swap over to a ribbed pulley set up, its much easier to do if you dont have PS and AC anymore.
I have now have all ribbed belts, but I have manual steering and had to get my AC bracket machined to accept a FD AC compressor. |
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8574012)
swap over to a ribbed pulley set up, its much easier to do if you dont have PS and AC anymore.
I have now have all ribbed belts, but I have manual steering and had to get my AC bracket machined to accept a FD AC compressor. No airpump and no P/S? I can't do without A/C and I have emissions testing in Dallas, but I admit the serpentine belt is attractive option. Post some pics? Thanks Rob. |
Originally Posted by RETed
(Post 8560572)
I just wanted to do a quick follow-up on this thread, cause I'm interested in it...
A local shop uses Nissan Maxima alternators for most imports as a high output set-up. I did a quick search on eBay, and theres models listed from 130A, 140A, and 160A. Prices are from $70 - $130. The plug *looks* like it's the same as the S5 / FD one. The problem is the pulley - it looks like they use multi-ribbed serpentine belts. -Ted |
I have one ribbed belt that runs alt/waterpump, and another that runs AC
I have no PS or air pump. I dont have a picture of the final AC set up yet because the bracket is getting re-powdercoated after the machinist finished modifying it to mount a FD compressor to it. Im using a PS delete bracket from a S4 car, and finally a FD tensioner. If you are not using AC, PS, or air pump there are couple of people selling aftermarket ribbed pulley set ups. I got these pulleys from a cosmo engine I sold someone, but I ended up only using the crank and waterpump pulleys, the alternator came with its ribbed pulley already. I have this picture, but it shows the S4 v-belt AC set up still, we are finishing the FD upgrade this week, should have pictures later in the week. I can now ditch the 2 V-belt pulleys from the crank, a cosmo uses v-belt AC so thats why I still had them on there, originally thought I was going to keep v-belt S4 AC set up. http://robx-7.nopistons.com/d/2334-1/DSC02417.jpg |
I'm curious if the Taurus alt would fit under an OEM TMIC? I've got a vert with a JDM swapped into it. I've got an FD alt that barely squeezes under the TMIC.
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Originally Posted by JustJeff
(Post 8581554)
I'm curious if the Taurus alt would fit under an OEM TMIC? I've got a vert with a JDM swapped into it. I've got an FD alt that barely squeezes under the TMIC.
Hmmm...my S5 alternator will retro onto the S4 TII (w/slight rewire). Free upgrade! |
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 8582649)
Probably not. I have an 88 TII out back under a cover, but I really haven't looked at that aspect. If the FD is tight, the Taurus alt probably isn't going to fit with my mounting method.
Hmmm...my S5 alternator will retro onto the S4 TII (w/slight rewire). Free upgrade! |
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 8536048)
Here is a brand new Taurus fan, lifetime warranty ISO9000 rated manufacturer for $89.99 shipped.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/90-91...spagenameZWDVW ] Lifetime warranty.
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8537584)
but thats not what people do, they get one from the junkyard. I also do not see any specifications for that ebay fan?
The ISO thing does not impress me at all, I deal with warranty claims from companies with ISO ratings all the time for products that cost ALOT more then a fan, products that cost more then our houses, and these are real bonehead errors. Would any of you guys feel better if you paid Summitt bucks for the exact same fan sold on Ebay? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/90-91...spagenameZWDVW http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku Interesting that Summit Racing has picked up the entire line of Dorman OEM replacement fans-and they are charging premium prices for these fans. |
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 8574288)
So, do you have one serpentine belt that does waterpump Alt and A/C?
No airpump and no P/S? I can't do without A/C and I have emissions testing in Dallas, but I admit the serpentine belt is attractive option. Post some pics? Thanks Rob. got the AC back on, now using a FD AC compressor and belt tensioner, FD alternator, and cosmo pulleys- but it was by no means a bolt on modification. AC bracket is from a power steering delete FC Still have to get the AC lines made, I probably wont bother for now and do it over the winter months. http://robx-7.nopistons.com/d/2367-1/eng+004.jpg |
[QUOTE=Rob XX 7;8629014]got the AC back on, now using a FD AC compressor and belt tensioner, FD alternator, and cosmo pulleys- but it was by no means a bolt on modification. AC bracket is from a power steering delete FC
Still have to get the AC lines made, I probably wont bother for now and do it over the winter months. Very nice. I am impressed. Since the tensioner is from a PS delete kit, could you have actually used a power steering pump in that spot? |
the tensioner is from a FD, the bracket is from a TII with no PS
I did not try a PS/AC bracket from a FD because I am not using PS. With a good manual rack you dont need PS with these cars, they feel great witout PS. If I wanted PS and ribbed belts I would say to give a FD bracket a shot, you may have to modify it to bolt up and have the belts line up. On my bracket 2 bolts lined up with the AC compressor, and 2 did not. So extra material was welded where needed and then drilled and tapped so that the AC compressor can bolt up. |
SHIT! I am seeing 10.8 volts at idle(1000rpm)!! New battery and all..
