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Motorsport1207
09-04-2015, 04:06 AM
Hey,
I am new to the Forums. I have a 2006 ZHP and looking to see if I can replace the fan blade with clutch with the electric fan set up. Is this just plug and play.

Thanks Ted

danewilson77
09-04-2015, 05:14 AM
Yes. Plug and play. Are you referring to viscous clutch and/or electric fan? You have an automatic transmission?

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ELCID86
09-04-2015, 05:23 AM
There is a DIY on the swap here I think. Or perhaps on e46fanatics.


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Motorsport1207
09-04-2015, 05:58 AM
Yes. The Automatic transmission has the viscous fan clutch and I want to put in an electric fan from a Manual car. The plug for the AC aux fan on the automatic looks exactly the same as the electric fan from the Manual. Just wanted to get some inputs.

Thanks Ted

johnrando
09-04-2015, 06:53 AM
Really easy. It's plug and play. The only thing is the "special tool" to remove the original fan. The good thing is once that is done, you won't need that tool again.

Motorsport1207
09-04-2015, 11:02 AM
Really easy. It's plug and play. The only thing is the "special tool" to remove the original fan. The good thing is once that is done, you won't need that tool again.

What tool are you referring to " 32mm wrench

ClimRox
09-04-2015, 11:19 AM
^ I think you have to use a "thin" 32mm wrench, but maybe a regular one works too. I found the WP holder that comes with most kits useless. A few careful taps with a mallet and mine broke loose pretty easily.

I'm curious, does this type of swap render the aux fan inoperable? Maybe it's no longer needed?

danewilson77
09-04-2015, 11:30 AM
What tool are you referring to " 32mm wrench
And a hammer?

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ELCID86
09-04-2015, 12:15 PM
Yep on the hammer and 32mm. I bought a thin set off eBay for @$30 iirc.




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TigerTater
09-04-2015, 12:18 PM
Look in the DIY section there's a write up on this exact thing.

Motorsport1207
09-04-2015, 12:43 PM
Thanks for all the info. Installing fan this weekend

WOLFN8TR
09-04-2015, 01:32 PM
I did this to my Step ZHP, one of the best mods I did to it. You have to remove the Aux electric fan to. The new electric fan will plug into the Aux fan plug.

Mechanical Fan Delete DIY Thread (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4929-Mechanical-Fan-to-Electric-Fan-Swap-(Automatic-s)-doityourself&highlight=Mechanical+Electric+swap)

Motorsport1207
09-04-2015, 04:35 PM
What are the advantages of the electric fan

WOLFN8TR
09-04-2015, 05:44 PM
1- Easy to remove compared to the Mechanical Fan.
2- Electric Fan is quieter.
3- Car runs cooler at idle.
4- Don't have to worry about the Mechanical Fan coming apart and taking out the hood, radiator or other important components.
5- Slightly better gas mileage.
6-Slight increase in power.

danewilson77
09-05-2015, 08:32 AM
1- Easy to remove compared to the Mechanical Fan.
2- Electric Fan is quieter.
3- Car runs cooler at idle.
4- Don't have to worry about the Mechanical Fan coming apart and taking out the hood, radiator or other important components.
5- Slightly better gas mileage.
6-Slight increase in power.
One disadvantage.

Will not have excuse to buy CF power bulge hood.

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WOLFN8TR
09-05-2015, 03:31 PM
That is true.