Radiator Cooling Fan

[QuickSilver]

For aftermarket type, what size are you Guys using?

Quick "Mr. Unorthodox" McSilver

 

[DrEntropy]

On first glance this'll sound glib, BUT: the biggest one that'll fit.

And out there on N-4, making sure the cooling system is clean and clear, too. Radiator shops should still be able to boil & "rod" the thing for a reasonable fee.

If Tony were here he'd jump in and say an auxiliary fan is unnecessary if the cooling system is in proper shape. I partially agree but my caveat is that the system was designed to run in England... NOT in the environs of paved, 90*F+ summers, in stop-n-go (mostly stop) Southern U.S. traffic. There's one on our B, a switch controls it. Set up as a "pusher" in front of the rad. Fancy-schmancy thermo-control is available but just another thing to fail, IMO.

 

[QuickSilver]

I think Tony did tell me that when I asked a while ago but here in Texas I need the best cooling that I can get. I drove the Moke in 120 degree weather with no overheating issues but I don't dare drive the MGB in that same condition, yet.

I will be replacing the two failed factory fans. I know a 16" is too big so maybe I'll go to a 14" slim.

 

[vagt6]

I'm with Doc on the British Isle cooling system design!

Hayden makes fans to fit most applications, you can check out their website to find out which one works for your B.

I've got one on my Midget, works like a charm. My engine and cooling system are in perfect nick, rebuilt engine, new radiator, etc. That fan is definitely needed on hot days in stop-and-go traffic. It's a Hayden (from Moss) with an adjustable rheostat.

IF you engine is in good condition, I wouldn't use one unless you drive in traffic often, or of course if you're experiencing overheating problems (but you already know that).

Let us know what you use . . . Maybe install photos?

 

[Cottontop]

Moss Motors is now distributing the "Texas Kooler" fan.

There are several hundred big Healey owners who'll swear that it is the ONLY fan that will keep their radiators cool in the Texas summers.

I have one on my Ford V8 Modified Healey and it works great !

Go to www.ntahc.org and click on the link at the bottom of the home page for details.

Tim

 

[QuickSilver]

Hi Guys:

I picked up a cheapy 12 incher on eBay for $24 shipped. I will document the process.

The decision now is whether to have it in front of the radiator or in the back. Would love to get one of those chinese aluminum radiators while at it.

 

[DrEntropy]

In front, wired to "push".

 

[QuickSilver]

I'm giving serious considerations to taking out the lump to have the engine bay painted. I've begged the Girlfriend not to allow me in the garage with beer in hand as I might do sumn stupic.

 

[DrEntropy]

Oh dear... No "fan" onna pump. Set up th' electric fan aft of the rad and "suck"... problem is, a 12" ain't BIG enuff!

 

[vagt6]

I'm giving serious considerations to taking out the lump to have the engine bay painted. I've begged the Girlfriend not to allow me in the garage with beer in hand as I might do sumn stupic.

As silly as it may seem, having a nicely detailed engine bay really sets the car off, I think. Worth the effort.

You can paint the bay without removing the lump, but it's not easy and takes tons of masking, etc.

Do it, man! Drink a cool beer, roll up those sleeves, and GO!

 

[QuickSilver]

I hear you Mark, though I might just yank the lump. I have a pesky oil leak that I suspect might be the rear main seal.

Herr Dokkter, the folks at BriTek thinks a 12 is enough but we'll see.

Off on another tangent, is there as such as a wiring harness for sale that encompasses just the engine bay? As you can see my engine bay is an embarrassing rats nest unlike my Moke here: