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Old 04-04-2016, 12:18 AM
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Like the title states
I just picked up a 98 ws6 vert, 83k on it
Having a fan issue
They run with the ac on
..and nothing with the ac off
Fuses look fine
Haven't got to start testing relays yet...maybe tomorrow
Any thoughts or common problems like this???
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Triple white!! So cool and unusual.
Sorry I can't help with your fan issue but where are you located? I'm in Franklin about an hour southwest of Asheville.
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i am having the same problem with mine. my low speed fan only works with AC on. it NEVER comes on any other time, yet i never overheat, and the temp gauge is always right where it needs to be.

any engine codes? i have the P0480
http://www.obd-codes.com/p0480

fan works when i by pass relays with paper clip. relays have been tested and work fine. even replaced the relays. still have the issue. this has been going on for a year now. next step is to take it to the shop
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here is a link to a thread i started a while back - you can use for reference if you are having the same problem.
http://www.firebirdnation.com/forums...0480/?hl=p0480
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Originally Posted by KUDAJONES
I'm in Asheville brother!
I'm in Ashe County , about 2 hours north
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Thanks...
I love the color scheme
Don't see any like it
I'm finding out several things about the car
Has an slp exhaust
Has a gear,not sure of the size yet
She runs sweet!
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Originally Posted by KUDAJONES
Having a fan issue
They run with the ac on
..and nothing with the ac off
The computer is smarter than we are. The fans are electronic and will turn on as needed - except when the A/C or front defogger is on - then they turn on all the time. (I assume this is to help move air through the A/C condenser all the time.)
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You have a Very Very rare color combo there, Had that combo in 2001 Loved that car. I just moved to Spartenburg SC area. My tuner set my fans for 160 and they never come on either. Great Pick-up, Hope you stole it also.
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I think I got a good deal
Has 83k on it
No issues other than the fan
It will overheat if you don't turn on the account for the fans to run
When I get some time from work,I'll get it figured out I Hope!

Although I must admit,I hate the white leather seats!
They are dinghy looking,will be investing in another set of grey seats soon
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I'm looking to buy some bolt on for it
Just not sure what
Been put of the game a long time..lol
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Triple white, mother of god that's sexy. I was hoping for one of these with a T-Top. I would still love white leather seats for the interior, but think it would contrast too much for my case.

Too bad you aren't closer or I'd want to take the seats from you when you swap out!
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I'd trade in a minute..lol
The back looks great,pass looks good
Just the drivers shows wear
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Cool a X3 white, that is rare!!
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From what I can gather
Only 31 were made with the white top
Let alone,white interior and body
I have the rpo if anyone wants to run it
I like to find out exactly how many triple white were made?
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very good looking color combo
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If anyone wants to tackle it
Thanks in advance!
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Originally Posted by KUDAJONES
I'm in Asheville brother!
You'll certainly be easy to spot. Nothing beats a 'topless' journey on the Blue Ridge Pkwy, except maybe the Tail of the Dragon or Cherohala Skyway. Have fun!
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We need to get together and take a drive!
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Originally Posted by KUDAJONES
We need to get together and take a drive!
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I'll PM you my info. I've done them all at least a dozen times. It never gets old.


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