In my 91 Q45, I am noticing my fan blade knocking around on startup about the last 3 or 4 drives. It deflects wildly striking the shroud. It did this once before and I replaced the fan blade. Hadn't done it since until two days ago. It goes away after about a mile, but that's obviously not good enough. Is there a bearing in the part that the fan attaches to that can be changed? Or is it going to require a new water pump? Of course this crap always has to happen on the weekend. Thanks.
Stephen
Uh oh!
Re: Uh oh! (DR.Q)
Did you check the four nuts that hold the fan clutch to the water pump? Those could be loose/missing and cause that problem. Also, check the fan itself and make sure it's not cracking and coming apart, sholdn't happen if you replaced it with a new one but if you swapped a used one on there it could be deteriorated. Other than that, the fan clutch is the only thing I can think of causing the problem, but I'm not sure how it would. How about the shroud itself? Is it all properly fastened? I doubt it's being the water pump, but if it's not fixed soon it may take the pump out also.
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Re: Uh oh! (TheColoradoQ)
Inspect the fan for cracks and such, then check the bolts.. if its been replaced fairly soon.. Id say your OK
Re: Uh oh! (elwesso)
The fan is brand new and everything is tight. But whatever bearing that controls the spinning of the fan is shot. I basically just need to know what part houses that bearing and needs replacement. I will not be driving it until its fixed.
Re: (gniknave)
Hey, that sounds like a deal. I'll drop you an email. Thanks.gniknave wrote:Sounds like the clutch. And I just happen to have a spare one though I'm not sure about how it works since it came from my old engine. Let me know if you wanna give it a shot. I'll send it to you no charge, just pay shipping.
Stephen