My second otterstat has failed this year. They fail in a good way-- the fans run continuous as soon as the key is turned. But I am naturally worried about the strain on the electrical system and about what is causing this behavior. If I disconnect it the fans will stop (but still engage with the AC), but that is dangerous since this time of year I don't run the AC continuously. The hot wire (I didn't realize one was hot until I saw some sparks!) lost its boot when I replaced the otterstat earlier this year. I just put a shrink tube boot over it the other night while investigating. The wires were damp, but I replaced the red gasket when I replaced the switch last time. It has been three or four years since I did a total flush of the coolant, but I have done some partials with other parts replacements, so I am definitely due. Could this be the problem? The switch seems like it is sealed and should be safe (duh, it is hot). Ideas? -- -Kevin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/