I performed the modification, suggested by JimF's website, on my car and it has helped keep this big engine cooler! I don't mind the "whooshing" sound of the fan clutch engaging because I know I won't have to replace the hood pad and other heat-sensitive items soon. The temperature on the gage now hovers at 80-85C while sitting at a stoplight instead of climbing towards 100C with the aux fans kicking in. This is a great idea since the fan clutch is off-center from the car and is also further hindered by the radiator and auxiliary fans; reducing cooler air to be drawn into the engine compartment.
Thanks for this great forum.
