1997 BMW 328 Fan blades break

1997 BMW 328
106,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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SPRICHERT
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Twice within about a month, the fan blades have all broken off. Both times it occurred when making a rather quick start after stopping. We have been unable to identify any type of obstruction or foreign object causing the problem. What's the cause?
Jun 3, 2008 at 11:55 PM
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BLACKOP555
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get a good oem part, some subpar parts can handle the speed.

is it an electric fan or belt driven?
Jun 4, 2008 at 8:39 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Check the motor mounts and be sure they are not broken.
Jun 4, 2008 at 9:26 AM
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BLACKOP555
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thats what i was about to suggest, but i figured it may be electric and tat wouldnt make a lick of sense :P

ive broke a shroud before with the metal ford blades from stamping and the rear squats and engine comes up.
Jun 4, 2008 at 8:05 PM
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Thanks! New motor mounts seem to have corrected the problem.
Jun 14, 2008 at 1:10 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Another successful repair!! Good on ya mate.
Jun 14, 2008 at 5:38 PM
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glad to provide you with assistance.

try to pass the word!
Jun 14, 2008 at 10:17 PM