My 944 is #overheating and it is driving me nuts.
On most days, I have to roll down my windows and put the heat up full blast to try vent hot air out of the engine bay – you can imagine how uncomfortable and sweaty it can become on hot days.
So I set out to fix this and my first stop is my broken cooling fan.
Replacement Fan Link & Specs: https://amzn.to/3TEJuWs
Diameter – 10″ / 290mm
Speed – 2500 RPM
Airflow – 650 CFM
Amp Draw – 5 Amps
Power – 80W
DC – 12v
Autel PS100 Powerscan: https://amzn.to/40bpJIA
Another #DIY, “never pay a mechanic to do this ever again”, #Porsche 944 episode.
Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
0:00 – Stuck On The Side Of The Road
0:39 – The Plan
1:44 – Testing The Fans & Preparing The New Unit
5:04 – I Need To Use A Jig-Saw
5:39 – Fitting The New Fan
8:22 – Testing The Fan Modes
12:01 – What Do We Now Know?
12:38 – Did It Work?
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Replacement Fan Specs: https://amzn.to/3TEJuWs
Diameter – 10" / 290mm
Speed – 2500 RPM
Airflow – 650 CFM
Amp Draw – 5 Amps
Power – 80W
DC – 12v
It looks like you tested 1 & 2 for high speed but the graphic you shared from Clark’s garage show you’re supposed to test 3 & 1…..hope this helps!
Great video – new fans sounds quieter and seems to be more powerful.
Great video.
Amazing video Gareth, especially on a topic that's not covered too much for our cars – the oem fans are so expensive. If mine ever goes I will definitely be referencing your video.
My 944S2 behaves the same especially at traffic stops during hot sunny weather. The temp will creep up to the third mark & when the car is moving again, the temp will slowly move down to half again. Both original Porsche cooling fans used to be dead before & I replaced it with Chevrolet Cruise fans which is the nearest that could fit the compartment. Other mechanics kept telling me that the fans speed were not strong enough & I should opt for Porsche original fans which is double the price. And I’m definitely not in the right budget at the moment.. But my worst fear now is, how safe is it when the temp gauge creeps up to the third mark..? Will it eventually mess up the headgasket in long term..? That’s really my ultimate worst fear though. Need some advice here. Many thanks!
Did you consider plastic welding to repair the original.