If you were going to scoop ice cream out of a bowl, would you do it with the back of a spoon? Yes it's backwards. You've been told this numerous times in every different way by multiple people, and even provided pictures explaining to you exactly WHY it is backwards.

Also, good job on the photo. Glad you finally got rid of that potato you were using earlier.

there you go, if you only mentioned the word rivette in your earlier post i couldve picked it up quickly.. here's the pic... now judge if my fan is correct or no?

I really thought that I explained it thoroughly.  Given the reference photos of correct installations (rivets toward the engine) vs. the Tony installation (rivets toward the radiator), the written requests for photos and when combined with the 'inside-out' clothing analogy, well, it should be understood. 

I can't really do more, and at the risk of sounding like a jerk, I will encourage everyone to totally ignore Tony and his requests for help.  Every time he asks a question, he gets good information and chooses to ignore the information and advice given, becomes confrontational, finds his own 'better way' by the way of soda bottles, tape, snake oil and moped parts.  So, my feelings - to h*ll with him, let him learn how to research his own solutions and learn the hard way.  We've been through it all before - electronic ignition/points/123/Jeremy's one-size-fits-all/irridium plugs/plug leads ad libitum/clutch throw-out bearing/WD40/clutch return spring from the back porch screen door/rod change soda bottle upgrade etc/throttle cable/oil filter anti-drain valve  construction (btw, Fram makes Unipart)/using screws instead of clevis pins, and so on...  The list goes on and on, and it's pointless.  Won't join the local clubs, won't read a tech article, won't listen, accuses and ridicules.  Really pathetic.

I feel sorry for the poor sap who buys this entropic mini after Tony's finished butchering it and can't get it to perform properly. 

Let's face it - game over.

guys honestly, im beginning to get confused, there are only two ways a fan can turn, either clockwise or counterclockwise,  all i can say is after i drive my car and park it in the garage i always feel the front left side of the car and its hot... what does it mean??

"....whether it turns clockwise or counterclockwise"

Well it turns BOTH ways depending on where you are standing looking at it! The only way to get the fan to blow (or suck?) inwards is to make the engine turn backwards, which is beyond the scope of this forum!  But you'll see, it works MUCH better with your "wing" providing "lift" OUTWARD!

Dave,
I don't believe that Robster/velocity has ever said that his Mini overheats....
I think he's worried about what will happen when things get a bit warmer. Somewhat like the kid that can't sleep because he's afraid of the monster under the bed.

He could worry a lot less if he would turn his fan the right way around. And, no, we're not referencing whether it turns clockwise or counterclockwise.

ok, ow-kay!!  to have an end to this hulabu, i will post a video of my radiator fan before and after i turn on the engine so you'll see which direction it runs... ill do that a soon as i got home from work... hang in there lad.

sorry if lad means lady... i didnt mean that way.

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Yeah, I really should know better - how many times have I asked or given images for you to take a second look at your fan?  Let me guess, you've never been to the articles pages that our host provides.  Yes, correct fan installation is described there...  I believe it's in Calver's Corner.  Yes, Calver can teach a few things.  I suggest you check these resources out.  They're FREE!

Ok, Tony, check it out:  All of these images represent the wearing of clothes.  As you can see, even though they're applied correctly, the installation is wrong.  Think of your fan as being inside out.  Look at the pictures I posted and compare to your own.  The riveted side is toward the engine and the 'cup' of the blade faces the radiator.  If you bolted two tongue depressors to the pulley, they'd still spin in the same direction. 

I did congratulate you on attatching it to the pulley.  Once you've turned it around to function properly, you may find that you require a small purpose-built factory spacer between the pulley and the fan.  These come in 2 thicknesses, depending upon what's required.  I suggest that you obtain one or the other if you are currently lacking one.  I'll not spoon-feed the part numbers to you, heck - you're the bright one, éh Jethro? 

Even though the engineers that designed certain components can't compare to your duct tape, clothespin and bailing wire solutions, they will work together in symphony when applied and installed correctly; whether you believe it or not.  Doing things correctly will ultimately save you money, effort, disappointment, heartache, ridicule and scorn.  Don't cry that nobody's helping you when you're too (.....) to read what's been given you.  You've got some attitude ...

Also, just for the record, I never said the engine rotated counter clockwise, and I do my own wrenching.  I've only owned one mini though.  When I feel the need for something different, I change the car into what suits my mood. 

Leopards can't change their spots.

Your fan IS on backwards!!   Actually they will blow OUT to the tire no matter which way you install it.... BUT it will blow MUCH MORE if you get the airfoil working properly!   Think of an airplane wing.... you are now flying upside down!!

I'd like to see you trying a little harder NOT to get up in arms about things... You now have a bit of a reputation for saying things a little oddly, and justifiably for what I call "answer shopping".... if you don't like someone's answer or suggestion, you ignore it and keep looking for the answer you want!  Unfortunately that is called "wishful thinking" and is irritating to those who try to help! 

Sadly,,,, Jeg knows it all too well. But you miss the irony.

There is no thinking outside the box. There is the right way, and the wrong way. You seem to pick the wrong way, or go about the right way the wrong way...

I still have no idea how or why or when you are overheating, as you posted smart a55 answers instead of answers to my questions, perhaps yeilding some potentially useful info that would help experienced folk likely answer, or narrow down your issues. 

So, I think I'm going to move on and leave you to work it out... 

jeg has forgotten where the direction of clockwise goes!!!  maybe his clockwise goes to the left!! omg!

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So, you're happy with the way your fan is working then. 

Good for you; great to see all of that thinking outside the traditional box. 

BTW - Just like on Sesame Street, one of these things is not like the others.

its pushing air towards the tire... i feel the tire with my hands it was hot , especially after i did the 90mph.... darn i shouldve video'd it

So, how's that Arizona heat treating your cooling system?  Do you think it might be time to check that your fan is pushing air through the radiator towards the tire?

Well Zip if you didn't already have the best forum avatar that pic would be ideal.

Stearman. No, not mine. I'm not independently wealthy. [rolleyes]
Best couple of hundred bucks I've spent in a long time. Had an absolute blast. I would do it again in a heartbeat.... Airplanes are an incurable desease.

You are welcome LOL...

But seriously... are you overheating at idle, cruising at 50, flogging the last breath out of your 1098 at 90, or after you coast down? I've never had an issue keeping any small-bore cool, so this should be a simple fix when armed with all the information.

Is it? 

I guess with auto mechanics we can add photography to one of your talents. 

posted on the "cable" thread

Take any other pictures of the throttle cable?