2002 xlt 3.0 radiator fan warped?

[Blakesgst]

Hey guys, did some maintenance today. I noticed the radiator fan on my 02 was a bit wobbly, perhaps warped? I changed the fan clutch, idler pulley and, belt tensioner pulley today and the fan is still a wobbling. I checked the water pump play, seems tight and fine. I do live in the desert and the truck does sit outside most of the time, is it possible it has warped? Maybe my water pump shaft bent somehow?

Blake

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

Check for cracking at the hub if it is a plastic fan, they are great for doing that with age.

Did you check the pump with the belt off? Otherwise you will be fighting the tensioner... and it will win.