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Subject:Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
From:Mark Drillock
Date:Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:32:07 -0800

Interesting. What is the large 2 digit number stamped on the end of the
fan relay in relay socket 5? The relay does not have to be removed to
see it, only the fuse cover.

Thanks,
Mark

Mike wrote:
> My '87 2WD Westy w/o A/C has the larger louder 2-speed fan motor.........
>
> Sometimes it's like a leaf blower on high, and you can feel it in your
> feet.
>
> Mike B.
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mark Drillock" <mdrillock@COX.NET>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 6:32 PM
> Subject: Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
>
>
>> The number of speeds does not make the main difference in loudness, fan
>> motor size does.
>>
>> 82-85 have a smaller quieter fan motor
>>
>> 86+ 2wd without A/C have the smaller quieter fan motor
>>
>> Syncros have a larger louder fan motor
>>
>> 86+ with A/C have the larger louder fan motor
>>
>> Mark
>>