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#1
01-14-2009, 01:03 AM
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Radiator Fan Clutch
Probably a stupid question (or stupid person), but I am getting a squeak from my clutched radiator fan audible at idle on my '65 GTO clone. It either dissipates or disappears when I bring the rpms up past 1000. Is there something I can do for that, or do I need to replace it? Thanks in advance.
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01-15-2009, 03:02 AM
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I'm not too sure how the fan clutch could squeak. The unit has sealed bearings and is full of silicone - my money would be on a fan belt. I would think that if it somehow were the clutch, the squeak would only increase with engine speed. Probably time for a new belt anyway, and it is much cheaper than replacing the fan clutch. If the new belt doesn't help, at least you will have a new belt to go along with the clutch you will have to buy.
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01-15-2009, 08:55 PM
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Makes sense. Thanks for the help. I won't be home for months, so it isn't pressing.
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01-16-2009, 02:27 PM
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While youre at it, spin the fan by hand. If it turns more than once on its own, you might need the clutch.
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01-17-2009, 11:39 AM
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Good info, thanks.
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-Joe 1965 GTO Clone- 455- 4 spd-3.08 rear-Fontaine Blue |
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#6
01-17-2009, 05:56 PM
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Take a piece of garden hose that is about 3 feet long. Put one end to your ear and place the other end near various parts of the engine while the engine is running. The garden hose acts as a surprisingly good stethoscope. That is the way I isolated the bearing noise that was actually coming from my alternator bearing.
Let us know what you find out.
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