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atp · 07-17-2013, 09:38 PM

I am replacing a flex-fan with original style clutch and fan. Curious where is the best place to order the fan from??

Lee H · 07-17-2013, 10:05 PM

The clutch can be had from any auto supply box store, get the HD unit. As for the fan, not sure, I'd probably start with a WTB in the classified section and a local pick a part.
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atp · 07-17-2013, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee H

The clutch can be had from any auto supply box store, get the HD unit. As for the fan, not sure, I'd probably start with a WTB in the classified section and a local pick a part.
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Thanks - I have a new clutch - just need the fan

**Stocker** · 07-17-2013, 11:02 PM

Try a junkyard.... a 7-blade 18" GM fan might not be too hard to find.

rsavage · 07-18-2013, 06:17 AM

You might try to PM member Too Much Stuff. He has parted alot of trucks in the past and is excellent to deal with.

88Ironduke · 07-18-2013, 10:05 AM

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rsavage · 07-19-2013, 06:53 AM

TeeItUp has an AC fan on the Parts Board right now.

**Stocker** · 07-19-2013, 01:14 PM

It might be easier buying a fan with clutch than a fan with no clutch. And you'd have a spare clutch unit, just in case.

Scott>72-GMC · 07-19-2013, 01:18 PM

U still looking for clutch fan?
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atp · 07-20-2013, 10:33 PM

I bought a new clutch but still need a fan - sorry for delay I have been out of town.

Scott>72-GMC · 07-21-2013, 12:26 AM

I am removing my clutch fan I think the clutch is bad ill have to count the blades if its what u want. We could just do shipping costs on it Let me know if ur interested ill count the blades
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franken · 07-21-2013, 01:05 AM

Just a thought, but GM removed blades from the later fans. I seem to recall they look asymetrical in the scrapyard.

Maybe the extra blades aren't needed and use power.

**Stocker** · 07-21-2013, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by franken

Just a thought, but GM removed blades from the later fans. I seem to recall they look asymetrical in the scrapyard.

Maybe the extra blades aren't needed and use power.

My OEM 7-blade is asymetrical. Never thought of it as having blades removed.... I figured it was to break up the harmonics therefore reducing the noise when the clutch is engaged.

vidman · 07-21-2013, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

My OEM 7-blade is asymetrical. Never thought of it as having blades removed.... I figured it was to break up the harmonics therefore reducing the noise when the clutch is engaged.

The asymetrical 7 blade design is to cut down on noise..

Scott>72-GMC · 07-21-2013, 06:21 PM

Mines 7 blade
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07-17-2013, 09:38 PM	#1
atp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Inman, SC Posts: 1,108	WTB- Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? I am replacing a flex-fan with original style clutch and fan. Curious where is the best place to order the fan from??

07-17-2013, 10:05 PM	#2
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? The clutch can be had from any auto supply box store, get the HD unit. As for the fan, not sure, I'd probably start with a WTB in the classified section and a local pick a part. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

07-17-2013, 11:02 PM	#4
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,728	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? Try a junkyard.... a 7-blade 18" GM fan might not be too hard to find. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

07-18-2013, 06:17 AM	#5
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? You might try to PM member Too Much Stuff. He has parted alot of trucks in the past and is excellent to deal with. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

07-18-2013, 10:05 AM	#6
88Ironduke Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Willingboro, NJ Posts: 489	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified items. This includes but is not limited to What Its Worth, Want To Buy, Want To Trade, and For Sale. Please consider supporting the forum by subscribing. Further information on the subscription levels available are located here If you need any further assistance with that please contact any Admin for help.

07-19-2013, 06:53 AM	#7
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? TeeItUp has an AC fan on the Parts Board right now. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

07-19-2013, 01:14 PM	#8
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,728	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? It might be easier buying a fan with clutch than a fan with no clutch. And you'd have a spare clutch unit, just in case. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

07-19-2013, 01:18 PM	#9
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07-20-2013, 10:33 PM	#10
atp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Inman, SC Posts: 1,108	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? I bought a new clutch but still need a fan - sorry for delay I have been out of town.

07-21-2013, 12:26 AM	#11
Scott>72-GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New providence ia Posts: 1,018	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? I am removing my clutch fan I think the clutch is bad ill have to count the blades if its what u want. We could just do shipping costs on it Let me know if ur interested ill count the blades Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 GMC super custom.

07-21-2013, 01:05 AM	#12
franken Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Somewhere Posts: 3,128	Re: Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? Just a thought, but GM removed blades from the later fans. I seem to recall they look asymetrical in the scrapyard. Maybe the extra blades aren't needed and use power.

07-21-2013, 06:21 PM	#15
Scott>72-GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New providence ia Posts: 1,018	Re: WTB- Best place to buy orig style cooling fan? Mines 7 blade Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 GMC super custom.



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