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Old 07-17-2024, 08:28 AM   #1
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mgambuzza, I urge you to replace the fan on your car with a reproduction cast aluminum one. The fan you are running is prone to fatigue cracking and throwing a blade. Failure typically occurs at the bolt holes attaching the fan to the hub.
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Old 07-17-2024, 08:56 AM   #2
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mgambuzza, I urge you to replace the fan on your car with a reproduction cast aluminum one. The fan you are running is prone to fatigue cracking and throwing a blade. Failure typically occurs at the bolt holes attaching the fan to the hub.

Excellent advice - I will also order this with the water pump and check off a couple additional items for the old girl. Thank you!


Update - wow, going through all my regular suppliers and it seems there is zero supply of two blade fans. I'll keep an eye out for them.

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