Hayden 3261 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch

Hayden 3261 Severe Duty Electronic Fan Clutch

Hayden 3261 is an electronic, reverse-rotation engine cooling fan clutch built for severe-duty truck applications. It uses the original equipment connector and is engineered to meet or exceed OEM requirements for dependable cooling control in demanding service.

Compatible with Ford Super Duty and E-Series applications that use a reverse rotation electronic fan clutch, this Hayden Fan Clutch line part is built with an aluminum housing and OE-style mounting dimensions for direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Electronic, electro-viscous fan clutch design
• Severe-duty and truck fan drive style
• Reverse rotation (REV) configuration
• Aluminum construction with raw aluminum finish
• Uses original equipment connector and female terminal type
• 6-bolt / 6-mount-hole design with 5/16-18 hole thread
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• Performance rated for demanding cooling system use

Product Details

The Hayden 3261 fan clutch is part of Hayden’s Fan Clutch line, a product line focused on replacement cooling components for vehicles that rely on precise fan engagement. This electronic fan clutch measures 7.35 inches in maximum diameter, with a 1.86-inch mount diameter, 1.57-inch pilot diameter, and 1.88-inch distance from clutch to mounting flange. Overall height is 5.36 inches, and the unit is designed with a hex mounting type for OE-style fitment.

This part cross-references Gates 22332 and Dorman - HELP 46030 for the same application. It is a direct-fit cooling replacement for Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford E-350 Club Wagon, and Ford Excursion applications listed below. If you are searching for a Ford Super Duty fan clutch, reverse rotation electronic fan clutch, or Hayden 3261 replacement, this part matches the specified OE-style configuration.

What It Helps Address

• Engine overheating caused by a worn or weak fan clutch
• Delayed fan engagement in heavy-duty cooling conditions
• Cooling performance loss in reverse-rotation fan systems
• Noise or inconsistent operation from an aging electronic clutch
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE electronic fan clutch

Installation Notes

• Verify reverse rotation and electronic connector style before installation.
• Confirm the 6-bolt mounting pattern and OE connector match the original unit.
• Mounting hardware is not included.
• Inspect the fan, connector, and surrounding cooling components during replacement.
• Use the vehicle-specific fitment notes for Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford E-350 Club Wagon, and Ford Excursion applications.

Quality Assurance

Hayden lists this fan clutch as new, performance rated, and built to meet or exceed OEM specifications. The aluminum construction and OE-style electronic design support consistent replacement quality for Ford Super Duty cooling system service.