Looking at the welds from an old arc welder, I'd be amazed if there was any fluid left in that hub. The tension may well be dry bearings sticking together... 
I'm interested in using the fan with a new hub. Do you still have my address in plain view to get a shipping quote... 
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Mitch
1970 Chevelle SS
1966 Chevelle SS
1967 Camaro ss/rs
1938 Business coupe, street rod
2000 FXSTS, original owner, 13k miles
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