Spreader bar install help!
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From: Appleton Wi.
Spreader bar install help!
I see that spreader bars come welded, or for cars with a fan, they come unwelded. I understand that the unwelded bar is for a motor with a fan on the water pump. My question is why can't I remove the water pump and install a welded bar and then replace my pump? ....Or can I? Or do I need to remove the pump at all, and just the fan? I guess what my question really boils down to is, will the welded bar fit with a fan?
Thanks in advance,
TJ
Thanks in advance,
TJ
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2003
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From: Meriden CT
problem is, once everything is in, you'll have clearence issues between the fan and spreader bar. The unwelded version allows you to move the bar forward a bit, giving room to clear the fan.
You can always get the unwelded version, mock it up and mark where to weld the brackets and bring it to a local shop. Probably wouldnt cost much at all to have it welded up.
also look for interference with the radiator shroud
You can always get the unwelded version, mock it up and mark where to weld the brackets and bring it to a local shop. Probably wouldnt cost much at all to have it welded up.
also look for interference with the radiator shroud
