Air intake tube problem

[Rolled Ranger]

This truck came with a 3" body lift on it when I got it. It caused the intake tube to interfere with the fan shroud. I installed an electric fan last night and now it is even worse because of the bracket that holds the fan. Has anyone encountered this problem? Is there a way to modify the intake tube to solve this or should I just leave it. You really have to fight the sucker to get it on there.

There is also a 1/2" gap between the fan and the radiator. The fan has a nice gasket that I am guessing is supposed to seal against the radiator. Should I shim it a little closer with some washers?

 

[Kcameron13]

The body lift should have came with drop brackets to lower the radiator 3". I just finished mine without any issues. Performance accessories should have the drop brackets, or you can just make your own it's just a piece of 3/16 steel with a hole at both ends to lower the connection point. That will solve your problem.

 

[Rolled Ranger]

Thats good thinking. I will try lowering the radiator. That was one of the reasons I did the electric fan. The mechanical fan didn't line up with the shroud or radiator anymore.

 

[Kcameron13]

That should all line up perfectly when you drop the radiator down. Super easy fix and all your problems will be solved.