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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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Hey guys, I want to wire my E-fan so it comes on and stays on while the motor is running. I dont really want to wire it to a switch like everyone says, I want to wire it in somehow so it will come on and off with the ignition. I am not sure in the slightest how well this will work or how hardthis might be. Any suggestions??


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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 08:40 PM
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Atleast put it on a thermo switch. the fan constantly being on will take away from the already dinky output of the alternator
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 10:11 PM
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I agree with posjeepxj. But I like the switch that way you can turn it off just in case your alternator dies on the road so you won't drain your battery.
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Old Apr 19, 2010 | 10:03 AM
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Heres what i have done many times in the past and it works out perfect. Just find your ignition wire on the column ( shows 12v + with key forward ) and use that as your power source for a toggle switch. This way when you leave the toggle on the fan is activated by your ignition, but in a situation when you have to turn it off you still can; those fans suck some serious power and will drain your battery with the quickness!
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 04:20 AM
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Originally Posted by posjeepxj
Atleast put it on a thermo switch. the fan constantly being on will take away from the already dinky output of the alternator

Where can I get a thermo switch??
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