Should I install a fan clutch

1972 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
104,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WILL CHASE
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Currently have a 6 blade 19” aluminum fan no clutch. Should I change it over to the 18” fan and use the clutch?
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Jan 8, 2020 at 5:34 PM
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If you are driving it normally then you should use a clutch fan. It is less load on the motor, give you a bit more available power and will save you some gas. If you track run it at redline all the time keep the racing fan. The only functional difference is higher airflow with the racing fan. If you arent working the motor real hard the clutch fan is fine.

Rich
Jan 8, 2020 at 9:27 PM
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