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How do I remove my fan/cluth properly??

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Old Jul 24, 2002 | 08:04 PM
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Default How do I remove my fan/cluth properly??

I am removing the fan/clutch assembly from my 73 350 to paint it. What are the proper steps for removal? I have the fan-shround extension removed, and the 4 bolts holding the fan to the pulley are removed as well but it seems like it won't move.

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Old Jul 24, 2002 | 08:28 PM
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Default Re: How do I remove my fan/cluth properly?? (luvmy73)

Yeah, the hub of the fan is made of aluminum and sometimes it will gaul up on the shaft. Tab it lightly with a sofe hammer and it'll come off. It's been on there for a long time.
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Old Jul 25, 2002 | 12:51 AM
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Old Jul 25, 2002 | 11:49 AM
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Thx for the tip, I'll give it a try and let you know how it goes!

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Old Jul 25, 2002 | 03:30 PM
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Default Re: How do I remove my fan/cluth properly?? (luvmy73)

Tapping on it will get it loose, but watch it as you do this so it doesn't pop off and hit the radiator. Sometimes turning it over by hand a few times as you tap on it helps...

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