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Subject:Re: Heater fan CHIRP!
From:David Beierl
Date:Tue, 9 Apr 2013 09:37:42 -0400

At 07:54 AM 4/9/2013, Mike Bucchino Sr wrote:
>If the noise is such a prevalent problem with these fans, it makes
>sense to lube it properly with a high-temp grease before installing
>it.  If it still makes noise after that, then it's the brushes or
>the fan rubbing against the housing.  It also makes sense to test it
>on all speeds before going through all the trouble of completely installing it.

It's not bearing noise or interference, the blower itself is
noisy.  I think it may be because Meyle didn't properly trim molding
flash off the blades of the blower wheel.

I agree about the speed testing (he said ruefully).

Yours,
David