
Fan is closed, the original fan had a 3/4 to 1 inch metal shield that protrudes making removal difficult. The additional clearance makes installation easier. The only issue I had was the zip tie holding the fan wires broke and I had to replace them on a quick trip to Napa and a pack of 8 was about $3. There are many videos on youtube on how to do this, just find the ones that remove the heat shield, don't unbolt the engine mount and jack up the engine. I left it and after about 1.5 hours.

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