I have a S4 re-man and have been studying this thread and others BUT still am up in the air to what to purchase. |
when my "advertised as 3600CFM fan" kicks on, with the headlights on, stereo on- im seeing still seeing 14volts
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The second main crank pulley, is that off the FD or are those two cosmo main pullies? cheers
http://robx-7.nopistons.com/d/2367-1/eng+004.jpg |
everything is either cosmo or FD
main and waterpump- cosmo alternator, ac and its tensioner- FD |
Very nice,clean.... looks OEM. cheers
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So ted did you try the maxima alternator yet? I have not looked but would I have to make a bracket?
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hi guys...
dont know if this has been posted yet but - i got onto an awesome site on the net that do custom alternators as well. i asked them about my car. i've got a 1990 Mazda Luce with factory 13bt configuration. i used the same version rx7 alt description that i knew is the same as my Luce alt. cause sure as shit as soon as i said Luce i would have got a HUH?? lol they are here - http://www.qualitypowerauto.com/ question i asked - what do you have as an upgrade for a gen 2 rx7 (89-91) alternator. We can provide a direct replacement alternator that will use the same mounts, use the same belt and connect with your factory wiring harness, just need to upgrade B+ to the higher amps. It is a 200 amp alternator that will provide about 110 amp at idle. The cost for this unit is $475.00 (this is US dollars). We would need 5 working days to build this for you. Let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks for the inquiry. so there is another option for you you guys. you just need to stipulate what model your car is. for the 1989 boys where the change in wiring configuration happened to the rx7 alternator you will need to state its early or late 1989 model hope this helps |
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what exactely are we looking at?
Make model it came from or company bought from? |
I checked the other night how I was doing: headlights on, stereo with subwoofer and 3 channel amp, stand alone, supra TT fuel pump, few extra gauges and electric fan running at a red light idling im at 14.3 volts.
thats with a new FD alternator. |
Originally Posted by BASTARD
(Post 8718194)
Just wanted to post some pictures
That must be the 3g (ford tempo) alternator. |
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sorry, I got called into a meeting earlier so i couldn't finish my post... anyhow, those pictures are of a stock S4 alt Vs. the 3G alternator from the Ford Tempo. It is the same alternator in the picture posted below. The dual sheave pulley does not line up and requires the modification of the waterpump housing boss to fit... basically you have to machine off about 3/8th +/- of an inch of material in order for it to line up... however, if you opt for the 13b-re multi groove pulley's instead it should line up with no modifications to the waterpump housing
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Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8718467)
I checked the other night how I was doing: headlights on, stereo with subwoofer and 3 channel amp, stand alone, supra TT fuel pump, few extra gauges and electric fan running at a red light idling im at 14.3 volts.
thats with a new FD alternator. I think the key to this is that the alternator is new. It hasn't been abused or overloaded yet. Probably wouldn't have the same success with a used/abused alt off the FD thread-but then, who knows. I am extremely pleased with the performance of my Taurus alternator to date. Like your setup, everything works and the volts don't vary. Just for kicks, I should hook up my meter through the cig lighter just to verify the actual volts, instead of looking at the 19 year old volt meter on the dash. I assume you got your voltage from the datalogger of your Haltech(?)? |
I get it from the wolf dash controller, but my stock 20 year old gauge reads the same, just not with a digital display.
The alternator came tested over 100amps, I forget what it was now- getting old sucks, I do know it was over 110 amps, seem to be thinking like 120? I also have the battery in the trunk with 0 gauge to the dist. box under the hood. |
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8720103)
I get it from the wolf dash controller, but my stock 20 year old gauge reads the same, just not with a digital display.
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8720103)
The alternator came tested over 100amps, I forget what it was now- getting old sucks,
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8720103)
I do know it was over 110 amps, seem to be thinking like 120?
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8720103)
I also have the battery in the trunk with 0 gauge to the dist. box under the hood.
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the wolf also has its own power wire, thats 4 gauge.
My wolf tuner told me the wolf likes good, clean power. btw im 37 |
Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8720934)
the wolf also has its own power wire, thats 4 gauge.
My wolf tuner told me the wolf likes good, clean power. btw im 37 |
we should start the old fart's club
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Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8721011)
we should start the old fart's club
Rotary Performance and Assorted STuff **ID required- must be 2x age of car** |
:rofl:
I'm not quite that old, 2x age of car but I have crested the 30 mark though |
so what's the over all deal? does it work with no problem's i would read the whole thread but im too lazy..a rundown/recap would be nice.
:AA: |
Originally Posted by AcidAngel7477
(Post 8721814)
so what's the over all deal? does it work with no problem's i would read the whole thread but im too lazy..a rundown/recap would be nice.
:AA: . -Jack |
Originally Posted by TitaniumTT
(Post 8721765)
:rofl:
I'm not quite that old, 2x age of car but I have crested the 30 mark though Or maybe get a younger car to qualify! |
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 8722226)
30? Hmmm...You will need a permission slip from your parent or guardian to join!
Or maybe get a younger car to qualify! Maybe we should have a, "We do shit right club," :suspect: |
I have old jeeps!
