Fan Clutch

[dhirocz]

I did mine last year, put a kit masters clutch in it. Solid engagement, much simpler design as well.

I made a point to blast the housing and refinished it. Bead blasting the junk off the pulley helped minimize the belt slip and squeal I got upon engagement.

I did mine without removing much more than the alternator. I wouldn't recommend it without someone standing on the opposite side to help you line it back up when reinstalling. Heavy cardboard in front of the radiator is also a good idea if you do it that way, just don't forget to pull it out. That cardboard helps to protect the radiator if you happen to nudge it.

Changing the fan clutch solenoid is a good idea.

Inspecting your fan blades for fatigue or replacing it if it has alot of miles on it is also a good idea. I replaced mine when I was doing my inframe.

Finally, inspect the air hose and consider checking or replacing the air fitting to the fan clutch as well. Found mine leaking like crazy. Now is also a good time to go over your idler, tensioners and belts.