Removing fan guard a bad idea?

[lmholmes11]

im planning on removing my fan guard (not the fan shroud) to make serp belt changes easier if it should happen on the highway somewhere. I was told that the motor will run warmer with this guard removed?? Its hard to believe but does anyone know for sure? Thanks

[DmaxMaverick]

How often are you changing belts? They should last 5 years, more or less. If you shred a belt while on the highway, the cover will usually remove itself (360 HP weedeater effect). At least with it there, you have a chance of catching it before it eats the hood insulation. Bad idea, methinks.

[lmholmes11]

You make s good point I think ill keep it on. I'm thinking mine is still on its original belt so ill replace and check all pulleys one pf these days.

[More Power]

Caged fans are more efficient at moving air. Removing the cage will reduce its efficiency, but might only be a problem during extreme driving (towing in hot weather, towing up the steep grades, etc).

Jim

[lmholmes11]

Ok that makes sense, thanks for your reply Jim