Heater blower rebuild, Preferred method or parts? Options

[Van B]

I got no movement when I put 12v to the wires and trying to spin the fan by hand is a challenge so, I think it’s dead.

Now what to do? I see pelican parts has a Bosch motor only, a Porsche fan+motor assembly, and a URO fan+assembly.

What have you folks done for your heater blower rebuild and how has it worked out? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

I’ll say up front, I’m biased toward the Bosch motor for two reasons: 1.) It’s a Bosch 2.) I’m not excited about a plastic fan in the engine bay.

Thanks,
Van

[BeatNavy]

When I first got my 914 I wanted a strong working blower motor. I figured it's one of those things I just need to make work. So I picked up a couple on the side at Hershey and other places. But then I found even the most serviceable one I had didn't really put out much air. I found that down-shifting and regular driving resulted in a lot more heat on the windows and the cabin. So I ditched the blower which makes things slightly roomier in the engine bay.

YMMV (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Van B]

When I first got my 914 I wanted a strong working blower motor. I figured it's one of those things I just need to make work. So I picked up a couple on the side at Hershey and other places. But then I found even the most serviceable one I had didn't really put out much air. I found that down-shifting and regular driving resulted in a lot more heat on the windows and the cabin. So I ditched the blower which makes things slightly roomier in the engine bay.

YMMV (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

So, you're just open vent tube in the engine bay?

Not sure that solution will get much traction with the wife... Taking her out in the cars often is a key component to my funding strategy for these toys. As long as she's being entertained, I don't get questions about my expenditures lol!