AIR pump delete question
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Racer
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AIR pump delete question
Hey guys, I want to start out by saying I did attempt to search but I think the search function is messed up. I have an 86 that I would like to delete the air pump from, the AC is already out and at one point I saw a thread that had a standardf rotation waterpump, no tensioner, no air pump and an adjustable threaded rod that went from the ALT to the manifold to tension the deal. Does anyone have a part number for that rod off hand? or a link to the thread or pics would be great too!
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John
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John
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I used the rod brace from the A/C, it was nearly a perfect fit. I had to slot the bolt hole just a little. Also I've ran it awhile with the reverse rotation pump turning normal rotation, with no over heating. I do have a normal rotation pump to install, mainly for fear of cavitation under my increased (6000 RPM) rev limit. You can use a threaded rod but it isn't needed.
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Those air delete pulleys are expensive. This just costs $15 in a new belt, you'll make money selling the old parts.
My bracket is roughly 10.5" bolt center to bolt center. Probably 11.25" in total length. You can place the alternator across a large arc there.
My bracket is roughly 10.5" bolt center to bolt center. Probably 11.25" in total length. You can place the alternator across a large arc there.
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