SPAL Electric Fans - Curved & Straight Blade Fans for Race Cars

What This SPAL Collection Covers

SPAL is a premium electric fan brand for universal and vehicle specific cooling projects. This collection includes compact fans, high output brushless options, puller and pusher configurations, wiring accessories, control sensors, thermal switches, and mounting support for street, track, drift, and off road vehicles.

Fan Types and Airflow Direction

A puller fan normally mounts behind a radiator and draws air through the core. A pusher fan mounts in front of the radiator. Choose direction, fan diameter, depth, airflow capability, motor type, and mounting space as one cooling system decision.

Brushless and Conventional Fan Systems

Brushless SPAL fans can deliver high output with advanced control support, while conventional electric fans remain a proven choice for many street and swap projects. Controllers, jumper harnesses, and temperature sensors must match the fan and electrical strategy.

Electrical Planning

Review current draw, relay capacity, fuse size, wire gauge, alternator output, and controller instructions before installing a high output fan. Use safe routing and protected connections away from heat and moving parts.

Radiator Shrouds and Cooling Efficiency

A correctly sized fan is most effective when the radiator, shroud, and seal strategy guide air through the core rather than around it. Cooling performance also depends on coolant flow, radiator condition, thermostat operation, ducting, and heat load.

Measuring for a Fan

Measure radiator core width, height, available depth, water pump clearance, hose routing, and mounting surfaces. Compare these dimensions to the fan drawing before ordering.

Cooling for Swaps and Track Cars

LS swaps, turbo imports, WRX, EVO, Miata, muscle cars, and dedicated race cars can have limited space and high thermal demand. A planned SPAL system helps package airflow around intercoolers, oil coolers, condensers, and a radiator.

Temperature Control

Choose a thermal switch or variable controller set point that complements the thermostat and intended vehicle use. Confirm sensor thread, temperature range, and wiring compatibility before installation.

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How to Choose the Correct SPAL Electric Fan

• Measure radiator core dimensions and available mounting depth
• Choose puller or pusher direction for the available space
• Match fan diameter and shroud coverage to the radiator core
• Review fan current draw before selecting fuse and relay capacity
• Confirm the alternator can support the planned electrical load
• Choose a thermal switch or controller with compatible temperature range
• Check harness and connector compatibility for brushless fan systems
• Plan safe wire routing away from exhaust and moving components
• Inspect water pump, thermostat, radiator, and coolant condition
• Verify fan rotation and airflow direction before final assembly

Common Questions

What is the difference between a pusher and puller fan?

A pusher fan mounts ahead of the radiator and pushes air through it. A puller fan mounts behind the radiator and draws air through the core.

How do I choose SPAL fan size?

Measure the radiator core and available depth, then select a fan or shroud arrangement that covers as much useful core area as possible without interference.

Do I need a fan shroud?

A shroud can improve airflow through the radiator by reducing air bypass around the fan. Shroud design and sealing should match the radiator and fan package.

Can I run two electric fans?

Yes, dual fans are common when the radiator core and electrical system support them. Use a properly rated control, relay, fuse, and wiring strategy.

What wiring does a high output SPAL fan need?

Use the wire gauge, fuse, relay, and controller specified by SPAL or the fan manufacturer. High output fans should not be wired through undersized circuits.

Are brushless SPAL fans worth using?

Brushless fans offer advanced control and high output options. Choose one when its size, airflow, electrical requirements, and controller support fit the build.

Can SPAL fans be used on an LS swap?

SPAL fans are widely used on LS swap cooling systems. Confirm radiator size, fan depth, water pump clearance, alternator capacity, and control strategy.

What temperature should an electric fan turn on?

The correct setting depends on the thermostat, engine, climate, and vehicle use. Select a controller or switch that supports the cooling system design.

Why does my car run hot at idle?

Idle heat can come from limited airflow, a poor shroud seal, weak fan control, insufficient radiator capacity, coolant flow issues, or trapped air. Inspect the full system.

How do I confirm SPAL fan fitment?

Compare fan dimensions, mounting style, airflow direction, depth, electrical requirements, and product drawings with the vehicle or custom radiator setup.

Why Buy SPAL from Black Ops Auto Works

Black Ops Auto Works stocks 90 SPAL SKUs across LS swaps, WRX, EVO, Miata, muscle cars, imports, and race car cooling builds with real fitment data, competitive pricing, and support from staff who build these vehicles themselves. Products are filterable by year, make, model, trim, engine, and drivetrain to confirm the correct application before ordering.

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