3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002) 1993-2002 Discussion including performance modifications and Technical Support Sections.
Sponsored by:

Pettit cc3 fan/ ICE install

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 04-15-19, 10:17 AM
  #1  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (7)
 
aplscrambles's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: NC
Posts: 481
Received 87 Likes on 68 Posts
Pettit cc3 fan/ ICE install

Have had the fan (Intercooler enhance kit) for my Pettit cool charge 3 sitting in my garage for months, went to install it recently and realized the instruction sheet was missing. Called Cam at Pettit and it sounds like the instruction sheet file has been lost on their computer or something. Anyone have that sheet or can give me a rough rundown on install? All he told me on the phone was to zip tie the fan through the rad core which doesn't sound very secure, and splice into the low fan speed wire at one of the fan relays which he thought might be red/yellow or yellow/red.
Old 04-15-19, 12:12 PM
  #2  
Top of the food chain!!!

iTrader: (1)
 
ItalynStylion's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2005
Location: North Dallas, TX
Posts: 1,012
Received 44 Likes on 27 Posts
This is what you should use to secure the fan to the intercooler.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HE6H6K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HE6H6K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've not done the wiring yet as mine is also sitting in the garage at the moment too. Very excited to get mine in the car.
Old 04-15-19, 03:44 PM
  #3  
Sponsor
iTrader: (41)
 
IRPerformance's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: NJ
Posts: 11,347
Received 317 Likes on 190 Posts
If it were my car I would weld up some brackets to mount the fan to the intercooler but for cost and simplicity the above zip ties are fine. I would run a dedicated relay to the fan to either come on with the radiator fans or to a switch so you can turn it on as you like.
Old 04-16-19, 08:31 AM
  #4  
Top of the food chain!!!

iTrader: (1)
 
ItalynStylion's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2005
Location: North Dallas, TX
Posts: 1,012
Received 44 Likes on 27 Posts
Originally Posted by IRPerformance
If it were my car I would weld up some brackets to mount the fan to the intercooler but for cost and simplicity the above zip ties are fine. I would run a dedicated relay to the fan to either come on with the radiator fans or to a switch so you can turn it on as you like.
I agree with running a dedicated relay and switch. Are there any decent switches that fit in the switch area in the center console and look factory?
Old 04-16-19, 09:20 AM
  #5  
Built Not Bought

iTrader: (14)
 
TwinCharged RX7's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Stamford, CT
Posts: 4,230
Likes: 0
Received 842 Likes on 530 Posts
I wouldn't want a manual switch, would you enjoy manually turning on your radiator and each time?

Just tap into one of the fan wires to activate a really that provides fused power from the battery. When your radiator fans come on, so will your IC fan.

Or wire it so that it turns on with ignition.
Old 04-16-19, 09:32 AM
  #6  
Sponsor
iTrader: (41)
 
IRPerformance's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: NJ
Posts: 11,347
Received 317 Likes on 190 Posts
Originally Posted by ItalynStylion
I agree with running a dedicated relay and switch. Are there any decent switches that fit in the switch area in the center console and look factory?
I've used an oem fog light switch to turn on intercooler fans. Whatever you do, DO NOT convert the radiator fans to run off a manual switch. Sorry if that wasn't clear.
Old 04-16-19, 05:59 PM
  #7  
Senior Member
iTrader: (2)
 
SpinningDorito's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: TX
Posts: 482
Received 80 Likes on 68 Posts
Any data on how much of a difference this kind of fan setup makes? I can't seem to find a consensus on it looking through older threads.
Old 04-16-19, 09:39 PM
  #8  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
iTrader: (7)
 
aplscrambles's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: NC
Posts: 481
Received 87 Likes on 68 Posts
Originally Posted by TwinCharged RX7
I wouldn't want a manual switch, would you enjoy manually turning on your radiator and each time?

Just tap into one of the fan wires to activate a really that provides fused power from the battery. When your radiator fans come on, so will your IC fan.

Or wire it so that it turns on with ignition.
I'm with you. I do not want or need a manual switch. I want the intercooler fan to come on anytime the rad fans are on period. I also agree that a relay is the right way to go rather than a bullshit scotchlock tap like pettit supplied with the kit. Anyone know for sure what wire is the low speed out the fan relays or at the fan motors?
Old 04-16-19, 10:57 PM
  #9  
Built Not Bought

iTrader: (14)
 
TwinCharged RX7's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Stamford, CT
Posts: 4,230
Likes: 0
Received 842 Likes on 530 Posts
I'd actually leave it off unless you are having problems without it
Old 04-17-19, 07:17 AM
  #10  
Rotary Specialists
RX7Club Vendor
iTrader: (11)
 
Banzai-Racing's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Indiana
Posts: 4,824
Received 307 Likes on 179 Posts
I have used the cruise switch to trigger a relay to turn on the Pettit SMIC fan. It automatically resets when the ignition is turned off, has a green light to let you know it is on and does not have any effect on the CC
Old 04-17-19, 08:29 AM
  #11  
43 yrs of driving My 7's

iTrader: (1)
 
mikejokich's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Alabama
Posts: 415
Received 109 Likes on 69 Posts
I have used the blank switch location in my center console for my IC fan for over 10 years. Simply buy a new or used fog light switch and place it into the blank center location. Wire in a automotive relay from the ignition positive to send ground to the fan with ignition on, positive to the fan from the battery.
Mike
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
adamrs80
3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
4
06-05-12 09:47 AM
Bullet13b
New Member RX-7 Technical
2
01-06-11 03:42 PM
FD3S2005
3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
3
10-10-09 03:08 AM



Quick Reply: Pettit cc3 fan/ ICE install



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:31 AM.