1983 35FC 3208 Engine Fan Rebuild/Replacement [Facet Fan]

[davidkerryedwards]

I looked into this a few years ago, wanting to be prepared for the eventual
failure of the Facet electric fan. I found no sources for replacement parts,
apart from another Bird owner who told me he had a complete new fan for sale.
Unfortunately, when it arrived it turned out to be just the electromagnet and
not a complete fan. I was very disappointed with the fellow birder who even
refused to acknowledge that it was not a complete fan.
The long and short of it appears to be that most people are converting to a
Horton air clutched fan when the Facet fails. Not an inexpensive option, but
probably the best choice.
Since the 3208 was put in many different applications I suspect there may be an
alternative fan system available if a person were to expend the effort to figure
out what might fit in a Bird. I don't see why a traditional viscous clutch fan
would not be feasible.
Since your fan clutch is making metallic sounds, it might be worth investigating
whether you can simply replace the bearings in the fan if the electromagnetic
part is still functioining.

Kerry
82 FC 35
Denver

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "compmanben" wrote:
>
> Hi Folks,
>
> I have an 3208 engine fan clutch jingling and jangling. I currently have a
Facet fan, which no longer sells or supports the fan. I started a search for a
rebuild kit or a replacement to no avail. I searched the archives and came
across some information, but nothing concrete.
>
> Has anyone replaced or rebuilt the engine fan clutch? Or does anyone have any
advice to offer? Part numbers? Suppliers? How-to guide? Costs?
Electromagnetic Clutch vs. Air Clutch?
>
> I really appreciate any information you can provide.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Nate Owens
> 1983 35FC
> "It's A Wanderlful Life"
>