Stock AirBox, Water Spray Shield Redux

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Nov 10, 2008 | 05:43 PM

#21

Roxster

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Joined: Jun 2008

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From: SoCal

Quote:

Originally Posted by rnjstel

As far as the fan, you guys do realize it is a a fan on engine coolant temperature switch and does not run 100% of the time anyway.

It only runs when the coolant reaches around 210F then turns off around 180F or so. Or, when the A/C clutch is pulled in.

I'm not sure that's true. I thought the fan went on when you go into 4-Low, as well. I may be mistaken.

In any event, nice work. I believe that shroud that snowbdr88 shows is a factory piece meant for the diesel version of the JK. I assume there's no problem with restricting air flow with either approach.

Nov 10, 2008 | 06:14 PM

#22

Frozenman

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Joined: Sep 2008

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From: Crown Point, IN

AHHHHH Put a switch on the fan anyway, Cause when you're splashing around in the water, a healthy splash or a submerged fan will stall the fan motor. I don't know how long the fan can be stalled for before it becomes toast.

Nov 11, 2008 | 07:10 AM

#23

mudy 07 rubicon

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Joined: Mar 2008

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From: NORTHERN VA

ive seen this in action and it works GREAT!!!

Nov 11, 2008 | 07:23 AM

#24

RedneckJeep

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Joined: Feb 2008

Posts: 7,215

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From: Georgia

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Originally Posted by Frozenman

The fan will be toast whether it's running or not. Electric motors and water ain't the best of friends.

Nov 12, 2008 | 01:59 PM

#25

justinstoffregen

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Joined: Jun 2007

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From: Asheville, NC

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Originally Posted by 07armygreen

I think I would be more worried about this mod starving my engine of air than I am the occasional splash.
YOU GUYS are having trouble with spray??? These pics are what my Jeep LOVES...Ha...y'all must be hitting some hard-core water, I would just get a snorkel if it's that bad.