[Z06] “Plug-in” Fan Controller
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“Plug-in” Fan Controller
I am considering one of the “plug-in” fan controllers like a Vinci and I am wondering if these devices are really true plug-in devices. I saw a picture of one in a Mid America catalog and the device looks like it has a bunch of spade connectors and ring connectors.
How are these devices installed? Do they require any modifications to the car, like splicing wires or cutting plastic? It does not look like a “plug-in” device in the picture. I want to be able to quickly remove the device if I have to bring my car in for dealer service and I do not want to leave signs of its installation behind.
Someone on the other forum is having problems with his Vinci controller. Is anyone else having problems with this device?
[Modified by rbartick, 9:51 AM 6/12/2002]
How are these devices installed? Do they require any modifications to the car, like splicing wires or cutting plastic? It does not look like a “plug-in” device in the picture. I want to be able to quickly remove the device if I have to bring my car in for dealer service and I do not want to leave signs of its installation behind.
Someone on the other forum is having problems with his Vinci controller. Is anyone else having problems with this device?
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Melting Slicks
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (rbartick)
I've got the Vinci (LS1 waterwick).
Very simple to install.
No major modifications, just run the wiring harness connect to ground and
fuse block and you're done.
Very simple to install.
No major modifications, just run the wiring harness connect to ground and
fuse block and you're done.
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (Scott97)
I've got the Vinci (LS1 waterwick).
Very simple to install.
No major modifications, just run the wiring harness connect to ground and
fuse block and you're done.
Very simple to install.
No major modifications, just run the wiring harness connect to ground and
fuse block and you're done.
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (NewVetteLover)
I too have questions on these. One that I looked into has a temp sensor that gets wedged into the radiator. Is this how they work? I want one that re-programs the computer (like a hypertech).
Melting Slicks
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (rbartick)
It's interesting to note that in heavy traffic today,I turned on my 'air,to get the fan on,then when traffic cleared,I was on my way.Windows down too.
Melting Slicks
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (jschindler)
I too have questions on these. One that I looked into has a temp sensor that gets wedged into the radiator. Is this how they work? I want one that re-programs the computer (like a hypertech).
When the sensor reads a certain temp the fans come on (thermo opens on its own)
You can set your fans using LS1 edit.
I would have one of the local tuners do the reprogram vs. spending the $ on a Hypertech.
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (Scott97)
I too have questions on these. One that I looked into has a temp sensor that gets wedged into the radiator. Is this how they work? I want one that re-programs the computer (like a hypertech).
The Vinci has a sensor set into the thermostat.
When the sensor reads a certain temp the fans come on (thermo opens on its own)
You can set your fans using LS1 edit.
I would have one of the local tuners do the reprogram vs. spending the $ on a Hypertech.
The Vinci has a sensor set into the thermostat.
When the sensor reads a certain temp the fans come on (thermo opens on its own)
You can set your fans using LS1 edit.
I would have one of the local tuners do the reprogram vs. spending the $ on a Hypertech.
The Vinci’s temperature sensor is a probe you stick in the radiator fins. The Vinci is adjustable. The fan controller with the temp probe in the thermo housing is the LS1WCK unit made by AO Engineering. The AO Engineering unit is not adjustable.
Exit28 and Xtreme Motorsports sell LS1WCK. I ended up buying the AO Engineering LS1WCK unit because I like the idea of a normal temp sensor mounted in the thermo housing. That has to be more accurate than a probe stuck into a radiator fin.
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Re: “Plug-in” Fan Controller (rbartick)
You are correct!
I have the Waterwick as well.
The only Vinci unit that I've seen was exactly the same as my LS! Waterwick.
Perhaps the fellow who told me he had the Vinci had the Waterwick and didn't realize it, hence my confusion. :crazy:
I have the Waterwick as well.
The only Vinci unit that I've seen was exactly the same as my LS! Waterwick.
Perhaps the fellow who told me he had the Vinci had the Waterwick and didn't realize it, hence my confusion. :crazy:
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