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what do you guys think about this product for the 2.8???

Old Jun 17, 2005 | 06:38 AM
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yeah i understand that, but i will still notice an increase in power
yes, and it'll put less stress on your engine, which is also good
 
Old Jun 17, 2005 | 08:45 AM
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Umm, no it wont add 10HP.

The ad doesn't claim it will. The ad says "up to 10 HP", which means anywhere from 0 to 10. Could be 1 HP, could be 5 hP, could be "up to 10 HP".

You do get some reclaimed power, however, when the electric fan is engaged, it pulls electricity, which means your alternator has to generate it, which requires HP from the engine.
 
Old Jun 17, 2005 | 08:52 AM
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they sell the exact same fans on ebay for a 1/4 of the price. I've used them and they work great, I have full confidence in the guys selling them and would trust his fans anyday. I wouldn't pay 199 for it. If you're able to fabricate a couple brackets it's simple and saves yourself $125.

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW

14"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW
 
Old Jun 17, 2005 | 01:11 PM
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Yeah removing the clutch fan usually creates a noticeable difference.
 
Old Jun 17, 2005 | 06:16 PM
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im definately gunna try those ebay fans and tell you guys how they work, but which one should i get 12,14 or 16 inch? Also what else do i need to install it, and how do I know itll work with my car, it doesnt say anything about compatability with diffrent cars.
 
Old Jun 17, 2005 | 06:55 PM
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Why would i have to make my own brackets, it says brackets included. But what confuses me, how do i know these brackets will fit my car, or even the fan itself. Is it all the same for every car or something??
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they sell the exact same fans on ebay for a 1/4 of the price. I've used them and they work great, I have full confidence in the guys selling them and would trust his fans anyday. I wouldn't pay 199 for it. If you're able to fabricate a couple brackets it's simple and saves yourself $125.

12"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW

14"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW
 
Old Jun 18, 2005 | 12:56 AM
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it's probably not going to fit, which is why he said you'll have to fabricate your own brackets...

jared, did you have an electric fan on your 12V?
 
Old Jun 18, 2005 | 01:04 AM
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jared, did you have an electric fan on your 12V?
Nope had plans to do that, but it fell through...
 
Old Jun 18, 2005 | 01:15 AM
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jared, did you have an electric fan on your 12V?
Nope had plans to do that, but it fell through...
i might be considering getting one of these cheap ebay fans...40 bucks to free up a few horses sounds like a pretty good deal
 
Old Jun 18, 2005 | 04:29 AM
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i did that to my jeep and noticed a power increase, but the only time ur clutch fan robs power is when its enguaged, so when ur car is hot it will engauge or when ur ac is on it will enguage. so this electric fan just allows ur car to run stronger in those circumstances. i also wonder if the electric fan will blow as much air as the clutch fan??
 

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