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The job ahead or cluster f___ Mark VIII fan adaptation...

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After reading about so many fan alternatives, and already in the $$$ hole after 3 new radiators I decided on the Mark VIII fan. This is going to be a project...

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Ummm yes you have other issues. A fan that’s not even remotely close to fitting the radiator is going to make things worse.

If you’re dead set on fan replacement, look at the Lincoln mkz duel fan. It should fit much better than what you’re trying to do and destroys contour fans.
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Didn't realize the SN radiator was so much shorter than a fox radiator.

As I'm sure you already know, the shroud needs to be completely sealed against the face of the radiator. Some creative sheet metal work is going to be in order.

Do you already have a thread discussing your overheating issues? If not, spill the beans on what's going on.
 
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Didn't realize the SN radiator was so much shorter than a fox radiator.

As I'm sure you already know, the shroud needs to be completely sealed against the face of the radiator. Some creative sheet metal work is going to be in order.

Do you already have a thread discussing your overheating issues? If not, spill the beans on what's going on.
Yes a pretty long one, and the sealing and air diverters discussed. Literally everything new including the world products block. 3rd radiator now (Cold Case) bypassed the computer even with temp controlled relays for low and high speed, 375 cu in turbocharged 15 psi boost. Tried water wetter even. Tried 16/180 and back to 192 degree thermostats, good 16lb. rad cap. Just can't run AC (new compressor and dryer) or she skyrockets here in the desert.