Goodbye Old Fan! More Space, Less Drag, Better Cooling. A proper OEM E-Fan Conversion '01 Tahoe

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  • @meade916
    @meade916  4 роки тому +29

    This was something i have been meaning to do for a long time! When i took off my fan shroud to work on the quad-alternator bracket (see previous recent videos for the build), i knew this was the time. So i made a few phone calls to find out my BEST option for this vehicle. This was it. So i did it. I'm loving it so far! Now with this out of the way i can start running wires from the alternators to the regulators and the big cables to the rear of the vehicle. Fun! Today i went live while we were doing this. I usually stream for a few every single day at the shop so if you like stuff like this or just random daily nonsense packed into tiny meaningless squares, follow my channel at instagram.com/meade916 - thanks for watching!

    • @bassfanatic0015
      @bassfanatic0015 4 роки тому +1

      But he was your number one fan.... since day one haha

    • @michaelrriscoll2631
      @michaelrriscoll2631 4 роки тому +2

      Crown vic fans work great on tahoes and they are super quiet..

    • @chumby93
      @chumby93 4 роки тому

      Right on. This made me laugh given my comment on a previous video

    • @randywatson4870
      @randywatson4870 4 роки тому

      💘 it 👏👏

    • @Real_BumpyJohnson
      @Real_BumpyJohnson 4 роки тому +1

      Steve! What E-fan is that out of?

  • @JesseCombsTwiZtedCheese
    @JesseCombsTwiZtedCheese 4 роки тому +24

    supporting specialized businesses is a win in my book. great vids as always.

  • @meade916
    @meade916  4 роки тому +14

    Damn! i am SO DUMB!!! i totally uploaded the RAW video and didn't even get the dude his props in the opening intro. I am re-uploading so if you see this video 2 times in my feed that is why! Damn!!! If you watched this twice then of course i can't thank you enough for that! :)

    • @XxDylanRockzxX
      @XxDylanRockzxX 4 роки тому

      meade916 i wondered lol

    • @anicetomaldonado
      @anicetomaldonado 4 роки тому

      Done.

    • @TheOne-yc1wt
      @TheOne-yc1wt 4 роки тому

      I dont mind watchin it twice lol, maybe that smart ass wont chime in again with his fish 😂😂

    • @cfmechanic
      @cfmechanic 4 роки тому

      Lol thumbs up twice too bro dont trip

  • @GeekyJay79
    @GeekyJay79 4 роки тому +6

    Boy was on point! No need to touch a thing with him around....

  • @d.j.9961
    @d.j.9961 4 роки тому +1

    Brandon is a beast & one heck of a mechanic! Props to him for a Great job!!! I have eliminated every variable except the pins on my ecu on a 03 focus which i have rebuilt from top to bottom! Respect is deserved & equally earned when one see's quality workmanship, experience, & judgement! My hats off to Brandon for that fan install, ecu pin out, & a damb good job!!!

  • @matthewf1979
    @matthewf1979 4 роки тому +1

    Steve, your comment about making the fan wrench on the laser is a really good idea. I’m sure your boy could use all kinds of specialized removal tools.
    Those kits aren’t cheap and they’re usually made from crap mild steel.

  • @rockymtnredneck4888
    @rockymtnredneck4888 4 роки тому +1

    I used the same fans to retrofit my 98 Suburban. I bought it all new from Dorman. Been running strong for 5 years now.

  • @HardingGarage
    @HardingGarage 4 роки тому +7

    Engine Masters did an engine dyno test a couple years ago and ditching the engine driven clutch fan freed up something like 25-30 hp.

    • @mrgoldback7002
      @mrgoldback7002 4 роки тому +1

      Good idea when running 4 extra alternators

    • @jaymiller393
      @jaymiller393 4 роки тому +4

      4 Alternators gonna rob more power that clutch fan.... 😆

    • @HardingGarage
      @HardingGarage 4 роки тому +1

      Mr Goldback That goes without saying. Another great reason to go ditch the power clutch fan and run electric.

  • @j1luv4a80
    @j1luv4a80 4 роки тому +4

    Damn I wish I was in Sacramento...I need to get mine done. He did that shit relatively easy and fast.

