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erik1903
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Posted: 02/08/08 05:43 PM
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why would you want to replace your stock radiator fan and what is the difference between a puller and a pusher what is better and why any info on this would be great
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2006 TJ Rubicon Express 3.5 31x15 TrXus MT Banks intake/exhaust
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Posted: 02/09/08 07:35 PM
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If you remove the OEM mechanical fan, which is belt driven off the crankshaft pulley, you remove a load off the engine. This will give you more power available to put to the ground and should improve mileage some too. The electric load on the charging circuit of a fan is fairly minimal vs. the mechanical load of the OEM fan. My '54 Willys fan runs all the time because there is no fan clutch. A more modern engine has one to "disconnect" the fan blades when not needed for cooling in an effort to improve mileage.
A pusher fan would be mounted in front of the radiator and force air through it while a puller fan would be mounted behind and draw air through. Electric fans can be controlled by a thermostat and/or an aux switch. As far as which is better, from what I've seen most are puller fans. I think that's because you will have room behind the radiator once the OEM fan is removed and it looks better with the fan out of sight.
I hope this explanation helps.
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erik1903
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Posted: 02/10/08 11:51 AM
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AHHHH i get it now thanks for the info
2006 TJ Rubicon Express 3.5 31x15 TrXus MT Banks intake/exhaust
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