problem with alternator
03-10-2009, 03:33 PM
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problem with alternator I installed high rise valve covers to make way for my 1.6 rr, the problem that i have now is that the alternator doesnt fit in the supporting bracket no more , because it is obstructed by the valve cover, any body had this problem .
Thanks for the help
Thanks for the help
03-10-2009, 04:03 PM
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Everyone does.
That's why vendors make LT1-specific valve covers notched to clear the alternator. You have a few options.
1.) A few companies make LT1-specific covers that are clearanced for the alternator (Canton, fatrodder on eBay, etc.).
2.) Relocate your alternator. There are a few companies that relocate the alternator to the A/C compressor location. Not cheap, but an alternative.
3.) Hammer/clearance the covers you have now. Not pretty, but cheapest of them all!
IMO, go with #1. Pick up a set designed for the LT1.
That's why vendors make LT1-specific valve covers notched to clear the alternator. You have a few options.
1.) A few companies make LT1-specific covers that are clearanced for the alternator (Canton, fatrodder on eBay, etc.).
2.) Relocate your alternator. There are a few companies that relocate the alternator to the A/C compressor location. Not cheap, but an alternative.
3.) Hammer/clearance the covers you have now. Not pretty, but cheapest of them all!
IMO, go with #1. Pick up a set designed for the LT1.
