RE: [DML] keeping the dmc from overheating

["John Hervey" <john@xxxx>]

Dan, I have noticed you have got some information that's not totally
correct. First I would restore the wiring back to the original condition. If
you need help you can call. The otterstat and AC control mode switch turns
the fans on and off. The fans are turned on by temperature of the
otterstat.92,97,98 Degree C.( I have 3 temps on the web site. ) The
otterstat works simultaneous with the AC compressor clutch turning on and
off if needed. ( Meaning they can both be turned on at the same time.) The
protection of the circuit working correctly is as good as it's weakest link
and The Fan Fix Dual 2x2 can fix it safely with less strain on the wiring
harness of the car for other components. The Air Bleeder can continuous
bleed off any air that gets into the system that would hinder the otterstat
from doing it's job correctly. Your thermostat above the water pump needs to
working correctly and the radiator should not be clogged up.
With normal maintance the system should work fine in any weather.
John Hervey
www.specialtauto.com


-----Original Message-----
From: dsstriker [mailto:dsstriker@xxxx]
Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2003 6:07 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] keeping the dmc from overheating


> the previous owner of my dmc hooked up a toggle switch to keep the
> fans running to prevent an overheat. I am not crazy about this type
> of engineering as i would like to fix the problem. I know that other
> owners have wired similar switches to prevent overheats as well but,
> as i am new to deloreans, what should i look for in terms of running
> this toggle switch correctly? quick example, I had the switch on, and
> the car started overheating about 10 minutes later. Any advice? Does
> running the AC potenially cut the fan power? The previous owner sid
> that it was a direct hook up to the battery. Let me know what you
> think, Dan