My 2 cents - get a new fan. I like to keep and fix things, so I get what you're attempting. I haven't done this repair, so maybe you'll get a more informed opinion.
Way i see it, you have 2 or 3 problems that could result from this repair: Stress cracks in the bent back metal, out of balance fan, and because the fan is out of balance your water pump bearing goes.
Good luck
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