Just had my engine rebuilt had loads done to it. Big GRS intercooler in front of my rad. when in traffic it gets well hot. I have 1 fan which come with the intercooler but doesnt seem to be enough to keep the water cool, Can any one help? any ideas

 

Just rebuilt my engine with BVH, piper, overbore, and a big GRS etc. Been out hunting saxo's today and the temps never went above 2/3 in traffic,well below half when on the move. I have cut the centre of the front bumper, raised the rear of the bonnet and the 2 kenlowes fetch the temps down no probs. Obviousley the front bumper cut has a lot to do with it but it is not to everyones liking. I would recomend 2 fans, also do you know your rad is up to scratch?
My fans previousley cut in when the temps were up past 2/3 so i changed my old fan switch for a new intermotor item, bit keener than original, cuts in at half way point.

 

First thing with a BIG Intercooler is that the Radiator MUST be either Renewed or Recored. You just cant cheat with it.

Also, I always recommend 2 fans. Mine runs 2 10" Kenlowes and an 82° Thermostat and has NEVER had a cooling issue. Not even a concern.

 

2 fans is the way forward like Christian states

 

also, could also wire up a manual override switch for the fans

 

exhaust/turbo heat wrap and use mainly summer coolant rather than water.
that will also help.

 

i got 2 fans on my pro alloy intercooler

 

Sorry for butting in , but has anyone got a part number for a 82° thermostat?

Also what sort of price should I pay for a 10" Kenlowe fan (new)?

 

not sure on the part code of the thermostat but the kenlowe fan will be around
£80,not sure that is in dollers though.

 

Christian where can i get an 82 thermostat from please ?

 

from an xr2 or a cossie.

 

i want a new one from Ford...

so i should just ask for one from an XR2 then, when i go to parts desk

 

another thing sounds silly is to make sure u have the wiring for the fan the right way round because the fan will suck rather than blow!!,

happended on mine mine ran in the red all week couldnt find what was wrong then realised the fans were sucking!, also i have 2 kenlowes and a 82 thermostat with that water wetter stuff in the coolant and my temps never go above a quarter on the gauge now!!.

 

where can i get a NEW 82 thermostat from ?

FORD parts desk ?

 

i got mine from the local motor factors!, unless ur a ford nut, there the same as ford use!

 

well what shall i ask for exactly ?

 

part number or code i mean !!

 

i think its right what they said above xr2 one, it says on the dome part of the thermostat anyway should say 82 just check before u buy

 

i didnt have a part number my mate who works in the motor factors got it me, coz he had loads of turbos before

 

yeah its a brand new rad. sounds good another fan. Where is the best place to buy a kenlowe fan? any numbers?

 

That has to be Zargon only you would call yourself vin diesel and spell it wrong. You alright then mate?

 

hahaha

 

6106381 - 82 Degree Sierra Thermostat
7001614 - Cossie 4x4 fan switch - red

With those parts, a good rad, and a good fan or two, you should be OK.

 

thank alot for that mate.

thats great

do i defo need a 4x4 fan switch ?

 

you wanker Ian rst ha ha. most people have said i look like him. when my head is shaved. try to change the spelling but it wont let me. I want to see pics of your girlfriend on top of your coz

 

Yeah i would agree you do look a bit like him. She aint gonna pose on my car son if she does its all for me

 

are these parts easy to fit yourself at all????

 

fan switch is easiest

thermostat takes a little longer, but is simple enough...

will need to top up coolant after both fitted tho

 

great stuff!!!

 

right, i have found both of them items, but why is the 4x4 one different in price to the 2wd one, i thought thetwere the same temp thermostats??????

 

get a Pro Alloy turbo cooler. fitted mine and on the move, the water temp barely gets into the norm bit

 

i like the look of therir front mounted twin fan jobbies!!! they easy to fit? ant modifications needed at all??????

 

I fitted the Cossie fan switch and thermostat and i'm pleased with the results.

Just need a 2nd 10 inch Kenlowe now for my alloy rad.

 

yeah only the bumper needs cuting at the back to fit the fans in. a tight fit. a bit of a pain to put them on. plastic clips go through the intercooler to hold them on. they do look good tho

 

hmmm, i may have to get someone who knows what theyre upto???? hehehe!!!!

 

Ha Ha yeah thats what i did. to scared to cut my bumper. so i let someone do it who knows what they are doing