LT Texan

I didn't. It's always been like that. I figured it came from the factory that way.

jwillman

Every one I have ever seen has been solid accross the front.

LT Texan

I'll be damned, Jim. I bet this would be the original owner's doing. New Mexico car. Maybe someone thought this would increase airflow?

LT Texan

Update.

I had problems with the temp switch and relay running the fans. It tended to be too much as far as airflow necessary was concerned.

And it liked to eat 40 amp relays and pop fuses.

So, I followed some others and bought the excellent DC Controls fan controller.

This thing is outstanding.

I understand it varies current and has a patent number on it.

Now, instead of on or off, my fan just runs as fast as necessary.

When I turn off the engine, I can hear the fan gently running and then slow down and turn off after a minute or less.

Amazingly good.

Recommended.

I fabricated a bracket and mounted mine where the air pump canister used to be. (Obviously, the wire hot wire is not attached yet. Ran it to the starter.)

jwillman

What model DC controls relay are you using?

Ducman82

Glad to pass on the awesomeness that is DC controls... LOL

LT Texan

Ducman82. That was some great advice!!!

And I installed model FK-55