VinhZXT Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Hi all, How much room should I have between my alternator and frame rail and strut tower? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Hard to tell how much is there because of the angle of the pic. That side of the motor will lift so I don't think a huge amount would be needed. I do remember thinking the alt. was close with the JCI kit. I'm thinking about 1.5 inches if I remember correctly. (a big if these days) Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinhZXT Posted December 6, 2005 Author Share Posted December 6, 2005 I think I have about 1/4" on each side of the alternator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A. G. Olphart Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 Since the engine torques away from the frame, I would guess a half (maybe 3/4) inch would be about right to allow for deceleration and motor mount settling. If it drops to where it touches, a new mount or steel shim should bring it back up. How far does your frame flex? I wouldn't feel comfortable with 1/4" as my mounts always go soft over time. How far are they spaced in stock Chevys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinhZXT Posted December 7, 2005 Author Share Posted December 7, 2005 I think 1/4" was too close too. I am moving the alternator to where the stock compressor used to be. I will be making an adjustable bracket for the alternator so that I don't have to use the belt tensioner. I should have just 1 short belt from alternator to crank pulley which should keep my engine nice and clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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