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Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo

Posted By: Bad340fish

Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 10:57 AM

Is anyone out there running a Radiator and Fan combo for an A-body that clears the meziere pump with a small block? My current setup has worked for a long time but I would like tp upgrade it. I see lots of people make a radiator and electric fan combo but some I see either have cheap fans, or the dimensions won't clear the Meziere pump. Kind of looking for a bolt in deal before Drag Week. Thanks for any info.

I have looked at Becool(which might work but to expensive), I have an email into cold case radiator, and one or two others I can't remember. I can look at the Champion setup and tell that it won't clear the pump.

Its an unlikely find this close to drag week but worth an ask. I am worried about reliability of my current hacked up Dodge Intrepid fans more than I am over heating.
Posted By: tubtar

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 11:07 AM

The Chevrolet SSR fan and shroud package is about the narrowest I could find , and it fits the core nicely.
But I am using a remote pump and shoving water into the center core plugs , so the pump isn't hanging off the front of the motor.
If you have 4" from pump to radiator , it will be close to right.
I seem to recall it being 3 5/8 " thick.
Posted By: J_BODY

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 01:36 PM

I’m using two smaller fans diagonal. The one on the left is set up “quick release” style so I have more room to roll the engine with a ratchet if needed. I’m race only so no shroud so can’t say how’d it work street duty.
Posted By: topfueldart

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 02:59 PM

I run one of these fan setups, with a universal northern/summit radiator. I run chevrolet style with passenger lower/drivers upper, but I'd consider a double pass if you can run both on the passenger side.

https://www.universalpartsinc.com/shopping/productDetails.aspx?i=750831&c=10328
Posted By: bigdad

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 10:57 PM

I will be tackling this problem soon , it will have to be a 1 off custom piece it appears to fit it in nicely ( that Meziere snout is long )
Posted By: rickraw

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/16/21 11:06 PM

I used a wizard rad with 3/4” shroud and 4 staggered puller fan in a abody with a moroso electric water pump. Fit like a glove.
Posted By: one bad fish

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/17/21 01:17 PM

Originally Posted by Bad340fish
Is anyone out there running a Radiator and Fan combo for an A-body that clears the meziere pump with a small block? My current setup has worked for a long time but I would like tp upgrade it. I see lots of people make a radiator and electric fan combo but some I see either have cheap fans, or the dimensions won't clear the Meziere pump. Kind of looking for a bolt in deal before Drag Week. Thanks for any info.

I have looked at Becool(which might work but to expensive), I have an email into cold case radiator, and one or two others I can't remember. I can look at the Champion setup and tell that it won't clear the pump.

Its an unlikely find this close to drag week but worth an ask. I am worried about reliability of my current hacked up Dodge Intrepid fans more than I am over heating.
mine is a csr pump put it clears i would put pics but its a pain in the butt for lol
Posted By: Just-a-dart

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/17/21 06:10 PM

I used a Champion crossflow radiator and shroud for a early big block Camaro.
Also you can pick up about 3/4" by milling the recess off the timing cover and
and not using the Meziere block off plate.

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Posted By: Bad340fish

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 08/17/21 08:48 PM

That looks really good, my Dad and I were just talking about the timing cover modification this morning. I don't have time to rework much stuff before Drag Week so I ordered a Delta Pag 18" 4000CFM fan. Its only 2.1" thick at the edge and 2.7" in the middle. Not the cheapest option but I have wanted one for awhile because I can control its speed with my Megasquirt.
Posted By: Bad340fish

Re: Small Block, Meziere Pump, Radiator Fan Combo - 09/10/21 05:34 PM

Cutting it close with the fan coming in last night. Its in and working but wired ugly due to time. Haven't driven the car yet but I can't imagine this not being better than what I had. It moves some air! 4000CFM and its not even that loud. The fan controller they offer is nice but I will probably move it to being controlled by my EFI to clear up some mess once drag week is over.

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