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Does the fan shroud serve a purpose besides providing emotional support?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by crackedmirror, Jul 8, 2021.

  1. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:35 PM
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    crackedmirror

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  2. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:36 PM
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  3. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    so, the negligible mpg gain from removing it would still be a net positive
     
  4. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:42 PM
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    Fans tend to draw most air from the edges. The shroud directs it to come through the radiator to properly cool the truck.
     
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    It provides rearward thrust to the engine. If you remove it, the truck will not move.
     
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  9. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:57 PM
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  10. Jul 8, 2021 at 12:58 PM
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    You don't need the shroud or even the fan. Just install an electric fan and wire it to the left turn signal
     
  12. Jul 8, 2021 at 1:07 PM
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    So lemme get this straight:

    You don't need the fan, but you need a fan.
     
  13. Jul 8, 2021 at 1:08 PM
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    I broke the fan shroud now I understand why the Truck will no longer move.

    Maybe in Hell`s waiting room you need the cooling effect I have never had one on any Toyota
     
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  14. Jul 8, 2021 at 1:09 PM
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    While driving there is adequate airflow across the radiator to prevent overheating. The only time you should need extra airflow is when waiting to make a left turn across traffic
     
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    I find the fan shroud to be 80% effective at preventing the fan from eating battery charger leads.
     
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    I heard if you have an electric fan you get to slap those Clean Air Vehicle stickers on your rig and drive in the HOV lanes!
     
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    not enoug
     
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    Or crawling along in 4-lo, or stuck in LA traffic, or waiting at a signal, etc...
     
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