rs220bhp

I bought a radtec intercooler a little while ago and went to fit it today to see what kinda size fan i would need. People say it should be around 2" but there is not a 2" gap between the rad and intercooler when its in position. Does the fan have to be mounted to the intercooler? Ive seen them between the 2 before and think it looks alot better. Some pics would be good if anyone has them.

addiction

i've got a GRS cooler with 2 x 10 inch kenlowe fans!! had to move the rad back an inch or so to get them both in there though! the fans are 51mm thick

rs220bhp

Did you make some brackets to mount the pad on then? Isnt it quite close to the turbo when you move it?

addiction

yeah i made some brackets to move the rad back!
still got enough clearance from the actuator though and it doesnt get even close to hitting the rad

rs220bhp

Cheers looks like ill have a little fiddle when i get the engine back in then.

mentalasanything

So when you have a front mount intercooler then, you take the rad fan off, and have 2 fans in front of the intercooler(Generally speaking)?

Lee

rs220bhp

Yeah standard fan has to be removed due to its depth. As for 2 fans some people fit 2 x 10" im gonna fit 1 12" as thats kinda the same size as whats on there. Some people fit it between the rad and intercooler and some fit to front of intercooler. I was just after peoples comments so i dont want to start cutting the bumper and all sorts to make it fit.

Pics would still be good guys to get an idea of what looks best

stuartrst

hi mate i fitted one about a month ago you do need two move the rad back as far as you can but dont let it hit the turbo. the further back you put it the less you will have to take out of the bumber i have too kenlowe fans in the the middle of the intercooler and rad. i have some pics i will try to find them and post tem up for you.

rs220bhp

Cheers Mate that would be great. Im thinking 1 12" fan, Any one had any probs with1 12" only?

addiction

you may find in the summer that one is not enough

rs220bhp

Even though the standard on thats fitted is around 12"?

addiction

if you use the car every day and in traffic then go for 2 fans.
it will save you taking it all apart again in the summer

rs220bhp

Will only be using it at night and weekends as i have a work van. Dont really do mega miles either so shouldnt come across much traffic. Might go for 2 10s to be on the safe side though.

addiction

you might as well fit an 82 degree thermostat and a saph cos fan sender switch while your at it

rs220bhp

Where can i get the stat from and whats the advantages of fitting a saph fan switch?

addiction

saph fan switch comes at a lower temp than the s2 one
Burton Power do the stats and Ford for the fan switch

MattyRST

Im not a mechanic but where is the fan switch on a S2 as i may change mine near the summer

addiction

it's in the side of the thermostat housing

MattyRST

Cheers addiction does it just screw into the thermostat housing or do i have to take the housing off to fit it ??

addiction

just use a socket or spanner and it screws out! make sure you get a new seal though cos they dont come with the fan switch

MattyRST

Do i get the seal from ford ?

addiction

yep

MattyRST

Cheers

steven botes

im using one 12" in place of the ford item

we have 35'c temps in summer and i do not experience problems in the daytime , although the copper clutch im running does not allow me to use it in traffic , my bloody leg has become lazy using my 2l focus as my daily

rs220bhp

Ive just managed to get 2 brand new 10" spal ones of ebay for £45, BARGIN.

Would still like to see some pics as to where looks better to mount fan.