Electric Fan Conversion
06-22-2016, 04:11 PM
#1
Electric Fan Conversion
Hello all. I have a 2008 with a 4.2L and would like to remove the manual fan and replace with an electric fan. Has anyone done this? If so, what did you all use? Pics, links, etc.? Thanks.
06-22-2016, 04:34 PM
#2
Cycle For Fun and Health
Many threads regarding efan conversions.
Here is a link to one:
https://www.f150forum.com/f6/my-elec...ersion-324306/
Many more available. Just use the search function for efan conversions.
Here is a link to one:
https://www.f150forum.com/f6/my-elec...ersion-324306/
Many more available. Just use the search function for efan conversions.
06-22-2016, 04:41 PM
#3
Senior Member
To do a stand-alone electric conversion properly, you're going to have to spend a lot of money and I don't see what's to be gained. If low speed cooling is the issue, I'd just put an auxiliary electric pusher on it.
06-22-2016, 05:46 PM
#4
05 5.4l 3v s.crew lariat
Using rf269 motor craft fan with f5 painless controller
There is a nice write up on modifying this ford 2010 fan assemby to the older radiators , Nice pictures-- do efan search on here . The fan is on amazon . I am thinking about this because of the easier access to the engine front . But $600 and a lot of work, I don't know . In my area florida my ac runs all year so my fans would run all the time . There is some kind of speed sensor hookup that may cut out fan at 40mph , don't really want the fans cycling on and off with ac compressor clutch either so I would want to trigger fans ahead of compressor on and off signal ..
https://www.amazon.com/Motorcraft-RF...&redirect=true
Motorcraft RF-269 Motor and Fan Assembly-- amazon
by Motorcraft
5.0 out of 5 stars 2 customer reviews
Price: $193.78 & FREE Shipping. Details
Only 7 left in stock (more on the way).
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
2015-2015 > Ford > Expedition
2010-2015 > Ford > F-Series > F-150
2015-2015 > Lincoln > Navigator
** NOTE: PRODUCT IMAGE MAY NOT BE VEHICLE SPECIFIC
this is one poster .
https://www.f150forum.com/f4/motorcr...nstall-245343/
http://www.painlessperformance.com/webcat/30142
f5 painless controller P/N 30142
F5 Dual 35 Amp Fan PWM Controller w/Metric Sensor
Zoom Buy Now
$275.99
I would want the hose adapter for the temperature not a probe thru the fins .
https://www.amazon.com/Motorcraft-RF...&redirect=true
Motorcraft RF-269 Motor and Fan Assembly-- amazon
by Motorcraft
5.0 out of 5 stars 2 customer reviews
Price: $193.78 & FREE Shipping. Details
Only 7 left in stock (more on the way).
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
2015-2015 > Ford > Expedition
2010-2015 > Ford > F-Series > F-150
2015-2015 > Lincoln > Navigator
** NOTE: PRODUCT IMAGE MAY NOT BE VEHICLE SPECIFIC
this is one poster .
https://www.f150forum.com/f4/motorcr...nstall-245343/
http://www.painlessperformance.com/webcat/30142
f5 painless controller P/N 30142
F5 Dual 35 Amp Fan PWM Controller w/Metric Sensor
Zoom Buy Now
$275.99
I would want the hose adapter for the temperature not a probe thru the fins .
06-23-2016, 04:05 AM
#7
Moderator (Ret.)
I converted my 2005 4.2 V6 to an e-fan setup (did a write up on this site) several years ago using a 2 speed Mark VIII fan out of a Taurus. Paid 50 bucks for it. The controller is key for an e-fan. Do not install an e-fan without a good controller. Do some homework on buying a controller; many good ones out there, as well as cheap. Don't cheap out on a controller!
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
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E fan convert
I converted my 2005 4.2 V6 to an e-fan setup (did a write up on this site) several years ago using a 2 speed Mark VIII fan out of a Taurus. Paid 50 bucks for it. The controller is key for an e-fan. Do not install an e-fan without a good controller. Do some homework on buying a controller; many good ones out there, as well as cheap. Don't cheap out on a controller!
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
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Question about clutch fan sensor for a 07 F150 5.4
I converted my 2005 4.2 V6 to an e-fan setup (did a write up on this site) several years ago using a 2 speed Mark VIII fan out of a Taurus. Paid 50 bucks for it. The controller is key for an e-fan. Do not install an e-fan without a good controller. Do some homework on buying a controller; many good ones out there, as well as cheap. Don't cheap out on a controller!
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
As to my setup, it was removed from the 2005 when I sold it, installed in a 2004 Ranger, removed when I sold that, and is currently installed in my present 2007 F150 with the 4.6 V8. After 7 years, the used fan is still working (two speed), but I'm on my second controller (current is the flex-o-light). I used to have a DCController controller, but sold it, and due to "conflict of interest" with the person who makes them, I went with the flex-o-lite. Been running with it for 2 years now, no issues. I should also note that if/when my e-fan motor needs replacement, a Siemens replacement can be bought from any good autoparts store for about 60 bucks.
I have a 2007 with the 5.4 and I've been wanting to do this upgrade for a while now. So I bought the flex-a-lite 270 duel 15in blade and the instructions don't say anything about what to do with the sensor on the old clutch.
I appreciate any help or advice you can give.
BTW this is my first time on any forum EVER so I hope I posted this right lol