Range Rover Classic - Condenser Fan Replacement Options?

[StangGT5]

One of the condenser fans became noisy and then died on my 92 RRC.

I can't seem to find a new one. I have a 90 parts truck but would prefer to replace it with a new part.

If the fan assembly isn't available new, does anyone know if the electric motor itself is?

 

[Gordo]

I replaced mine with two spal 11 inch pushers. Little loud and was a tight fit but they work well. Had to bend the support brackets a tad as I recall. Here’s the link I got the idea from

https://www.rangerovers.net/threads/87-condenser-fan-motor-replacement.348913/

 

[StangGT5]

I replaced mine with two spal 11 inch pushers. Little loud and was a tight fit but they work well. Had to bend the support brackets a tad as I recall. Here’s the link I got the idea from

https://www.rangerovers.net/threads/87-condenser-fan-motor-replacement.348913/

That's a great idea. I'm all for upgrades.

 

[p m]

I ended up using one 10" and one 11" SPAL fans on my former 95 Classic. Two 11" was a very tight fit.

 

[rover4x4]

Did you use existing wiring for the new fans or upgrade and use relays? I think a pair of 10" SPAL would be more than enough CFM compared to the orignals

 

[p m]

I used the original wiring, it seems to work fine. As far as two 10" SPALs pushing enough air - definitely. Most of the original factory fans are dead by now, or barely turning, and owners completely unaware of that.

 

[StangGT5]

Well, the Spal fans are in. They should definitely move more air. The winch and oil cooler crowded my workspace so I just pulled the bumper. The install wasn't terrible once that was out of the way. I cut off the factory fan motor studs and welded new ones in for the Spals.

Thanks for the suggestions guys.

 

[ERover82]

Really searching the memory archives on this one. If the fan is the same as a D1 then they can be fixed with a Toyota Corolla fan motor. According to Amazon, this is the one I ordered 11 years ago: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VFSXTW/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item

 

[StangGT5]

Really searching the memory archives on this one. If the fan is the same as a D1 then they can be fixed with a Toyota Corolla fan motor. According to Amazon, this is the one I ordered 11 years ago: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VFSXTW/ref=pe_385040_30332200_pe_309540_26725410_item

Those look like Discovery 1 fans for sure, but I think only the late RRCs shared fans with the D1.

My 92 RRC fan motors are two bolt fan motors, whereas the D1 and beyond have three bolt motors.

In any case, the 11" Spal fans fit nicely. I had to beat the hood latch support bars flat across the fan motors and tweak the horn brackets. If I mounted the fans a hair closer I could have avoided the latter. Both mods were easy though.

 

[WaltNYC]

FWIW, here is what the original D1 fans look like. I have played with the idea of replacing them, but they spin strong and haven't built a strong enough case to go through with it.

 

[p m]

FWIW...
Replaced the fans with 10" SPALs on a 95 SWB yesterday.
The only way to get to the top bolts holding each fan is to unbolt radiator brackets, move the radiator back as far as it can go, and unbolt the A/C condenser and push it back as well.
Then it's a 5/16" shallow socket on a shallow ratchet.

 

[Blueboy]

FWIW...
Replaced the fans with 10" SPALs on a 95 SWB yesterday.
The only way to get to the top bolts holding each fan is to unbolt radiator brackets, move the radiator back as far as it can go, and unbolt the A/C condenser and push it back as well.
Then it's a 5/16" shallow socket on a shallow ratchet.

Good to know. Guessing it will be the same on my ‘94 LWB. Organizing the items for an A/C rehab on the Rangie and fans are on the list. Thx.

 

[StangGT5]

Just an update, these 11" fans move a lot of air and are pretty loud. The problem is my fans start running early and dont shut off unless I shut the truck down and let it sit for a while. It's nowhere near overheating when the fans come on.

Even before I replaced the fans I noticed the switch would trigger at around 180-190 degrees. I replaced the switch with an aftermarket unit when I rebuilt the top end, and I don't think it's right. I ordered a new Genuine LR fan switch and relay. Not a big deal since I don't drive it much, but I don't feel like killing the new fans too.

 

[Blueboy]

Just an update, these 11" fans move a lot of air and are pretty loud. The problem is my fans start running early and dont shut off unless I shut the truck down and let it sit for a while. It's nowhere near overheating when the fans come on.

Even before I replaced the fans I noticed the switch would trigger at around 180-190 degrees. I replaced the switch with an aftermarket unit when I rebuilt the top end, and I don't think it's right. I ordered a new Genuine LR fan switch and relay. Not a big deal since I don't drive it much, but I don't feel like killing the new fans too.

Thx. Haven’t had my A/C operation for years and not really sure what all will be needed when rehabbing it so good info to have.

 

[StangGT5]

Thx. Haven’t had my A/C operation for years and not really sure what all will be needed when rehabbing it so good info to have.

I just had the AC in this truck fixed by a local AC shop. It received a new Sanden compressor, a drier, a liquid line, and expansion valve. The AC in this 92 now works better than or at least as good as my 13 LR4 now. No idea why LR didn't fit the LR4 with condenser fans but I may install a set one day.

Parts and labor were less than $2K and it's well worth that. I'm getting to an age where I don't have as much time to work on these things so I'm begrudgingly farming out jobs I don't enjoy.

 

[Blueboy]

I just had the AC in this truck fixed by a local AC shop. It received a new Sanden compressor, a drier, a liquid line, and expansion valve. The AC in this 92 now works better than or at least as good as my 13 LR4 now. No idea why LR didn't fit the LR4 with condenser fans but I may install a set one day.

Parts and labor were less than $2K and it's well worth that. I'm getting to an age where I don't have as much time to work on these things so I'm begrudgingly farming out jobs I don't enjoy.

Great information! Appreciate it. A/C is no doubt way above my pay grade so will be doing the same.