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jdalexa84 · 01-28-2020, 10:36 AM

I have read several threads about wiring these fans and I have learned that they are not 2 speed fans without the resistor. I am ok with that I will just use the one speed.
My question is if I use 2 relays one connected to one of the positive wires for pcm control (LS swap) and another relay to the other positive for the ac to trigger will that work? I am probably overthinking this. On the Windstar harness both positive wires are connected to each other.

Andy4639 · 01-28-2020, 01:29 PM

Here is a thread I did on my truck and Impala. When I had the LS dropped in they swapped in the dual Camaro fans so I took the Windstar fan and put it in the 64 SS Impala. Its still hooked up and runs like a champ after 4 years.
The thing about my LS swap I didn't like was the AC over rides all the shut offs for the fan if the AC is on. I didn't want the fans running when going down the road. The air moving through the radiator is plenty and no need for the fans to be running. It just burns the fans up faster.
This is for my setup and they may have come up with a fix for this now.
My fix only cost $20.00 to add the micro switch and I didn't have to take the AC lines a part to add a trainery switch either.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=738555

**clay68c10** · 01-28-2020, 04:49 PM

Hook it up the same way GM hooked up the fans in the later trucks. 2008 silverado 2500 wiring diagram should do it. Your PCM can run it 2 speed with no resistors, just 3 relays.
Low speed has both fans running in series
High speed has them running separately (parallel)

saxart · 01-29-2020, 07:53 AM

I'm running the Windstar fans with a 350SBC and a RockAuto radiator. One of the two fans is wired to a temp switch in the thermostat housing, and the other to a switch under the dash. I find that the single fan is more than enough to pull the engine temps down in traffic, and it's nice to have the other fan as a manual auxiliary.

I know that's not really what your asking about, but it gives another option for how to set it up.

Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!

01-28-2020, 10:36 AM	#1
jdalexa84 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Lampasas, Texas Posts: 234	Windstar fan question I have read several threads about wiring these fans and I have learned that they are not 2 speed fans without the resistor. I am ok with that I will just use the one speed. My question is if I use 2 relays one connected to one of the positive wires for pcm control (LS swap) and another relay to the other positive for the ac to trigger will that work? I am probably overthinking this. On the Windstar harness both positive wires are connected to each other.

01-28-2020, 01:29 PM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Windstar fan question Here is a thread I did on my truck and Impala. When I had the LS dropped in they swapped in the dual Camaro fans so I took the Windstar fan and put it in the 64 SS Impala. Its still hooked up and runs like a champ after 4 years. The thing about my LS swap I didn't like was the AC over rides all the shut offs for the fan if the AC is on. I didn't want the fans running when going down the road. The air moving through the radiator is plenty and no need for the fans to be running. It just burns the fans up faster. This is for my setup and they may have come up with a fix for this now. My fix only cost $20.00 to add the micro switch and I didn't have to take the AC lines a part to add a trainery switch either. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=738555 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-28-2020, 04:49 PM	#3
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,979	Re: Windstar fan question Hook it up the same way GM hooked up the fans in the later trucks. 2008 silverado 2500 wiring diagram should do it. Your PCM can run it 2 speed with no resistors, just 3 relays. Low speed has both fans running in series High speed has them running separately (parallel) __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ Last edited by clay68c10; 01-28-2020 at 04:54 PM.

01-29-2020, 07:53 AM	#4
saxart Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: St. Croix River Valley, WI Posts: 795	Re: Windstar fan question I'm running the Windstar fans with a 350SBC and a RockAuto radiator. One of the two fans is wired to a temp switch in the thermostat housing, and the other to a switch under the dash. I find that the single fan is more than enough to pull the engine temps down in traffic, and it's nice to have the other fan as a manual auxiliary. I know that's not really what your asking about, but it gives another option for how to set it up. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress! __________________ Meet "Old Roy": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707801



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