Hey 4wd owners: The 700R4 is in my K20 – what about the fan shroud: 2wd or 4wd? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**DeadheadNM** · 04-13-2013, 02:16 PM

The 700R4 is in my K20 build but need to figure out what to do for a fan shroud and I can’t find a definite answer or any pics. As the engine was moved forward 1.75”, do I need to swap to a 2WD fan shroud and will this have the necessary depth? Anyone done a 700R4 swap in their 4wd truck and if so what did you do with the fan shroud? I don’t want to notch or otherwise cut the nice OEM 4wd shroud. Appreciate the help.

**too much stuff** · 04-13-2013, 03:49 PM

I would think you would want the 2wd shroud if you moved everything forward.
Truck is looking good.

SS Tim · 04-13-2013, 06:02 PM

The difference between the factory mount locations is 3.86". So switching to a 2wd shroud leaves you 2.02" short of the stock location. Where as a 4wd shroud would be 1.75" further in. Since you are right in the middle either is an option, but the shroud will work better with the fan a little too far in than not enough. 2.02" is a large percentage of the "2/3rds in" convention for fans. At this point I would find a used 4wd shroud for operational clearance testing to determine if it is suitable or if a 2wd shroud with a flange would be better. Of course a fan spacer could be used but I am not comfortable with the added overhang loads of the extended fan/clutch assembly.

**DeadheadNM** · 04-13-2013, 06:15 PM

Thanks a lot guys!! Really appreciate the help.

04-13-2013, 02:16 PM	#1
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,413	Hey 4wd owners: The 700R4 is in my K20 – what about the fan shroud: 2wd or 4wd? The 700R4 is in my K20 build but need to figure out what to do for a fan shroud and I can’t find a definite answer or any pics. As the engine was moved forward 1.75”, do I need to swap to a 2WD fan shroud and will this have the necessary depth? Anyone done a 700R4 swap in their 4wd truck and if so what did you do with the fan shroud? I don’t want to notch or otherwise cut the nice OEM 4wd shroud. Appreciate the help. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

04-13-2013, 03:49 PM	#2
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,747	Re: Hey 4wd owners: The 700R4 is in my K20 – what about the fan shroud: 2wd or 4wd? I would think you would want the 2wd shroud if you moved everything forward. Truck is looking good. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

04-13-2013, 06:02 PM	#3
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Hey 4wd owners: The 700R4 is in my K20 – what about the fan shroud: 2wd or 4wd? The difference between the factory mount locations is 3.86". So switching to a 2wd shroud leaves you 2.02" short of the stock location. Where as a 4wd shroud would be 1.75" further in. Since you are right in the middle either is an option, but the shroud will work better with the fan a little too far in than not enough. 2.02" is a large percentage of the "2/3rds in" convention for fans. At this point I would find a used 4wd shroud for operational clearance testing to determine if it is suitable or if a 2wd shroud with a flange would be better. Of course a fan spacer could be used but I am not comfortable with the added overhang loads of the extended fan/clutch assembly. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

04-13-2013, 06:15 PM	#4
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,413	Re: Hey 4wd owners: The 700R4 is in my K20 – what about the fan shroud: 2wd or 4wd? Thanks a lot guys!! Really appreciate the help. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland



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