Instead of adding a cooler fan . Decided to duct between the radiator and the cooler. Had some left over aluminum from a prevous trailer repair. Made a homemade brake using a press and some 2" steel blocks. Broke out the square cardboard, siccors, tin snips . And not to forget. The trusty $15 Harbor Frieght electric shear. Took awhile to make templates as the car is all together. Now it'll pull air without vehicle movement. Hopefully this helps when you have to make 3 runs in less than an hour.
Doug

Crafty! But that's going to add 1/2 pound to the front of the car!

LOL, Beautiful work!

On a more serious note, is the new shroud contacting/rubbing on the radiator fins?

No it has 3/16" clearance everywhere. I'll monitor it. If it shows any signs of contact. Then the clearance can be increased. Didn't weight it but been using this same aluminum (.030") for fan mounting, fan shrouds, airpans,
It's pretty stiff wihen it has a bend in it.
Doug

very nice !
will you be possibly considering a fan for the cooler in the future ?

Shouldn't need one. That's why I built the duct. It has a dual fan set up out a late model Charger. On 16 volts you could swear they could pull the car forward.
Doug

interesting use of the late model charger fan setup.
i am considering that setup [if and] when i build a more potent engine for my charger.
that looks like a good fit and choice.

Just make sure you don't get the recalled ones.

Impressive skills, looks awesome!

Been in the car 13 years.
Doug

Good to hear. The recall seams to afflict only the late model versions from 2011 to 2016. As with most recalls, there was not a 100% chance of failure.

"According to available information, late model Dodge Chargers from the 2011-2016 model years were subject to a cooling fan recall issued by FCA US LLC (Chrysler), affecting vehicles manufactured between August 23, 2010, and January 7, 2016; you can check your specific vehicle by contacting Chrysler customer service with the recall number "S03".
Key points about the recall:

Affected vehicles: 2011-2016 Dodge Chargers

Issue: Potential problem with the cooling fan motor
Action required: Contact your local Dodge dealer to get the cooling fan inspected and repaired if necessary."

how do the aftermarket versions of this fan perform ?
any better than the recalled factory fans ?

As always, your work is amazing.

"Not it'll pull air without vehicle movement."

How so. the electrics will pull air when stopped.

Your best "trick" here IMO, adding the cooler's lip spoiler.

Probably a lot of turbulence in that entire area, but regardless you will be ahead of the game as a result of this project.

Typo. corrected

"now it will pull air with no vehicle movement"

Doug

Nice set up Doug , you made templates ? Gary

How high were you seeing on your tranny temps?

Made a couple of templates until it was right. Had a complete taped up cardboard mock up. But even then you're not always sure of the fit. The cardboard is just to flexible. Normally the trans never exceeds 180 degrees. Last year running round Robin at the Summit Park Mopar event we saw 250 degrees.
Doug

what temperature does atf start to break down, 260 or so ?
what is the optimal operating temperature of atf ?

I remember reading there is degradation observable for every 10F, now if there is a cliff, I don't know if or where.