Squirrel Cage Question.....

[TedW]

Hi All:

Is there a plastic replacement / substitute squirrel cage that will fit the Smiths Blower found in late IIA and III trucks?

My original metal one rusted over the years, so I sanded it (PITA) and applied galvy spray for protection. Having done that, it occurs to me that a plastic cage would not only eliminate the rust issue, but would also be much lighter and easier for the motor to spin.

Thanks in advance for any / all replies,

Ted

[SafeAirOne]

The one in my '73 SIII is plastic. You might check to see what replacement fans are made of--they might all be plastic nowadays.

[Les Parker]

RN offers a replacement kit for the Smith's heater, # 35610. Currently in stock @ $59.95.

http://www.roversnorth.com/Products.aspx?&SearchVal=&Item=&Cat=__ALLCATS__&Manu=__ALLCATS__&Br=__ALLCATS__&Model=35610&Others=&Price1=&Price2=&SortBy=PRICE_A&key=advsearch

[TedW]

Thanks, Les! I was going to give you a call, as I didn't see it on the site. Is this galvanized? Lots of salt up here.....

Ted

[Les Parker]

Ted, yes it is galvy steel. So should not break up in the cold like the plastic ones do. Yes, I've been there with that !