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Old 01-29-2015, 09:39 AM
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Just wondering if anyone knows of any, or could take a pic of the front of the engine of a 77 or equivalent.

Mine is not right. Want to try and figure out what sorcery the PO cast.

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Old 01-29-2015, 10:33 AM
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Define "not right." Why not post a pic of your engine and we can take a look at what you have?
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Define "not right." Why not post a pic of your engine and we can take a look at what you have?
Accessory are not where they belong. The power steering cap is < 1 inch from the bottom of the alternator bracket.
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Originally Posted by InfidelCorvette
Accessory are not where they belong. The power steering cap is < 1 inch from the bottom of the alternator bracket.
This pic was taken with my iPhone and this is a 77 L48 that's never been altered. Hope this helps.
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Accessory are not where they belong. The power steering cap is < 1 inch from the bottom of the alternator bracket.
Probably the belt is too long on the PS pump. Get a shorter one and it should change the position of the cap since the pump will not be rotated as far to tension the belt.
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looks like the PO raised the alternator's height so you can actually take off that power steering cap without a fight.
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The PS cap is difficult to access on mine also. If the PS belt is too long the PS pump pulley will contact the frame. A shorter belt makes the cap even more difficult to remove. mike...
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