FAN removal - 200Tdi

Hi all, Happy New Year.

I have been told that if i remove the fan on my 200Tdi I will notice a considerable gain in fuel economy and a bit more power.

I live and drive in the UK, any thoughts as to the viability of this - how does the 200Tdi cope in UK summers - does it need a fan, i have also been told that the only reason LR fitted fans on the 200 and

I do 50/50 offroad/onroad and in the summer tow a jet-ski.

If i remove the fan should i also install an electric one (thinking of scrap yard types rather than overpriced Kenlowe) and connect to a thermostat?

any thoughts...

Thanks Jon