Bad Fan Clutch?

[JDMMA70]

I searched and didnt find the answer i was looking for. Is my fan clutch bad? It sounds like a damn 18 wheeler going down the road even when its warmed up. More like hurricane ivan ripping through the east coast. How do i know if its bad. I heard the gas milage will drop, if thats the case then itll explain why im only getting 11.3mpg.



Help would be appreciated

Thanks
~JDMMA70

 

[Nick M]

Has it always been this way? If it is locked up, it will remain noisy, and yes, cause excessive parasitic draw. At least you will have air flow.

 

[cuel]

http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?t=61740&page=2

Check out that thread. It might help you a bit(or a lot, depending)...

 

[JDMMA70]

Has it always been this way? If it is locked up, it will remain noisy, and yes, cause excessive parasitic draw. At least you will have air flow.

Since ive had the car yes. I start it the fan will get loud for about 15 seconds get quiet then i drive and my big rig comes to life. I Park and idle all is quiet maybe some wind noise here and there. rev is up and whooooooo whoooooo. Cant even hear the exhaust or the engine over the fan. only the bov makes more noise