Hayden 2961 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch

Hayden 2961 Severe Duty Fan Clutch

The Hayden 2961 is a thermal engine cooling fan clutch built for severe-duty and truck fan drive applications. It uses an aluminum construction, reverse rotation operation, and a non-electronic design to support direct replacement needs on select Dodge Dakota, Ram Dakota, and Mitsubishi Raider models.

Key Features

• Brand: Hayden Fan Clutch
• Part number: 2961
• Thermal, non-electronic fan clutch design
• Severe duty and truck fan drive style
• Reverse rotation (REV) configuration
• Aluminum housing with raw aluminum finish
• 4-bolt / 4-mount-hole layout
• Mounting type: HEX
• Fan bolt circle: 3.25 in. (82.6 mm)
• Mount diameter: 1.44 in. (36 mm)
• Pilot diameter: 1.18 in. (30 mm)
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
• Performance rated

Detailed Description

The Hayden 2961 fan clutch is a severe-duty thermal replacement engineered for reverse-rotation cooling fan systems. Its aluminum construction, 6.45-inch maximum diameter, and 3.27-inch overall height support a compact OE-style fit for applications that use a 1.25-inch distance from clutch to mounting flange and a 0.7-inch pilot depth. This part number 2961 is listed for 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider applications with reverse rotation fan clutch requirements.

This Hayden Fan Clutch line focuses on dependable cooling fan engagement for trucks and light-duty utility vehicles that need a thermal clutch rather than an electronic unit. This part cross-references Gates 22170 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Cooling fan not engaging correctly at operating temperature
• Excessive engine temperature during stop-and-go driving
• Fan clutch noise or inconsistent fan drive response
• Reduced cooling performance in severe-duty use
• Replacement need for a reverse-rotation thermal fan clutch

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify reverse rotation, bolt pattern, pilot diameter, and mounting dimensions before installation. Mounting hardware is not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware separately if required by the vehicle. Confirm the vehicle uses a non-electronic thermal fan clutch and matches the listed fan bolt circle and mount specifications before service.

• Fits 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, N/A; reverse rotation severe duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch.
• Fits 2005-2010 Dodge Dakota, N/A; reverse rotation severe duty thermal fan clutch; w/o heavy duty cooling.
• Fits 2011 Ram Dakota, N/A; reverse rotation severe duty thermal fan clutch; w/o heavy duty cooling.
• Fits 2011 Ram Dakota, N/A; reverse rotation severe duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch.
• Fits 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider, N/A; reverse rotation severe duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch.

Quality Assurance

The Hayden 2961 is a new, performance-rated fan clutch that meets or exceeds OEM requirements for the listed applications.