Topic: 59AB in 39 fan clearance


MICHV8    -- 03-22-2016 @ 4:44 AM
  Will the 59AB fan location work in a stock 39 radiator configuration? If not, is it difficult to relocate the fan on the 59AB?
Thanks to all...


42merc    -- 03-22-2016 @ 6:08 AM
  Short answer No.
We need to know the body type your dealing with.
If it is a '39 Deluxe, just change the the lower pulley to the '39 Deluxe pulley & use the corresponding fan.
If it is a '39 standard or a truck, change the lower pulley to a single sheave & use the standards fan mount generator & fan. Truck would be the same except for the different hub length on the fan.

This message was edited by 42merc on 3-22-16 @ 6:13 AM


MICHV8    -- 03-22-2016 @ 2:47 PM
  42merc
39 convertible coupe...photo of engine (not mine yet) attached



42merc    -- 03-22-2016 @ 3:18 PM
  Yup, that's a 59A alright.

I'll assume your convert is a Deluxe.
Use a lower pulley from a '39 deluxe,or a '40 std or deluxe, or a '41 v8 engine.
This pulley will have a single sheave and incorporate a hub to which the fan bolts to.
You will also use the proper '39-'41 6 blade fan that bolts to this hub.
On the 59A remove the 2 sheave pulley & install the '39-'40 or '41 pulley, then bolt on the new fan.

Unbolt the fan from the 59A generator & throw under the work bench it's no longer needed.


MICHV8    -- 03-22-2016 @ 4:51 PM
  42merc
Thanks Chief!



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