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Old May 21, 2008 | 02:59 AM
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does an electric fan really have any advantage over a light weight belt driven
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Old May 21, 2008 | 05:28 AM
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Re: advice wanted

Originally Posted by jeffyjeff06
does an electric fan really have any advantage over a light weight belt driven
The electric only comes on when needed. It can be argued that because the electric fan is not mechanically parasitic, some horse power can be freed up. A search will no doubt provide more info on the debate between electric vs mechanical.

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