Hayden 2742 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch

Hayden 2742 Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch

The Hayden 2742 is a heavy duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch built with an aluminum body and reverse rotation operation. It is a non-electronic, performance-rated replacement for applications that need controlled fan engagement under load, including Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 trucks with the specified cooling package.

Key Features

• Heavy duty thermal fan clutch for engine cooling control
• Reverse rotation (REV) design for the listed applications
• Aluminum construction with raw aluminum finish
• Non-electronic clutch type with thermal operation
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
• Performance rated for demanding cooling conditions
• Hex mounting type with 4-bolt, 4-hole pattern
• 7.2 in. maximum clutch diameter and 4.42 in. overall height

Product Details

Hayden Fan Clutch 2742 is a C-style heavy duty thermal fan clutch engineered for reverse rotation cooling systems. It uses a 3.25 in. fan bolt circle, 1.44 in. mount diameter, and 1.18 in. pilot diameter to match the specified OE-style fitment. This part cross-references Dorman HELP 46014 and Gates 22168 for the same application. For buyers searching for a Dodge Ram 2500 fan clutch, Dodge Ram 3500 cooling fan clutch, or a Dodge Ram 1500 reverse rotation fan clutch, Hayden 2742 is the direct replacement to review.

What It Helps Address

• Engine overheating caused by a worn or weak fan clutch
• Delayed fan engagement in thermal cooling systems
• Cooling performance loss under towing or snow plow use
• Noise or inconsistency from a failing mechanical fan clutch
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE reverse rotation clutch

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible With 2005-2008 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, Reverse Rotation; Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch; w/ Snow Plow Package; Fan Clutch. Compatible With 2005-2008 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, Reverse Rotation; Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch; w/ Snow Plow Package; Fan Clutch. Compatible With 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A, Reverse Rotation; Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch; Fan Clutch. Compatible With 2002-2004 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A, Reverse Rotation; Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch; w/ Heavy Duty Cooling; w/ AC; Fan Clutch. Compatible With 2002-2004 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, Reverse Rotation; Heavy Duty Thermal Fan Clutch; w/ Heavy Duty Cooling; w/ AC; Fan Clutch.

Verify reverse rotation, mounting style, pilot dimensions, and fan bolt circle before installation. Mounting hardware is not included. This Hayden 2742 fan clutch is intended for the listed OE-style cooling configurations on Dodge Ram trucks.

Quality Assurance

Hayden 2742 is a new, performance-rated fan clutch that meets or exceeds OEM requirements. Its heavy duty thermal design and aluminum construction support consistent cooling-system service for the listed Dodge Ram applications.