March 16, 2019, 11:36 AM
CashflowAlternator with no fan?
Working on Pivotdoc's dragster today and trying to install a new House of Payne 16 volt alternator. This is not the ultra mini one so basically the external fan is in the way.
I think I can make everything else work but the fan needs to go so the bracket will fit properly.
I did a google search and found a couple of people who said they had done it without problems. Anyone out there chime in on this?
Thanks!
March 16, 2019, 01:58 PM
WooleyI think on a dragster you can get away with it. Not going to run long enough to get too hot I don't think.
March 16, 2019, 04:24 PM
CashflowWe might have it figured out and get to keep the fan. Looks like a new mounting bracket will allow us to do that. I’ll post back if it all works out.
March 16, 2019, 04:31 PM
Larry WoodfinCash, it is fine to remove the fan. I have done so many times. I have three cars at the Motorplex today without alternator fans.
March 16, 2019, 07:53 PM
CashflowThanks Larry, I really didn’t think it would be a problem but always better to find someone with experience. Hoping we can make this thing fit, it’s pretty tight.
March 16, 2019, 08:21 PM
dirtdobberdump the fan Vern.I have had the blades break off at high rpm.Wouldn't want anyone to get hurt!