Finally got around to some car work.
Upgrading the existing heater fan to a squirrel cage from the original axial fan. The axial fan moves air - but can't generate significant pressure - I'm hoping the new fan will improve on that without tipping me over my current budget.
The space I have to work with. The heater radiator hoses will stay outside the air box.
Mocked up the new bracket and airbox to draw fresh air in from above, through the bonnet vents with offset more space on the drivers side where the fan intake will be.
Starting with the fan bracket, 1mm aluminium but seems sturdy enough once the panel has flanges added.
Offered up - looks ok so far.
Some challenges with fouling the pedal box lid bolts - might be as simple as a shortened bolt in the back position.
It's a 3 speed fan - I'm intending just to have one setting - On or Off - no point in finesse of air speed in an open top Zero + avoids any changes to the dashboard controls.
Air box surrounding the lot to follow.
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