GRILL BUG SCREEN
1999 E-150 van. Noticed a bunch of debris/bugs on radiator. Anyone use or make an effective screen to fit over the grill? Recommendations?
Forum Discussion
ralphnjoann wrote:
Forty or fifty years ago these things were all over the place then they disappeared because they substantially reduced airflow to the engine. If you want to see how much, hold your hand in front of a fan, or your wife's hairdryer, and see what the airflow feels like. Then put a piece of screen between your hand and the fan and notice the difference.
True, they reduce flow to some extent.
But, don't you think a radiator full of bug guts, pieces, and bent fins also blocks air flow?
And, I can tell you which is easier to clean!
Put one on, and if you start running hot, take it off. Otherwise, the reduced flow is not hurting you.
