Lower fan shroud

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Recently replaced my water pump. When I pulled the upper fan shroud out the lower one was was just sitting there all floppy. I know the lower is attached to the upper via the 4 tabs and the upper has the 2 bolts holding that in, but it sems to me there has to be holding the shrouds in and steady. I would think one good bump and and the shrouds are fan fodder. Am I missing something?

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The radiators have a hook on each end; the clutch fan lower shroud (like the electric fan shroud shown below) has ears that stick out to slip into the hooks to hold it tight to the radiator.

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On the clutch fan shroud the ears are a couple of inches below the bolts that hold the two halves together.

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couldn't have asked for a better descriptive example. wouldn't be the first time ive seen those bolts missing as its a typical spot for a bolt on numerous vehicles and years. dont know why but bolts there tend to rust hella quick and will snap when removing them.
 

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The radiators have a hook on each end; the clutch fan lower shroud (like the electric fan shroud shown below) has ears that stick out to slip into the hooks to hold it tight to the radiator.

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On the clutch fan shroud the ears are a couple of inches below the bolts that hold the two halves together.

@Sam Harris did you recognize your electric fans? ;)
 
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THANKS fless!!!! Just what I needed. I don't think it was on right when I took it off as it was never that stable before. Gotta love those KISS things..... Keep It Simple Steve
 
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