Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

chevykevy · 06-08-2015, 10:50 PM

Hi all,
I have a 64 with a 71 front crossmember and the 71 engine perches. The engine is in the forward set of holes on the frame rails. I want to use a stock 66 shroud if I can. The measurement between the stub of the short water pump and the radiator is 5 inches. think it will fit?

chevykevy · 06-08-2015, 10:53 PM

How deep is a stock shroud from where it meets the face of the radiator to its most narrow part of the opening closest to the engine?

**Chevy Fleetside** · 06-09-2015, 12:36 AM

If you need some measurements I can measure mine for you.

**Captainfab** · 06-09-2015, 02:04 AM

A stock shroud measures 6-7/8". The fan will be too far into the shroud to properly move air and I don't know of there is enough depth of the lip to trim it back and have it work properly. It will somewhat depend on the fan you use. This is one of the things I warn people about when they want to move their engine forward.

chevykevy · 06-09-2015, 08:06 AM

thanks guys. Any idesa for a different shroud that may fit?

CVANN · 01-24-2017, 03:56 PM

I looking to do the same thing. Out junk yard has tons of shrouds down there. Anyone know of a shroud I could make work?

Brad54 · 01-25-2017, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab

A stock shroud measures 6-7/8". The fan will be too far into the shroud to properly move air and I don't know of there is enough depth of the lip to trim it back and have it work properly. It will somewhat depend on the fan you use. This is one of the things I warn people about when they want to move their engine forward.

What's the benefit of moving an engine forward? I can see it if you're installing a big block, because you don't really have any choice. But they came with a small block, and it was installed in a spot that uses factory components--like a fan shroud.

Not only that, but moving the engine forward hurts handling. It's not like these things handle great to begin with, but moving the engine forward just makes it worse.

So what's the thinking with moving it forward?

-Brad

**Captainfab** · 01-26-2017, 12:36 AM

I think most that do it, do so because they think that the HEI distributor is too close to the firewall. I have never had a issue with that and typically say so when someone asks about it. Some even compound the moving the engine forward issues by going with a long water pump too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brad54

What's the benefit of moving an engine forward? I can see it if you're installing a big block, because you don't really have any choice. But they came with a small block, and it was installed in a spot that uses factory components--like a fan shroud.

Not only that, but moving the engine forward hurts handling. It's not like these things handle great to begin with, but moving the engine forward just makes it worse.

So what's the thinking with moving it forward?

-Brad

corvettejim1968 · 01-26-2017, 06:09 AM

my stock shroud is in front of the radiator. i went with the electric fan.

Brad54 · 01-26-2017, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab

I think most that do it, do so because they think that the HEI distributor is too close to the firewall. I have never had a issue with that and typically say so when someone asks about it. Some even compound the moving the engine forward issues by going with a long water pump too.

Weird. I've got an HEI on my '62 Suburban, and there's no problem with clearance at all.

-Brad

343CA · 01-26-2017, 12:18 PM

I know a mid 60's Impala fan shroud is used a lot during swaps. Check the opening and clearance of fan space like Captain Fab mentioned.

**Captainfab** · 01-27-2017, 01:14 AM

I have never had an issue either, but some think it is just too close.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brad54

Weird. I've got an HEI on my '62 Suburban, and there's no problem with clearance at all.

-Brad

06-08-2015, 10:50 PM	#1
chevykevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wyoming Posts: 641	Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? Hi all, I have a 64 with a 71 front crossmember and the 71 engine perches. The engine is in the forward set of holes on the frame rails. I want to use a stock 66 shroud if I can. The measurement between the stub of the short water pump and the radiator is 5 inches. think it will fit? Attached Images

06-08-2015, 10:53 PM	#2
chevykevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wyoming Posts: 641	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? How deep is a stock shroud from where it meets the face of the radiator to its most narrow part of the opening closest to the engine?

06-09-2015, 12:36 AM	#3
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,782	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? If you need some measurements I can measure mine for you. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

06-09-2015, 02:04 AM	#4
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? A stock shroud measures 6-7/8". The fan will be too far into the shroud to properly move air and I don't know of there is enough depth of the lip to trim it back and have it work properly. It will somewhat depend on the fan you use. This is one of the things I warn people about when they want to move their engine forward. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

06-09-2015, 08:06 AM	#5
chevykevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wyoming Posts: 641	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? thanks guys. Any idesa for a different shroud that may fit?

01-24-2017, 03:56 PM	#6
CVANN Registered User Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Granbury TX Posts: 33	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? I looking to do the same thing. Out junk yard has tons of shrouds down there. Anyone know of a shroud I could make work?

01-26-2017, 06:09 AM	#9
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? my stock shroud is in front of the radiator. i went with the electric fan. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

01-26-2017, 12:18 PM	#11
343CA Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Imperial,Ca. Posts: 15	Re: Do you think I can fit a stock Fan shroud? I know a mid 60's Impala fan shroud is used a lot during swaps. Check the opening and clearance of fan space like Captain Fab mentioned.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.