Re: Stag Composite Radiator Cowl Set

[Glenn Merrell <gmerrel@domain.elided>]

Glenn Merrell wrote:

> Ian Baird wrote:
>
> > Hi Glenn
> >
> > I have read with interest your reports and web site content on the cowl set.
> >
> > Are there any proved figures on cooling, or is it still in the testing stage
>
> The proof is in an SOC article from 1994, where Dave Wardle tested his Stag at
> the Rover environmental chamber in the UK.  The data shows that only two
> configurations had stable temperature after a 20 minute idle, the electric fan,
> and the standard Stag uprated radiator with a cowl.
>
> > Will there be any problem in fitting the cowl when the viscous fan is sited
> > close to the radiator, i.e. my fan, Mk1, is only about an inch away from the
> > radiator!  So even to get the radiator back in on it's own is a tight fit !
>
> The one inch is normal.  If you have the metal fan, you hsould replace your
> motor mounts before installing the cowls.  If you have the plastic fan, you have
> plenty of clearance.  The cowl is made in two halves.  The top half is fitted
> from the topside, radiator and fan in place.  Then the bottom half is fitted
> from the bottom of the car.  Six screws and it is fitted.
>
> A one piece cowl would be impossible to install as you noted, no room between
> the radiator and fan.
>
> > Will it go back in with the cowl fitted ?
>
> Cowl Off first, Cowl ON last.
>
> > Just a thought.
>
> Every question helps!!  It is stupid looks and bad answers that are bad!
>
> > Ian Baird
> > '70 Mk1 Stag LD122
>
>   Regards,
> Glenn Merrell