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Subject:radiator replacement
From:Jay Roth
Date:Tue, 1 Feb 2005 22:16:52 -0600

I've drained the coolant (needed replacing anyway) and plan to drop the
radiator to replace with a new one. I've loosened the  4 bolts that hold
the condenser/rad/fan shroud and notice by appearances that all three
will lower. I see the tabs on the bottom where the radiator should
separate from the condenser but it doesn't come apart yet. Will it do so
after I remove all 4 bolts and begin to lower it? Should I try to keep
the condenser in place?

Also, the radiator fan should come down too, right? I see 4 add'nl bolts
on the side of the radiator to remove the shroud. While down, is there
any recommended maintenance / lubrication for the fan? Mine operates
correctly (all 3 speeds), but is loud on the lowest speed - kind of like
it needs lubrication.

Thanks for any advice you can give!
Jay
'87 Vanagon Westy, "Ol' Blue"

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