Interest in a Alternator Relocation Bracket?
07-08-05, 11:52 AM
#1
Interest in a Alternator Relocation Bracket?
Ok, folks I need to see how many FD guys are interested in something like this.
Blake Qualley and Pineapple Racing have designed an Alternator relocation bracket for the FB/FC that allows you mount the alternator where the A/C and PS pump were previously located.
The benefits include lowering the weight and being able to run a electric water pump and water pump housing adapter.
They are willing to make or modify the current one to fit FD's if us FD guys can show enough interest and potential buyers (15+) of this product.
Here are a few pictures of the product that Blake posted in another thread.
More images and information can be found in the following
thread.
Please don't post in that thread, instead express your interest in this thread.
Blake Qualley and Pineapple Racing have designed an Alternator relocation bracket for the FB/FC that allows you mount the alternator where the A/C and PS pump were previously located.
The benefits include lowering the weight and being able to run a electric water pump and water pump housing adapter.
They are willing to make or modify the current one to fit FD's if us FD guys can show enough interest and potential buyers (15+) of this product.
Here are a few pictures of the product that Blake posted in another thread.
More images and information can be found in the following
thread.
Please don't post in that thread, instead express your interest in this thread.
07-08-05, 01:54 PM
#4
If so I want a nicer looking bracket...All fine and dandy for the fb/fc folk but for us fd guys we need some nicer stuff to make it worth while IMO! As for the electric water and housing we would need that too. Might as well do all the work at the same time!
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07-08-05, 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by atihun
Will they provide a useful waterpump pulley as well?
Originally Posted by nashman69g
If so I want a nicer looking bracket...All fine and dandy for the fb/fc folk but for us fd guys we need some nicer stuff to make it worth while IMO! As for the electric water and housing we would need that too. Might as well do all the work at the same time!
As for the water pump housing you can already purchase one of those from Summit or KG Parts.
Originally Posted by rockshox
im interested, what is the expected cost? not sure what kind of bling nashman likes but it looks nicely made to me.
It looks like we have the ball rolling folks, hopefully we can get a few more people interested and can convince Rob and Blake to make some up for the FD crowd.
07-09-05, 09:48 AM
#16
Originally Posted by Hyperite
Wait...can I still keep Power Steering and A/C with this?
Originally Posted by black93RX7
I'm interested, but wouldn't an electric water bump be less reliable?
How much is an electric water pump? This is important since depending on the additional cost.
How much is an electric water pump? This is important since depending on the additional cost.
Cost wise depending on the pump and options you want you are looking $150-$300
As for cost of the bracket, I've been told that it will be in the $50-$85 range depending on options and quantity.
Last edited by the_glass_man; 07-09-05 at 10:08 AM.
07-09-05, 10:08 AM
#17
I won't let go
Looks good, but I'd need to see it installed first to look at clearance issues. I have my ignition amp installed on the rail there and don't want to run into any issues with that.
Otherwise, looks good.
Otherwise, looks good.
07-12-05, 05:10 PM
#19
I've received a few PM's regarding my electronic water pump setup. For those of you who are interested in a similar setup here's what I have.
For the water pump I have a Davies Craig EWP and Controller
http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/elecpump.htm
I can get them cheaper if anyone is interested.
For the water pump adapter I have a Meziere water pump block adapter.
It comes in two styles one with two or three ports.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...=KeywordSearch
Or you could use the KG Parts one if you like.
http://kgparts.com/diy.htm
Or you could make your own if you wish.
I also have an Unorthodox Racing Ultra R main pulley, but you could use the stock one and just take off the front section.
Carlos (Spic Racer) runs a similar setup with great success on his GT40 FD.
https://www.rx7club.com/build-threads-292/spic-racer-gt40r-414533/
All I need is the alternator mount to finish my installation.
For the water pump I have a Davies Craig EWP and Controller
http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/elecpump.htm
I can get them cheaper if anyone is interested.
For the water pump adapter I have a Meziere water pump block adapter.
It comes in two styles one with two or three ports.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...=KeywordSearch
Or you could use the KG Parts one if you like.
http://kgparts.com/diy.htm
Or you could make your own if you wish.
I also have an Unorthodox Racing Ultra R main pulley, but you could use the stock one and just take off the front section.
Carlos (Spic Racer) runs a similar setup with great success on his GT40 FD.
https://www.rx7club.com/build-threads-292/spic-racer-gt40r-414533/
All I need is the alternator mount to finish my installation.
07-12-05, 06:54 PM
#20
Place your ad here...
Glass Man: Looks good, and definitely provides for an interesting option.
But I'm curious as to how much support you'll get from the FD community for this. Relocating the alternator means that you MUST run an electric water pump (unlike FB/FC). I understand that there are some people running e-pumps (as you pointed out), and others that are interesting in going that route. But I'm wondering if there's gonna be enough support for an Alt relocation bracket to make it worth Pineapple's time to build.
Good luck with this though, I'm interested to see how it turns out!
-Rob
But I'm curious as to how much support you'll get from the FD community for this. Relocating the alternator means that you MUST run an electric water pump (unlike FB/FC). I understand that there are some people running e-pumps (as you pointed out), and others that are interesting in going that route. But I'm wondering if there's gonna be enough support for an Alt relocation bracket to make it worth Pineapple's time to build.
Good luck with this though, I'm interested to see how it turns out!
-Rob
07-12-05, 07:03 PM
#21
Hey, where did my $$$ go?
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Glassman, you can count on me to buy one. I wish it was lower more like where they ac goes instead of ps...but I dont really care. Either will be fine, I just have a preferance for a/c locations.
Try to get them to throw in a good quality belt (Goodyear or something) thats the correct size (obviously they can add it to the price).
Try to get them to throw in a good quality belt (Goodyear or something) thats the correct size (obviously they can add it to the price).
07-12-05, 09:23 PM
#23
Originally Posted by LUPE
What's the benefit of relocating this?
First you bringing the weight farther down into the chassis. This might not make much of a difference for most folks as they might not be able to fully appreciate the benefits it provides.
For the weight weenies (myself included) you are losing some weight from the engine as the water pump housing weighs much more than a normal electric water pump.
Also you are freeing up some extra horsepower by reducing parasitic drag.
With my setup you can set the pump to continue to run after you shut the vehicle off to reduce thermal stress and heat soak.
07-12-05, 09:50 PM
#24
Originally Posted by the_glass_man
With my setup you can set the pump to continue to run after you shut the vehicle off to reduce thermal stress and heat soak.
that is what im in it for
07-13-05, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by SPOautos
I wish it was lower more like where they ac goes instead of ps...