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The plastic fan component of the DB7 RH blower motor is malfunctioning. I am now encountering difficulties in locating a suitable substitute for the fan. Aston is requesting a sum of $1300 in exchange for a new unit; nevertheless, I am reluctant to invest such a significant amount only for the acquisition of a fan. I have encountered difficulties in establishing a cross-reference between the given information and Jaguar units. Each of the objects seems to include a metallic fan component and distinct wiring arrangements.

Has anybody conducted a replacement of their blower motor? Which components were utilised?

I own a 2003 DB7 Vantage Volante automobile and I am now in the initial stages of determining if you are making reference to the component identified as part number 37-122894-AA, namely the blower motor assembly. - Are you inquiring about the relative humidity (RH) for the air conditioning system? Or are you referring to the RH Cooling Fan and cowl specifically designed for the radiator? In any case, I would suggest visiting the official website of the Aston Martin Owners Club (AMOC) and submitting a post on the platform. It seems that the component in question is somewhat atypical to malfunction. Considering the nature of the component being composed of plastic, have you contemplated the utilisation of a three-dimensional printer as a means to duplicate such component? Regardless, I wish you the best of luck. I have conducted extensive work on my vehicle, mostly focusing on the installation of iridium spark plugs and the replacement of fuel pumps, which are often performed maintenance tasks.
Additionally, it may be prudent to explore the possibility of exploring garbage yards, particularly if the need is just for plastic fan blades.
I extend my sincerest wishes for your utmost success

Indeed, the issue at hand is to the air conditioning blower motor. The cost for manufacturing a single unit via 3D printing amounts to $1100, and I have concerns about its overall stability. I have extensively surveyed several salvage yards, but regrettably, I have not yet seen a suitable one. The XJ6 models produced between 1982 and 1987, as well as the models produced between 1980 and 1989, are of interest for this study. It is possible that XJS models may have had comparable features; however, the ones I have come across so far are equipped with metallic blades. I have received information, while it remains unverified, that the metal variants exhibit poor fitting. Suderia has quoted a cost of $1300 for the complete replacement of the unit via a rebuild conducted by AM. I am now awaiting the provision of other alternatives.

I proposed the use of the Aston Martin Owners Club (AMOC) due to my extensive experience in maintaining my 2003 DB7 and the exceptional assistance provided by its members. One notable individual, namely William Temple, has a 2000 DB7 Vantage Volante, which is equipped with a manual gearbox. I accessed the technical website of Aston Martin Lagonda, LTD and proceeded to obtain the Parts, Service Manuals, and Service Bulletins that pertain to my specific car, since I am personally responsible for doing all maintenance and repairs on my automobile. William Temple is a highly knowledgeable individual with extensive expertise in the DB7. He has a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and actively engages in independent research and analysis. It is my understanding that he resides in the United States, specifically in the state of New York.
It is possible that an updated iteration of the attached Xcel spreadsheet exists, which comprehensively presents the known alternative components for the DB7. It is seen that the heater motor for the heater and Air Conditioning system is listed.
In conclusion, it is hoped that the aforementioned information proves to be beneficial. In the process of replacing the front coil springs of my 2003 DB7, I deliberately included supplementary shims with the objective of elevating the front section of the car. This adjustment was made to prevent the nosecone from making contact with several driveways in the vicinity of Los Angeles, namely in Manhattan Beach, California, where I reside. I purchased the shims from Jaguar due to their comparatively lower cost and precise compatibility, as opposed to the shims available from Aston Martin.
Enclosed herewith is the spreadsheet that was previously alluded to. Please inform me if you want any further technical information on the car, since I possess a comprehensive knowledge in this area.
Wishing you the utmost success,
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Additionally, I received a notification stating that the website in question does not permit the use of files with the .xlsx suffix. I am unfamiliar with the operational procedures pertaining to the use of the Private Message system on this particular website. If you could kindly provide me with your email address via private message, I would be delighted to give you the requested information. Alternatively, you may inquire about it on the AMOC forum, where I am certain that someone would assist you in accessing the list of alternate components that I have found to be really beneficial.

Please provide me with your email address at megan.6.net. I would be pleased to provide you with the alternative components spreadsheet that was previously provided.

I successfully replaced the blower motor in my 2001 vehicle. The procedure was both costly and time-consuming. I had significant difficulty in finding a suitable item for an extended period, mostly due to the exorbitant core price. The amount I spent on my purchase was $1500.00. This issue seems to be a recurring problem with DB7 vehicles, since it is the fourth instance that I have encountered. I am now residing in a city situated at a high elevation of around one mile above sea level, namely Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am curious to ascertain if the altitude of this location is exerting any influence or impact on my well-being or surroundings.
The mileage on my vehicle was recorded as 17,500 kilometres.

I have now come across a potential counterpart, the Jaguar Ccc5544, which might perhaps serve as an analogous component. I will get it on Thursday. I am hopeful and optimistic about the outcome.

The CCC7522 jag blower motor was acquired last week. The squirrel cage used in the experiment was composed of plastic material and exhibited optimal functionality. The connectors exhibited variations, so precluding a straightforward substitution. Upon removing the vehicle from its stationary position, I saw the emergence of a substantial oil leakage, which transpired subsequent to a period of one month of inactivity. I will start the task at hand now. Additionally, it is necessary to repair the heating valve. I will attempt to locate a suitable replacement, since the cost quoted by Scuderia is too high.

I am pleased to hear that you have successfully repaired the issue with your heater motor and fan assembly, and I hope that the resolution did not incur excessive expenses. In a previous statement, you mentioned discovering a Jaguar CCC5544 component that you believed to be the corresponding part. The motor that was received and found to be functional was identified as the Jag CCC7522. Which section was deemed correct? For future reference, it is customary to make a gesture of knocking on wood, colloquially referred to as "knock on wood," to express a desire for good luck or to ward off potential misfortune.
Additionally, I saw what I believed to be an oil leakage originating from one of the drain plugs on my oil pan. Subsequent findings revealed that the substance in question was not oil, but rather power steering fluid. It has been observed that the power steering reservoir tends to experience fluid leakage unless a pair of jubilee clamps are used to secure both the intake and outlet.

The unit that was sent to me was identified as the CCC7522 on the right side, whereas the CCC7523 would correspond to the left side. The original OEM right heater A/C blower motor CCC7522 for the 1994-1996 Jaguar XJS model.

Regarding the oil leak, I have been unable to replicate it. I am optimistic that the presence of oil residue may be attributed to the last oil change before the vehicle remained idle for a duration of two months while the blower motor was being repaired.

Currently, I am engaged in the task of changing the heating valve. The air conditioning system alone emits warm air. Upon manipulating the heater valve, it is evident that it fails to achieve complete closure. Instead of purchasing a valve from Scuderia at an exorbitant price, I conducted an online search using the Google search engine and discovered that the valve in question is a widely available Ford component. Consequently, I proceeded to get a new valve for a mere $13. I will do the task today.