Does the fan clutch rotate the same direction as the water pump?

Tiny
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  • 1989 CHEVROLET 1500
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Fan clutch rotation.
Saturday, October 28th, 2023 AT 9:19 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Yes, it is connected to the water pump pulley. I attached a pic below of the fan. It's an exploded view showing the different components.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe
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Saturday, October 28th, 2023 AT 10:40 PM

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