can you also tell me what this is and do i need it please
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can you also tell me what this is and do i need it please
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Yeah stick with the mechanical fan mate. You can go to twin thermos I space is restricted but I would recommend an alternator upgrade if you go in that direction.
As for the small vacuum switch you pictured this is for your idle control when the a/c is on. You can get away with not having this.
florix (24th June 2013)
ok thanks. I dont really want to go towards thermos but if i do need to what alternator would you recommend? Sorry but this is my first patrol.
I don't know part numbers but something from 120-150A would be good. It's just if you plan to run spotties, thermos, a winch in the future etc and any other accessories the alternator will help your batteries.
Yeah I have three LED Light bars (24inch in the bullbar, 30 inch on the roof and a 8 inch at the back) and a new winch and also a cabin of upgrades too. Maybe even if I dont go thermos I might still upgrade my alternator. Hopefully I can keep the mechanical fan.
You should be able to keep the mechanical if you purchase a new Ti fan assembly. I have a radiator that thick in mine so it certainly fits.
florix (24th June 2013)
Yeah thats it. Yet another part to buy lol
got me a new genuine fan. it sits a good 2-3 inches back. I prefer a mechanical one because I have heard so many bad stories of people running thermo fans and having overheating problems
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