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Old 12-03-2009, 03:58 AM   #184 (permalink)
JeepNmpg2
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Two issues

1: Fan must be rated at 4000 CFM+ to be a direct swap for the stock mechanical fan. I run out in the Mohave in the Summer and see 125+ degrees in freeway and stop & go traffic so I cannot accept a decreased cooling capacity

2: 85 AMP startup draw which with the fan only cycling on for 5-10 seconds under normal conditions and off for a minute, will prematurely wear out the fan motor and whatever relay or continous-duty solonoid.

I still contend that the fan controller is the "ideal" setup, though I wholeheartedly agree with not throwing tons of money at this unless no other truly viable long-term option exists.
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