TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

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TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

May 18, 2005, 12:56:59 PM

Hey guys,
I've read countless threads about the TC electric fans not being compatible with a 5.0, but I haven't found one yet about the fans working with a 3.8. Does anybody know if there is pulley clearance on the 3.8 for the electric fans? Thanks for the replies.

Fordman3

Re: TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

Reply #1 – May 18, 2005, 01:22:04 PM

Because the 3.8 is so much shorter, I'm betting there's more room... enough room though? WHo knows.

Re: TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

Reply #2 – May 23, 2005, 01:31:25 PM

Ifixyawata,
Thanks for the reply. What is the critical dimension I would need to know? From what point to what point? I'm assuming I would remove my mechanical clutch fan and shroud and the whole TC electric fan assembly would go in their place? What does it mount to or from? Aside from a little unnecessary draw from the battery/alternator, and because I don't feel competent enough to wire the elec. fan up the right way (primary fan on/off from thermostat reading, secondary fan on/off with AC on/off, etc.), what would be the harm in running both fans constant with an ignition-on power source? I'm primarily looking for a mpg-gainer by freeing up some load on the motor. Sorry for all the question marks in a row, but I appreciate anybody's thoughts. Thanks.

Fordman3

Re: TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

Reply #3 – May 23, 2005, 05:10:07 PM

If you don't feel competent enough to wire up a set of TC fans, I would probably pick up an aftermarket electric fan. Unless you've got the TC's sitting around I wouldn't bother trying to install them. Hayden and Imperial (same company, different name) make pretty good fans for pusher or puller setup. They also have very clear instructions and wiring kits. I couldn't be happier with mine. The only thing I would do is maybe get the 16" instead of the 14". I've had no problems, but cooler is always better. Here's the thread with pictures:

http://www.foxtbirdcougarforums.com/showthread.php?t=1803

Re: TC electric fans on a 3.8 V6?

Reply #4 – May 23, 2005, 05:57:41 PM

youll need the TC upper radiator brackets, and i dont know how the bottom mounts up, probably the same way as the normal shroud does

wiring is simple, if you pick up the proper relays