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[iDemonix]

Are they just for the newer models or can they be fitted to older cars?

The last problem I had with my mini was overheating, fixed that now (leaky bypass hose) but would like a fan I can activate with a switch for peace of mind.

Current engine is a 1988 998cc auto, it will soon be replaced by a 1275cc manual (1988 or thereabouts). IIRC there are slits in the inner wing next to the radiator, so am I right in thinking the fan would just blow hot air through the inner wing to where the tyre sits (would hot the fresh air vent up!)?

I've got a spare switch space to the right of the steering wheel, pointless mod or would it make a difference?

[yeti21586]

from memory (which isnt that great) it mounts ontot he innerwing and sucks hot air out of the engine bay, the more modern minis have a circular hole in the wing for it to mount in. i dont no how the after market ones attach

[jackmason]

I have a Kenlowe 12" (i think) which mounts directly to the radiator. I had to cut the inner wing out so that i could fit the fan. The kenlowe kit comes with a control unit which allows the fan to start up when a certain temp is reached but also has a manual override. Some people just go to the scrappy and get a fan off a car and mount it to the innerwing on a switch.

[iDemonix]

I did think about just finding any old aux fan that has an enclosure and somehow mounting it to the inner wing - but I don't want a bodge job and would rather have a rad mounted jobby.

[Cooperman]

I have a Kenlowe on my 1964 Cooper 'S' and it fits under the LH wing next to the damper. Works fine when the engine starts to get a bit hot in Summer.