Recommendation of Electric Fan for 1988 Ford Ranger With 2.9L Engine  

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When choosing an electric fan for your vehicle you will want to make sure to get a fan that will give you the correct Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) for the size of your engine. The CFM is how much air is being moved through your radiator in one minute.

The typical CFM requirement for a 6 cylinder engine is 1,600 to 2,000. If your 1995 Ford Ranger is used for towing you will want additional airflow. It is always recommended to go with the highest rated fan. I am including a link to a FAQ page on electric fans.

Also, the electric fans come in different diameters. You will want to check the space you have in front of your radiator or space you have behind the radiator for the correct diameter of fan. If you choose the front of the radiator you will need to use a pusher fan and if you choose behind the radiator you will need a puller fan.

One example I would recommend is the Derale 14 Inch High-Output, Electric, Single Radiator Fan, part # D18214 with 2,100 CFM which is sufficient for your truck. This fan can actually be used as a pusher or puller fan.

I would also recommend the Derale Premium, Single-Stage Thermostat Fan Control with Dual Probes, part # D16735. This is a thermostatic fan control that by using probes in the cooling system will automatically control the starting and stopping of the electric fan.

You will want to narrow your choices down by the diameter you will need and the CFM you will want.

expert reply by: Jeff D

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