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Re: Fan control
I have fitted EF thermofans in my NB Fairlane (yes there is at
least one such a model for anyone who thinks Ford totally
skipped from the NA to NC model) and I successfully used thermo
switches from RS components/Altronics/Jaycar fitted to as l
shaped aluminium bracket riveted to the top of the radiator
surround. See my post son page 5, 6 , 7 onwards here
http://www.fordforums.com/showthread.php?t91%067&page=1&pp10%&highlight=thermos
and
http://www.fordforums.com/showthread.php?t11%1459&highlight=thermo
for details. I can also email pic if you want to see what it
looks like (it is all hidden under the fan shroud). They work
fine but the standard alternator has problems on very hot days
keeping up with the climate control these thermos and every
other add on that Fairlanes have.
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Re: Fan control
I have used the copper probe Davies Craig units on other cars
but found that, in addition to being much more expensive, they
can be problematic in terms of creating leaks where the probe
enters the radiator hose. In a 1980 CM Valiant I once had there
was a spare plugged heat sensor switch hole in the top of the
radiator so I simply use a VDO temp warning light sensor/switch
that screwed straight in and wired it via a relay and that
worked really well. Many cars have spare temp sensor switch
holes in the radiator or thermostat housing and this is a neat
factory original look solution. The Fairlane had no spare holes
(lots of existing heat sensors/switches already installed).
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Re: Fan control
Ok the neatest cheapest solution then is drill a hole (or two
for the twin fans) in the top radiator tank and tig weld or
braze a copper nut onto the hole to take the required VDO temp
warning light switch. Use two of different temp settings so one
goes on before the other. Just have a browse in Malz, Supercheap
or whatever to get two temp warning light switches (low as
possible temp setting if you are not brave) and buy he copper
nuts to fit. Then wire through two 60 amp automotive relays
(Altronics/Jaycar).
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Re: Fan control

I'm sure you'll be fine then, but just for the record, I had a
metal probe fitted in where the top hose leaves the radiator
and the auto elec just used a bit of goo (silicone or w/screen
sealant I think) around it before tightening up the hose clamp.
Could be a problem if your hoses are too old and stiff, but
that can be a problem by itself. It's never leaked anyhow, and
that was ten years ago. The radiator's been out a couple of times.
I used a fan unit from Repco mounted on the front of the radiator
which is hidden behind the grille, so the engine bay appearance
is unchanged, except for the absence of the engine fan.
Clifford Heath.

Re: Fan control

Ive cut the hose , inserted some suitable alloy pipe and drop a lump
with the tig then drilled and tapped it , added anti corrosive to the
water and I have a suspicion it might last a while :)
I wont do anything to the radiator as it's worth about $800.00 and I
hope it will last forever .
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