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

[compmanben]

Hi Folks,

How are you?

Thanks for the responses. I was told by a local shop that a rebuild is not
possible. He may not be a machinist or may want the fat margin on spare parts.
I may need to get a second opinion after hearing of several people that rebuilt
theirs. I don't personally have the equipment for the rebuild.

The spare parts are a concern. I took the model numbers referenced by the forum
and they are no longer in production. Horton will 'custom' make the fan clutch
if needed. However, this sounds like an expensive option.

The fan that is meant for this fan clutch is not the right size for my shroud.
There is a company that will custom [read: cu$tom] make a fan to fit. However,
this also sounds like an expensive option.

A few years back the cost [as referenced by the forum] as around $1,100. I
would estimate two custom fabbed parts and their installation to be upwards of
$1,800.

In light of these three facts, does anyone have any further advice?

God Speed,

Nate Owens
1983 35FC
"It's a Wanderful Life"




--- 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"
>