383 serpentine setup

[peakandscoot]

I want to run a serpentine setup on my 383 but i dont want to break the bank. March is to much. I have been looking at the CVF set up as well , which is the picture i am attaching, but i really dont need to spend the extra money for the bling. Any one running a functional set up that has AC and power steering? Pics would be great

 

[diesel_lv]

Here's what I'm running. Don't remember cost, but they list a number and are quick at getting back with you. The main issue is radiator/fan fitment. But uses all modern components that you source yourself.

 

[peakandscoot]

That may be a problem I already had to move my engine back to fit my electric fan

 

[diesel_lv]

That may be a problem I already had to move my engine back to fit my electric fan View attachment 961391

I just measured mine. I have a 2-1/2" thick 2 row aluminum radiator. Between the front of the water pump pulley and the radiator is 3-1/2". I used a Ford Contour fan and had to shave it a bit, lip and bracing, to get it to fit. But engine stayed in factory location.

 

[peakandscoot]

living in the heat of Florida i went with the 3 core fan with a custom shroud and electric 16 inch fan. I didnt realize there was going to be a problem until 6 months later when i dropped the engine in then tried to put on the water pump. Luckily i had replaced my transmission with a 1965 727 slip yoke. Because of that i already knew i was going to be modifying my cross member and need a new drive shaft. when im ready i will measure for the drive shaft. If not for that i would have eliminated the electric fan. Or sold the entire set up for a loss.