One of the few things that I can't get used to on my 8 is the noise from the fan. On anything higher than 2 it is obtrusive (unless of course I am really rocking...) I know this topic has come up in various other ways (did the search) but I haven't seen anyone write about a potential solution. Maybe this is much lower priority than HP or MPG :) but it is definitely not in line with the overall 'quality' of the car. :(

The question is what can we do to improve Fan noise within the bounds of a normal driveway mechanic?

Craig

Agreed, it sound like a cheapo fan for sure above #1, and with no sound deadening in (around) the ducts. Now one would hope it wouldn't sound SO BAD until like maybe #3, but no.

I work with computers and the similar problem goes like this:

Little fans in constricted areas have to go fast and have aggressive (read noisy) blades to move enough air to matter. Result: Noisy computer (tiring to be near).

BIG fans, like 5 or 6" ones in some new cases move way more air, have less aggressive bite to the blades and are whisper quiet (ahhh, the peace and quiet!)

I imagine in the space available, Mazda has small ductwork (can anyone who has taken theirs apart verify?), using a small fast fan to move enough air to matter (sort of, I think it is a definitely lacking).

Result: What we have (sigh).:(

Possible Solutions:
1. Turn the radio louder.
2. Open the window.
3. Turn the fan off.

:)

Originally posted by MyRxBad
Possible Solutions:
1. Turn the radio louder.
2. Open the window.
3. Turn the fan off.

:)
I use these already when possible. However, there are situational problems with them...

1) the wife wants to talk
2) it is below zero
3) it is below zero

:) Craig

WILLHAVE8

Perfect solution "ear plugs".

LOL

Oh, that kind of "fan noise." I thought you meant the murmur from the crowds that gather aound the car at the mall...

Originally posted by willhave8
I use these already when possible. However, there are situational problems with them...

1) the wife wants to talk
:) Craig

tell her to shut up! i would if you want me too. granted i wouldn't say it to my wife but am perfectly willing to say it to a woman i don't know. for a fee....:D

WILLHAVE8
Perfect solution "ear plugs".

Looks like the perfect solution for the wife talking but what about for the fan?