In changing from a 216 to the 235 engine I have installed the required new short waterpump/spacer combo but the radiator is still back too far for fan clearance. I'm having the radiator side mounting flanges relocated as far back as possible and vertical in order to move the radiator as far forward as I can. Will also lower it about 2" in the surround to catch more air.

Question is: to those of you who have done this, what fan did you use? I've checked out 17" GM car fans but still pretty thick. This must clear the balancer so 16" may be better (?). All advice appreciated.


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