My restoration shop and engine guy's have had no luck in finding one .
I need a new Thermal Fan Clutch for a totally stock , 1967 442 , 400 E ,
H.D. cooling system , A.C. , 6 bladed fan , original on car has the "wobbles"

My sources have not been able to source a new one ..
Open to any ideas .
Thanks . Jim

 

Joesw31 , Thank you for the lead .
Looks perfect . Is that a decent price ? Or do you think something like that
would be negotiable ?
Sorry to be such a neophyte , I usually have some experienced ebay friends do my purchasing for me ...... The vintage parts market seems to be it's own unique arena ..

 

I have a used one from a 65' here somewhere, I'll try and find it.

 

If an aftermarket replacement is good for you, then Rockauto has several brands to choose from between 20-50 bucks...

 

Check with Super Cars Unlimited I believe they carry your clutch, I found they carried the one for my 65 after I shelled out $200 for a NOS one.

 

I will let you know how this works out .
Nice link to the NOS one , and a Rockauto idea , I will see which one works best . Thanks , Jim

 

I was not using Super Cars Unlimited as a top of mind source .
Will check that too . Thanks

 

i would be leery of a nos fan clutch of that vintage. there is silicone fluid inside, and a rubber seal on the shaft. i have nos delco fan clutches that are not exactly identical, but will fit and function fine. they are a split between regular duty and heavy duty hayden fan clutches. i use 1 on ernie with a 7 blade fan with zero issues. and, they're of recent manufacture. and they're much less than that ebay clutch.


bill

 

I would also strongly recommend supercars unlimited. Greg is a great source for parts and knowledge. He has been in the parts business for years and Olds exclusively for over 25 years.

 

Man , that was quick primer on 5 varied and intelligent sources .
I will advise which one is chosen , and post some pic's on my " build " thread . Much appreciated , Jim