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Old Apr 20, 2020 | 03:23 AM
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Is anyone able to identify the attached 2 engine brackets. They are off a 1990 C4 L98 engine and most likely from the passenger side. They are surplus after an engine rebuild and we cannot locate where they fit back onto the engine and what they support...Many thanks!





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Old Apr 20, 2020 | 07:03 PM
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A/C compressor support brackets.

Without them, you run the risk of the large aluminum bracket cracking.
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Old Apr 21, 2020 | 02:22 PM
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A/C compressor support brackets.

Without them, you run the risk of the large aluminum bracket cracking.
That's were they go to support of the compressor.
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Old Apr 21, 2020 | 02:43 PM
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Aren't there 3 brackets on a 90?
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Can't tell if it is #6 or #9

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Originally Posted by aklim
Can't tell if it is #6 or #9
I think maybe it's #5 and #9. i agree can't tell - 6 or 9 - ???

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Originally Posted by Joe C
I think the OP's pic is #5 and #9....
I meant the missing bracket. You think he has #9 and therefore missing #6? If so, I'd get all 3 installed or it could be bad. Ask me how I know.
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Originally Posted by aklim
I meant the missing bracket. You think he has #9 and therefore missing #6? If so, I'd get all 3 installed or it could be bad. Ask me how I know.
I agree, install all three. no matter what he has showing, and what's missing, It will only go together one way. it's been about 6 or 7 years since I worked on my 90 - memory's not what it used to be....

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Originally Posted by Joe C
I agree, install all three. no matter what he has showing, and what's missing, It will only go together one way. it's been about 6 or 7 years since I worked on my 90 - memory's not what it used to be....
Can we ask how you know this? My case was 2 broken brackets.
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Hi Guys,
Many thanks to you all for your advice inputs. I'll check it out later and let you know the outcome.
I live in Australia and we are on shut down due to the COVID19 issues and not permitted to drive unless it's for essential purposes etc.. I thinks it's essential, but the cops may not agree. The Vette is at my friends workshop across town. He has a hoist.
Thanks and best wishes..Paul
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Hi Guys,
Many thanks to you all for your advice inputs. I'll check it out later and let you know the outcome.
I live in Australia and we are on shut down due to the COVID19 issues and not permitted to drive unless it's for essential purposes etc.. I thinks it's essential, but the cops may not agree. The Vette is at my friends workshop across town. He has a hoist.
Thanks and best wishes..Paul
Just stay safe, car isn't going any place, and your health is more important even if it is Corvette!
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Hi Guys,
My special thanks for all your help and inputs. Your contribution made it easy to locate. We found their homes and no parts left over which is a good sign after a full engine rebuild.
Now we just need to set the timing, re-gas the A/C and a few other minor jobs and take it for a run. It all looks good so far. No parts left over which is a good sign...Can't wait until it's all complete and on the road.
Stay safe in these troubled times...Paul.
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Good to hear!
Just on time for the season.
Enjoy!
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