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Mar 6, 2013 | 04:28 PM

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alt relocation question

I see cutting the accessory bracket to re-locate the alt where the a/c was is a popular mode. Just wanted to see has any one had the bracket break because of the cutting?

http://www.lt1engines.com/tech/lt1-a...or-relocation/

Mar 6, 2013 | 05:14 PM

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If you use an air grinder and put it in a solid vice, I dont see how it will break. Unless you use a hammer or drop it.

File down cut smooth, jagged edges could start a crack over time.

Mar 6, 2013 | 06:10 PM

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not while im cutting. After the mode and you drive it for a few miles. Wanted to see if any have broke after installed.

Mar 7, 2013 | 11:07 AM

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Mine finally cracked after a few years driving along with about 20 passes on the track. Spinning to 7k area is what I think did it in. It never broke but it didn't look good. I may try to fab a bracket to go across the two towers where the alternator used to be. I only saw it because it was powdered black and I was revving the motor under the hood and noticed the crack when the bracket flexed. The new one has been fine so far.

Mar 7, 2013 | 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by sweetbmxrider

could you post a pic? be nice to see where it cracked. I found some pics on the net where people added braces like you mention and claimed they have been running it with success. Thats the route im going to take.