22 champion radiator and champion 16 inch single fan question

Threads like this are a real lifesaver and they're why I come to this site time and time again.

Ran into this issue as well this weekend with the same exact combo. Not sure why I didn't think of simply offsetting the fan. Was thinking of just ordering a low profile fan but wasn't sure that'd give enough clearance. Can't say I've been too happy with Champion after all the issues I've had with this fan and shroud combo, should probably just shoot them an email at this point and see what they're willing to do for me.