Topic: '67 289 with a/c fan clutch

[socalgt]

I understand the C7ZE-A is a service replacement for a '67 289 with a/c.  I thought it might be a good compromise between original and replacement for a car that is driven on a regular basis, rather than an original that would most likely be worn.  Any thoughts would be welcome.

[J_Speegle]

The 75 version of the MPC I have  lists

for 67 Mustang without the hang on AC as C7OZ-8A616-C - stamped with C7ZE-B  2.91" depth

This same one in the April 68 version is listed
for a 67 Mustang 289 without the hang on AC built after 2/27/67 C7OZ-8A616-C - stamped with C7ZE-B  2.91" depth

The April 68 version listed
The one stamped C7ZE-A  2.91" depth was used/service replacement for the 67 Mustang with 289 without the hang on AC before the 2/27 date

Not sure why Ford changed

Picture from another thread but it includes information related to this thread also

[socalgt]

Thanks.....I assume finding one without signs of leakage, that has resistance to turning would be a sign of still being "useable"?  I prefer original parts, but I drive my cars and am not looking for an overheating problem.

[Bob Gaines]

Chris Brown has reproduced the 2.91 fan clutch which shares the identical physical dimensions as other fan clutchs . The difference being the various engineering numbers stamped on the flange hub. He currently only stamps the numbers of the higher demand ones like CJ and Shelby.They look extremely accurate on the order of Scott fullers items.  You may be able to talk Chris into stamping the engineering numbers you need. This might be a alternative.  http://www.manta.com/c/mm4xggv/browns-body-shop . Tell him Gaines thinks he shouldn't be a snob and only stamp the high profile cars clutches  .   

[socalgt]

The 75 version of the MPC I have  lists

for 67 Mustang without the hang on AC as C7OZ-8A616-C - stamped with C7ZE-B  2.91" depth

This same one in the April 68 version is listed
for a 67 Mustang 289 without the hang on AC built after 2/27/67 C7OZ-8A616-C - stamped with C7ZE-B  2.91" depth

The April 68 version listed
The one stamped C7ZE-A  2.91" depth was used/service replacement for the 67 Mustang with 289 without the hang on AC before the 2/27 date

Not sure why Ford changed

Picture from another thread but it includes information related to this thread also

Jeff, I know it's right in front of me on your posting, but, could you confirm which one is original for a '67 289 with factory a/c built 4/67....I'm  not sure what they mean with the term "hang on a/c"  or Ford a/c?

[Deuce]

... The one stamped C7ZE-A 2.91" depth was used/service replacement for the 67 Mustang with 289 without the hang on AC before the 2/27 date

Resurrecting this 4-year thread. 

The discussion relates to a current situation with my car.  The recent pics below are of the C7ZE-A fan clutch removed when replacing the leaking timing cover.  Because of evidence of leaking oil (hasn't been cleaned), this part wasn't reinstalled and we went with an aftermarket fan clutch.  This is a C-code car with AC and T/E, so it is equipped with the 7-blade clutch fan. 

It's been difficult to determine whether this C7ZE-A fan clutch is still functional; however the car does seem to run a bit cooler with the new fan clutch installed.

Can this C7ZE-A fan clutch be rebuilt?  Looks like a "sealed unit" to me, so I'm guessing probably not (?).

[67gtasanjose]

A guy over at a Corvette site was rebuilding them. Try Pampered Corvette and see if it was them.
There are other threads about these here and maybe middle of the summer this year, it came up again.

[Bob Gaines]

Yes, they can be rebuilt but the guy that does them has a long lead time to get them rebuilt and cost and shipping is only a little less then the brand new almost exact repros that Chris Brown Classics makes.  http://www.brownsautobodyservices.com/classics  FYI it is not a inexpensive process regardless of which way you go.