  • @brandonarce8582
    @brandonarce8582 4 роки тому +2

    that was sweet guy knew the factory stye way too get her purring,perfection is a art form too be querious about!great work and nice ride

  • @lacboiatl
    @lacboiatl 4 роки тому +1

    I did mine years ago with grand prix fans. Still working but I love how he put them to the pcm. I have a control box for mine

  • @MrJameslewis530
    @MrJameslewis530 4 роки тому +1

    Sounds so good listening through my iPad and Bluetooth skull candy headphones. The difference between just listening with my phone and this set up, is amazing. Anyway, I bet the Tahoe runs cooler now, too. Good decision going with a professional.👍🏼

  • @MrBitemeidareya
    @MrBitemeidareya 4 роки тому +2

    Nice work, been thinking of doing this for my dad, his fan clutch is sticking, I have the tools to do it the proper way but the aftermarket way would be a lot easier.

  • @dalepermenter7703
    @dalepermenter7703 4 роки тому +1

    Did the same thing to my 03 Silverado. It will add a little hp and torque, I live in hot ass Tx and it keeps engine temp perfect. Good decision to install them.

  • @MichaelSzafranski
    @MichaelSzafranski 3 роки тому +5

    This truck is an '01. Pin 33 (Red) is already in use on Blue/Red ECMs. What pin did he put the green wire to?

    • @YouTubesucks..
      @YouTubesucks.. 3 роки тому +1

      I’m wanting to do this as well, I was wondering what he was setting up in the computer with the scanner??

  • @rafiku2542
    @rafiku2542 4 роки тому +9

    Just imagine what would come out if thelifeofprice, meade and exo collaborated and made a hell of a ride.

    • @coltonholaway7902
      @coltonholaway7902 4 роки тому +3

      Considering jp doesnt do his builds and just writes a check it would be alot of work for meade and exo.

    • @toddbrizboe915
      @toddbrizboe915 4 роки тому

      Not to mention EXO (God love him!!) Would cobble it!!!

  • @dougsweldingfabrication953
    @dougsweldingfabrication953 4 роки тому +5

    I love watching someone who knows their $hit. Just like it was meant to be. Beautiful.

  • @SHADOWMOSESGARAGE919
    @SHADOWMOSESGARAGE919 4 роки тому +3

    Dude knows his shit for sure

  • @ronjlwhite8058
    @ronjlwhite8058 4 роки тому

    That cleaned it up a shit ton!!! Good call on goin electric man, the time has come.

  • @Jjb81801
    @Jjb81801 4 роки тому +1

    New build coming out sick brother. Looking awesome as always

  • @cfmechanic
    @cfmechanic 4 роки тому +4

    Where do I get a green belt like that. Is it stronger like the green hoses the cop car caprice had in 90s

  • @BLacknesmonstaz
    @BLacknesmonstaz 4 роки тому +2

    That guy is amazing!
    God Bless America

  • @leonelyvazquez559
    @leonelyvazquez559 4 роки тому

    Always a pleasure seeing that beast of a taho, greetings from Mexico!

  • @naeemahmed8871
    @naeemahmed8871 4 роки тому +4

    SWEET LOVE YOUR WORK BRANDON

  • @angrybird72903
    @angrybird72903 4 роки тому +1

    I wonder what the smd vm1 is reading when the truck is running

  • @Wichileen6011
    @Wichileen6011 4 роки тому +1

    That was dope how he did that. I can’t wait to see the finish product I’m sure that shit gonna be hardddddd! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @mikeflores6424
    @mikeflores6424 4 роки тому

    nice!!!! I see some spools of wire 👀 .... can't wait for a update

  • @567dhj
    @567dhj 4 роки тому +7

    More space, less drag, more cooling: Things that happen to people after losing their trifling ex girlfriends. 😂🤣

  • @916horse
    @916horse 4 роки тому +4

    Hang old fan on wall or sign it and give away u have so many fans get it that would like it and has watched the build of the Tahoe

  • @slowmotionperformance2744
    @slowmotionperformance2744 4 роки тому

    The grind don’t stop

  • @donellis5005
    @donellis5005 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice , also Steve show us some of Brandon's cars

  • @tysoncurrie7745
    @tysoncurrie7745 4 роки тому +1

    Can brandon let us know what numbers to enter the pins at on the computer plug harness?? That would be awesome if he can, I am looking into e-fans on my 2004 suburban and want to do it the same way he did it.

  • @joeethereal2968
    @joeethereal2968 4 роки тому +2

    We've been running our E-fan conversions with a Flex-A-Lite 31165 controller, that way we can dial in the temp settings(as cool as 165°). No knock but it's easier than that. But hey, to each his or her own. We can

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +1

      we dialed in the temp settings the RIGHT way. Thru the computer. Im sure the aftermarket stuff works fine for you but this is still the best way to go.

  • @HiMyNameIsBacon
    @HiMyNameIsBacon 4 роки тому +3

    Hook that man up with a system!!!

