1999 Ford V10 Cooling Fan Clutch problem
My Itasca class “A” engine cooling fan will not engage during long hill climbs. On my current trip to the east coast we had to shut off the AC, turn on the heater and run the heater fan on high to ke...
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I agree that you need a more reasonable mechanic.
Try a local RV repair place, or truck repair place. They should be able to get the fan shroud off, then the fan blade, then the clutch. Water pump at the same time will probably only add a few dollars to the project, however if you need to change the water pump in 2 years, the whole process of removing the clutch is repeated, then about 8 more bolts to remove the water pump, then re-assemble everything again.
Might even call a Ford dealer. They can beat a $1,000 price estimate.
Fred.
Try a local RV repair place, or truck repair place. They should be able to get the fan shroud off, then the fan blade, then the clutch. Water pump at the same time will probably only add a few dollars to the project, however if you need to change the water pump in 2 years, the whole process of removing the clutch is repeated, then about 8 more bolts to remove the water pump, then re-assemble everything again.
Might even call a Ford dealer. They can beat a $1,000 price estimate.
Fred.
