1963 1964 Cooling fan blade information/identification

[David R.]

Somewhere in its past, a previous owner chrome plated many of the under-hood parts on my car. I've found plenty of incorrect parts from other year cars as well.

I am looking for information to identify the correct cooling fan for my 1964 non-AC car. The judging manual describes 3770529 as the correct fan for 63-64. Was that part number stamped or inked anywhere on the original part? What ink marks/stamps would be correct for this part?

I have what looks to be a GM part that has been chrome plated it has no part numbers anywhere on the part. I am looking for someone who can tell if if this is a correct part. If it turns out to be the correct 3770529 fan, I'll have it de-plated and paint it gloss black.

Thanks in Advance,
Dave

[Don H.]

Re: 1963 1964 Cooling fan blade information/identification

Dave
the 63,64, 65 small block no-AC fan looks like yours. It should measure from tip to tip 17 1/8". And should measure 1 3/4" from the table up to middle of blade edge. Your blades should measure 4" x 5 2/3" . The rivets could be mushrooms like yours or flat buttons. There were no part nos. imprinted and no ink stamps. The H is stamped in front, not visible behind the fan clutch when installed, as yours has. I say strip it, paint it black, and install.

[David R.]

Re: 1963 1964 Cooling fan blade information/identification

Thanks Don,

I need to make a trip to the plater to get other parts de-chromed. I'll add this fan to the batch. I appreciate your prompt reply and your expertise.

Dave