Dual Electric Fans?
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Dual Electric Fans?
Hey guys! Has anyone rebuilt the dual electric radiator cooling fans on the 43/55? I wanted to disassemble them and change the bearings but the plastic fan blade is somehow mounted to the motor housing and I'm afraid to break them. I purchased vdo replacement fans that are made in China and I'm planning to return them as the quality is not what I was expecting for just over $100 usd each. I really don't want to spend $182 usd for new genuine Mercedes fans as they don't have a sealed motor. Are there better options for replacement fans? Thx
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Hi PJ. Yes, the radiator cooling fans are what I'm referring to. I purchased new vdo fans but I was interested in finding fans with a sealed motor as the motors are exposed on the factory fans. How much are you wanting for the pair? Thx
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No idea how to price them.
Shipping might be an issue for you since you are far.
Ill see what they go for today and give you a good deal.
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Hey guys! Has anyone rebuilt the dual electric fans on the 43? I wanted to disassemble them and change the bearings but the plastic fan blade is somehow mounted to the motor housing and I'm afraid to break them. I purchased vdo replacement fans that are made in China and I'm planning to return them as the quality is not what I was expecting for just over $100 usd each. I really don't want to spend $182 usd for new genuine Mercedes fans as they don't have a sealed motor. Are there better options for replacement fans? Thx
Why do you want to rebuilt the fans? Are they broken or what.
When I changed my condenser and dryer a couple of weeks ago, I just lubricated the bearings with a smudge of copper paste grease and reassembled the lot. The only difference I have noticed is they make less noise when they are working...
Why change something when it still works.
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I assume you are talking of the two fans in front of the A/C condenser.
Why do you want to rebuilt the fans? Are they broken or what.
When I changed my condenser and dryer a couple of weeks ago, I just lubricated the bearings with a smudge of copper paste grease and reassembled the lot. The only difference I have noticed is they make less noise when they are working... Why change something when it still works.
Why do you want to rebuilt the fans? Are they broken or what.
When I changed my condenser and dryer a couple of weeks ago, I just lubricated the bearings with a smudge of copper paste grease and reassembled the lot. The only difference I have noticed is they make less noise when they are working...
Why change something when it still works.
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No idea, but probably pressed in. You would need a small puller but not sure. Perhaps others can chime in...