  • @flaco050iiix7
    @flaco050iiix7 4 роки тому +1

    Am just starting my day 4:24 i lear something new today about the fans

  • @daviddaniels6645
    @daviddaniels6645 4 роки тому

    Definatly the man for the job

  • @juannunez7555
    @juannunez7555 3 роки тому +2

    Where did he get the pins from?

  •  4 роки тому

    Hear the strong wind blowing. 👍👍👍👍

  • @teepressifer
    @teepressifer 4 роки тому

    That guy was awesome. Good job bro

  • @eugenejohnson8635
    @eugenejohnson8635 4 роки тому +1

    This guy knows his stuff 🥃🍺👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸✝️✝️✝️

  • @dylancarnley100
    @dylancarnley100 4 роки тому +2

    what them BC coilovers going on?

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +2

      they are going on a 2009 Honda Fit. Ill be putting them on for my Tax guy haha

  • @ManuelSanchez-tu7nc
    @ManuelSanchez-tu7nc 4 роки тому

    good job smd impress me your works always clean and with aesthetics greetings from mexico

  • @dooner777
    @dooner777 4 роки тому +2

    I know I know, but what’s gonna happen to the performance with that big of a belt.

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +1

      nothing. It isn't a race car. It's an SUV.

    • @dooner777
      @dooner777 4 роки тому +1

      meade916 for some reason I thought it was supercharged.

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому

      @@dooner777 not sure how you thought that considering there isn't a supercharger anywhere in this video SMH LMAO...bro...

    • @dooner777
      @dooner777 4 роки тому

      meade916 because I follow your channel and for a moment I got it confused with the Escalade.

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому

      @@dooner777 the Escalade doesn't have a supercharger either....

  • @warnockenterprise
    @warnockenterprise 4 роки тому +1

    I have a 2001 Tahoe that I put Flex-A-Lite dual fan kit

  • @kevonpaul2644
    @kevonpaul2644 4 роки тому +1

    Time to regain that power

  • @jmg_2_slow74
    @jmg_2_slow74 4 роки тому

    Hey steve would ever cam your Tahoe & get performance parts for it .

  • @Forgivefull
    @Forgivefull 2 роки тому +1

    If I set up an appointment can yall do the same for me?

  • @moejr14
    @moejr14 4 роки тому

    Is the power source connected in the factory position? Notice any performance or MPG difference with the swap?

  • @Mrcoldfront
    @Mrcoldfront 4 роки тому

    Super dope. I'm definitely doing this

  • @NickRon06
    @NickRon06 4 роки тому

    Do the fans bolt right up to the radiator or u have to make brackets with the swap

    • @eander2
      @eander2 4 роки тому

      They bolt right up. Some of the SUV’s will need the bigger radiator swapped in though

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +2

      they bolt up but you need longer bolts than stock.

    • @NickRon06
      @NickRon06 4 роки тому

      @@meade916 thanks for the reply

  • @NidoKhalid
    @NidoKhalid 2 роки тому

    My mans got 4 Turbos!

  • @ivanrlynn
    @ivanrlynn 4 роки тому

    Those alts looking sick as

  • @apsenramirez9528
    @apsenramirez9528 4 роки тому +1

    Not 100% sure, but i thought i saw a little belt wiggle or pully bounce a little bit, could be wrong but thaught id point it out

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +5

      I cut a rib off the 7 rib belt to make it a 6 rib. Probably .002 +/- ratio on my cut. I'm only human what can i say LOL! Belt is fine and not even noticeable in person... but if stared at on a YT video in 1080 @ 60fps, you can see it some. No big deal.

  • @rudejude9725
    @rudejude9725 4 роки тому +1

    Ughh I fucking love tools I need that crimper but I don’t need that crimper if that makes sense lol

    • @IBFISHING813
      @IBFISHING813 4 роки тому

      Makes sense cause im in the same boat🤦🏾‍♂️

  • @southsidemikevlogs
    @southsidemikevlogs 4 роки тому

    looking good bro hard work pays
    off

  • @futuremotoringdetailcaraud7193
    @futuremotoringdetailcaraud7193 4 роки тому

    i need that done to my escalade

  • @klc317
    @klc317 4 роки тому

    Nice and clean install

  • @VeRmOnStEr_-6x6
    @VeRmOnStEr_-6x6 4 роки тому

    Whats the song name from the intro?

  • @thisismyalt9010
    @thisismyalt9010 4 роки тому

    What’s the benefit of the electric fans? They eat up to 30 amps.