1976 CJ and a 1982 Cherokee wide wheel laredo, 304 and 360 AMC powered! |
Hey Jack, how well do you think the Taurus alt would relocate to the P/S bracket? MY TMIC won't let me squeeze a Taurus alt in. I've got zero experience relocating alts so I need to educate myself more. But I have a spare P/S-A/C bracket lying around. I want to keep A/C cause I'm a wimp like that. I've been wanting to do the P/S removal mod anyway. Any advice while I do some reading/learning?
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Originally Posted by JustJeff
(Post 8791584)
Hey Jack, how well do you think the Taurus alt would relocate to the P/S bracket? MY TMIC won't let me squeeze a Taurus alt in. I've got zero experience relocating alts so I need to educate myself more. But I have a spare P/S-A/C bracket lying around. I want to keep A/C cause I'm a wimp like that. I've been wanting to do the P/S removal mod anyway. Any advice while I do some reading/learning?
Just off the cuff, I think you would be better off moving the TMIC to the front of the A/C condenser than attempting to machine a mount on the P/S bracket. Moving TMIC to the front would increase the effectiveness and reduce heat soak. Then, you could mount anything you want to the alt mount. |
Where do you get these "13b-re multi groove pulley"s?
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Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
(Post 8722642)
I have old jeeps!
1976 CJ and a 1982 Cherokee wide wheel laredo, 304 and 360 AMC powered!
Originally Posted by yeti
(Post 8968850)
Where do you get these "13b-re multi groove pulley"s?
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but I got to admit my 07' cherokee is much nicer to drive, the old jeeps are good for a blast around but get tiring.
I got the pulleys as notttt said- from someone with a 13B-RE engine, they were using different pulleys. I never tried FD pulleys, they may work. |
A close friend of mine almost bought an '06 WK Overland which was a REALLY nice rig. You could really see the Benz influence. Personally my lifted 5spd XJ is plently comfy or me
FD pulleys would only work with the FD waterpump and housing as the e-shaft pulley is spaced farther out than the FC/RE pulleys |
So if I go with the tempo, there is no avoiding the dual pulley?
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I have a choice of getting a 1 wire or a 3 wire version of the tempo 170A alternator. The seller has been awesome, helping me out tons. I I have an FD alternator in my car now, but I'm sure the regulator is shot from incorrect past install.
Does anybody know for SURE 100% how I should wire in the alternator for the tempo without a stock harness. (I have a haltech standalone.) or should I just get the single wire? I like the idea of the single wire, but I don't like the idea of sub 14v idle and such. I will obviously be needing to install larger gauge wires and such, and getting a smaller diameter pulley so that idle RPMs is 2000+ instead of 1,440. What do you guys think? 1 wire or 3 wire? |
Just read up here, I am for sure going 3 wire, I just need to figure out how to wire it in. http://www.madelectrical.com/electri...hreewire.shtml
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here are a couple pictures off the internet... you can run it like in the pictures... but I ran mine : The green/red wire goes to the amp/volt meter the yellow/white should actually go to the ignition on/run and the white black loops back into the alternator as shown in the pics http://fordfuelinjection.com/public/...ALT_wiring.gif http://fordfuelinjection.com/public/...ternator07.jpg |
Originally Posted by BASTARD
(Post 9073071)
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here are a couple pictures off the internet... you can run it like in the pictures... but I ran mine : The green/red wire goes to the amp/volt meter the yellow/white should actually go to the ignition on/run and the white black loops back into the alternator as shown in the pics http://fordfuelinjection.com/public/...ALT_wiring.gif http://fordfuelinjection.com/public/...ternator07.jpg I would run it to the positive post of the battery given that TweakGames standalone has a standalone. Put a 10 amp fuse for safety and call it a day. |
Oh! These things are the 3G alternator? Crap. I read while browsing the web that their max RPM is 18,000 rpm. In order for my 4.5 inch crank to make the alternator do 2,400 rpm at idle (900) I had to get a 1.66 inch pulley. But at 7000 engine rpm, the alt is spinning at 19,000. At 7500 21,000. :( Crap.
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Originally Posted by TweakGames
(Post 9073232)
Oh! These things are the 3G alternator? Crap. I read while browsing the web that their max RPM is 18,000 rpm. In order for my 4.5 inch crank to make the alternator do 2,400 rpm at idle (900) I had to get a 1.66 inch pulley. But at 7000 engine rpm, the alt is spinning at 19,000. At 7500 21,000. :( Crap.
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 8534638)
On that page you linked they strongly warn about low output at idle. They even tell you that they will put a smaller pulley on to solve the problem. They recommend a 3:1 ratio of crank pulley diameter to alt pulley diameter. My crank is 4.5 and my alt pulley is 2.5, 4.5:2.5=1.8:1 ratio! Therefore, at 8000 rpm, my alt is turning at 14400 rpm. At idle, 800 rpm my alt is turning 1440 rpm. These guys say their amperage drops off 'substantially' below 2400 rpm. The ratio they recommend will turn the alternator 2400rpm at idle, but at 8000 redline it will turn it at 24000 rpm.
You have been warned several times!!! Seriously my friend, good luck and let me know how the HO alternator works out. |
Originally Posted by jackhild59
(Post 9073237)
Pretty much why I decided not to go with a rewind.
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