. I have one and like it because it makes room to work on the engine and the A/C works better at a stop. But, I have to tell you, I cant tell the differnce in performance.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2009 | 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by helirich
I'm not sure what angle your question is aimed at. If you are thinking of running without any fan, I think thats crazy. Even if you start it and drive right away most times and live in a cold climate, If you forget one time and let it run to long at a stop, you'll regret it. What would be the purpose? If your trying to save HP or stress on your pump shaft, get an electric. I have one and like it because it makes room to work on the engine and the A/C works better at a stop. But, I have to tell you, I cant tell the differnce in performance.
OK, I get it. I was thinking of trying to save mileage, but since you guys have read me the riot act, I see the error in my ways.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2009 | 11:26 PM
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Also, if you're trying to reduce the strain in the engine, you could get a high performance nylon fan. It's a lot lighter, and designed not to drag as much air (wich isn't that good... but no pain no gain they say).
 
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