V6 to V8, installing OEM dual fans, what temp on/off for switch?
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V6 to V8, installing OEM dual fans, what temp on/off for switch?
Ordering a fan relay/temp switch/harness install kit and there are many different combos.
83 Firebird with a 350 swap. Running OEM TPI dual fans. Basic setup.
I'm up in New England so most days aren't going to be scorching.
Car isn't driven in the winter.
Won't be seeing much racing, just daily use for the most part.
Options for fans on: 176/180/185/195/210
Options for fans off: 161/165/170/175/190
Was thinking this one: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-890014/overview/
Thoughts?
83 Firebird with a 350 swap. Running OEM TPI dual fans. Basic setup.
I'm up in New England so most days aren't going to be scorching.
Car isn't driven in the winter.
Won't be seeing much racing, just daily use for the most part.
Options for fans on: 176/180/185/195/210
Options for fans off: 161/165/170/175/190
Was thinking this one: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-890014/overview/
Thoughts?
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Re: V6 to V8, installing OEM dual fans, what temp on/off for switch?
IMHO,
I'm thinking anything less than 185* is too cold, won't even really let the engine reach operating temp. I'd personally go with a 190 on, 175 off or even a 205* on, 180 off.
I'm thinking anything less than 185* is too cold, won't even really let the engine reach operating temp. I'd personally go with a 190 on, 175 off or even a 205* on, 180 off.
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Car: 83 bird
Engine: 305/383
Transmission: WC T5
Axle/Gears: 3:42
Re: V6 to V8, installing OEM dual fans, what temp on/off for switch?
Ok cool, that's exactly what I needed to know. Wasn't sure where the old 350 was happiest!
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Joined: Nov 2002
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From: MA, USA
Car: 83 bird
Engine: 305/383
Transmission: WC T5
Axle/Gears: 3:42
Re: V6 to V8, installing OEM dual fans, what temp on/off for switch?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rfw-ar99/overview/
Ended up with this one. Fully adjustable! I'll post results soon
Ended up with this one. Fully adjustable! I'll post results soon
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