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Wait, did you use an OEM fan clutch or one from autozone? The only ones that will work properly are the mopar ones in my experience. Aftermarket ones are junk.
Autozone don't sell Mopar brand, only Duralasst brand. So, to answer the question yes it was a aftermarket china crap.