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Bob Grieb · 05-06-2011, 07:06 PM

I have a question about the feasability of repairing the engine fan. In cleaning parts removed from the old engine I found that the fan had corrosion on the inside surface of one of the blades. After removing the rust I found that the blade itself is hollow. I thought of repairing it with JB Weld but I have some concern about balance (The damaged area is about 1 '' X 1/4 ''). Not being familiar with the Model A engine I am wondering if balance would be a significant concern.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts/help

Bob

1931 flamingo · 05-06-2011, 07:22 PM

Don't even think about it. Replace it with one of the aluminum ones available from the vendors. Reason: it could separate at any time, taking out the radiator, hood sides, you or a loved one if standing nearby IF it decides to "blow" apart. Do a search for other people's experiences and photos.
I'm sure others will chime in on your question.

Paul in CT

Philip McCarty · 05-06-2011, 07:33 PM

What ever you do Listen to Paul. Do not attempt any repairs. It is junk.

Gary WA · 05-06-2011, 07:33 PM

DISCARD!!!!! Wall Art.

Fred K-OR · 05-06-2011, 07:46 PM

Believe the above comments!!! Fans are cheap compared to radiators, hoods, your head, etc..

Bob Grieb · 05-06-2011, 07:54 PM

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Thanks for the input. I was concerned about balance and never considered the safety issues. I really appreciate the advice and I will buy the new fan.

I am very thankfull for the help reveived

Bob

Bob C · 05-06-2011, 08:21 PM

This is what it will look like if you keep running it. The other
piece will be in your hood or radiator.

Bob Grieb · 05-06-2011, 08:28 PM

I think you are saying been there done that.

05-06-2011, 07:06 PM	#1
Bob Grieb Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Temecula, California Posts: 325	Engine Fan Repair I have a question about the feasability of repairing the engine fan. In cleaning parts removed from the old engine I found that the fan had corrosion on the inside surface of one of the blades. After removing the rust I found that the blade itself is hollow. I thought of repairing it with JB Weld but I have some concern about balance (The damaged area is about 1 '' X 1/4 ''). Not being familiar with the Model A engine I am wondering if balance would be a significant concern. Thanks in advance for your thoughts/help Bob

05-06-2011, 07:22 PM	#2
1931 flamingo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new britain,ct 06052 Posts: 9,428	Re: Engine Fan Repair Don't even think about it. Replace it with one of the aluminum ones available from the vendors. Reason: it could separate at any time, taking out the radiator, hood sides, you or a loved one if standing nearby IF it decides to "blow" apart. Do a search for other people's experiences and photos. I'm sure others will chime in on your question. Paul in CT

05-06-2011, 07:33 PM	#3
Philip McCarty Junior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lynn, Ma Posts: 18	Re: Engine Fan Repair What ever you do Listen to Paul. Do not attempt any repairs. It is junk.

05-06-2011, 07:33 PM	#4
Gary WA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton,WA/Whidbey Island Posts: 4,614	Re: Engine Fan Repair DISCARD!!!!! Wall Art. __________________ www.whidbeymodelaclub.com

05-06-2011, 07:46 PM	#5
Fred K-OR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Stayton, Oregon Posts: 3,806	Re: Engine Fan Repair Believe the above comments!!! Fans are cheap compared to radiators, hoods, your head, etc.. __________________ Fred Kroon 1929 Std Coupe 1929 Huckster

05-06-2011, 07:54 PM	#6
Bob Grieb Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Temecula, California Posts: 325	Re: Engine Fan Repair Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks for the input. I was concerned about balance and never considered the safety issues. I really appreciate the advice and I will buy the new fan. I am very thankfull for the help reveived Bob

05-06-2011, 08:28 PM	#8
Bob Grieb Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Temecula, California Posts: 325	Re: Engine Fan Repair I think you are saying been there done that.