    • @jim575757
      @jim575757 4 роки тому +1

      Dont run when not needed. So lets say driving at 45mph without A/C on. Also on low speed they dont do 30 amps, more like 10 amps.

    • @ivanrlynn
      @ivanrlynn 4 роки тому +1

      Plus they don't rely on engine speed

    • @seanwatts392
      @seanwatts392 4 роки тому

      @@ivanrlynn right

  • @rosstv9463
    @rosstv9463 4 роки тому

    Been waiting on a upload.

  • @derekrichardson8221
    @derekrichardson8221 4 роки тому

    Big time doin work ☝❤🚘🔊

  • @mcfly_9034
    @mcfly_9034 4 роки тому +1

    Nice an clean 👍🏻

  • @devin9880
    @devin9880 4 роки тому

    Good stuff SMD!!

  • @thatruth6488
    @thatruth6488 4 роки тому

    What's up the speakers and the amp winner!

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +4

      what do you mean whats up? gotta pay attention

  • @enochperalta3662
    @enochperalta3662 4 роки тому +1

    That computer threw me off

  • @alvinscott1216
    @alvinscott1216 4 роки тому +2

    Put a nut where that fan came from to keep the wheel on 👌

    • @Hotrodsun
      @Hotrodsun 4 роки тому +5

      Not needed. All the water pumps are the same clutch or efan. Hub is pressed on.

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +2

      lmao!!

    • @IBFISHING813
      @IBFISHING813 4 роки тому

      🤦🏾‍♂️

  • @ivanwillie24
    @ivanwillie24 4 роки тому

    That’s really nice 👍

  • @sammany2094
    @sammany2094 4 роки тому

    WHATS THE INTRO SONG CALLED????

  • @tonyyang7487
    @tonyyang7487 4 роки тому

    Lol.. Is all good.. I can watch again..

  • @12smagana
    @12smagana 4 роки тому +3

    Whats his contact info

    • @matthewz6022
      @matthewz6022 4 роки тому

      It's in the intro of the video 👀

  • @Random_4400
    @Random_4400 4 роки тому

    Huh re-upload?

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +2

      ya..i totally F'd up the last upload. It has no watermark and a few other missing elements. Sucks too because that video is getting a ton of views. Damn! this happens once every 100 vidoe's probably (i mess something up and don't see it till an hour after it's live LOL).

  • @XxDylanRockzxX
    @XxDylanRockzxX 4 роки тому

    reupload?

  • @Forgivefull
    @Forgivefull 2 роки тому

    Thats a lot of amps. I mean dang. Lol

  • @blu421082
    @blu421082 4 роки тому +1

    sweet

  • @juangiron40
    @juangiron40 2 роки тому +1

    DOING THIS CONVERSION WILL HELP THE A/C BLOWING MORE COLD BECAUSE MY A/C WORKS LIKE 💩 AND I JUST REPLACE ALL THE A/C SYSTEM AND STILL NOT BLOWING ENOUGH COLD 😡😡 HELP PLACE

    • @IDABAYAREA650I
      @IDABAYAREA650I 2 роки тому

      *Go get a A/C Diagnostic 🤦🏽‍♂️*

  • @Mario-ye9pt
    @Mario-ye9pt 4 роки тому

    Esse vídeo é quase igual ao outro.

  • @cesarhernandez3275
    @cesarhernandez3275 4 роки тому

    I have the same same year Tahoe what E-fans are does fans out of ? I wanna do the same to mine plz help

  • @kamryn7496
    @kamryn7496 4 роки тому +1

    Bet u free up 5 hp dumping that fan

  • @issacsminicustoms685
    @issacsminicustoms685 4 роки тому

    Bye bye fan 😂 rip

  • @kevonpaul2644
    @kevonpaul2644 4 роки тому

    Sweeetttttt

  • @DOMTHESAUSAGE
    @DOMTHESAUSAGE 4 роки тому +1

    camshaft time

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому

      ehhhhhhh no.

    • @DOMTHESAUSAGE
      @DOMTHESAUSAGE 4 роки тому

      @@meade916 ❤

    • @meade916
      @meade916  4 роки тому +2

      @@DOMTHESAUSAGE that was some random ass shit though and for that, i thank you. lol

  • @zachtinkering3836
    @zachtinkering3836 4 роки тому

    Second

  • @andresrangel7567
    @andresrangel7567 4 роки тому

    First

  • @agnespedebone-vito6696
    @agnespedebone-vito6696 4 роки тому

    Iss algoods bruh_685

  • @Forgivefull
    @Forgivefull 2 роки тому

    I sent you an email