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I just got a combination of socket extensions the right length. With a socket on one end bracing on a nut head and the drive end of the socket resting against something firm on the engine. A piece of timber would do same.
Once braced. I did not find the fan needed much persuading at all with a large adjustable spanner on the fan nut.
I just did the bush mechanic trick of a sharp crack with a cold chisel on the edge of the fan nut to shock it loose. Works every time though I admit does leave a small mark on the edge of the nut. Await the flaming from the self righteous members [emoji6]
Hi All,
Could someone describe or post a pic (although for some reason I find pics impossible to view recently) of this 'fan tool'?
Might take one with me to Cape York
Cheers
Ralph
It is basically a long very thin open ended spanner. It is about 14" long, is only a few mm thick and I think is 36mm (or is it 32mm) - I just cannot find mine at the moment to take a pic.
I bought mine from Total Tools for about $30 - they are marketed as a Ford Fan Hub Spanner - there are a few different sizes.
See here Buy Toledo Viscous Fan Hub Spanner - Ford 6 Cyl | Total Tools
Another option, sold by PowerfulUK:
land-rover-discovery-3-4-viscous-fan-coupling-tools