Fan Shroud Assembly

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DEEMEJ

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I have a 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo super Sport with 55,000 miles. I was just informed by the dealer that it needs a new fan Shroud Assembly. Shouldn't this part of the car last a little bit longer? What is normal for wear and tear on the fan. My car is running hotter than normal. Also, if I get it replaced what is the difference between genuine gm auto parts and aftermarket parts?

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Aug 22, 2006 at 11:44 PM

MIKEYBDMAN

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[quote:6f9a179a0f="deemej"]I have a 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo super Sport with 55,000 miles. I was just informed by the dealer that it needs a new fan Shroud Assembly. Shouldn't this part of the car last a little bit longer? What is normal for wear and tear on the fan. My car is running hotter than normal. Also, if I get it replaced what is the difference between genuine gm auto parts and aftermarket parts?

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I would try www.gmpartsdirect.com and see if they can supply the part at a discount. Make the GM dealer give you the part number for the shroud, and type that in the web site search to see if they carry that part. Should be 30% cheaper even with paying for shipping. This whole system seems to be an over engineered POS. I know the car is relativley new, and you should not have problems with this so soon. I would find out the cause of the problem. Dont just accept that it is bad. Ask why is it bad, and how did it get that way.

Aug 23, 2006 at 6:52 PM

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