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Originally Posted by ironworks
I have bought used ones that were bent. If it is used it must not be in the car for a reason, like an accident. So 2 used ones, one bent and one straight are more money than 1 new straight one.
The aftermarket systems all depend on what the application is. Sometimes the lower mount alternator will get in the way of the steering shaft. Or the factory AC will not clear the crossmember, or You make the engine to long for the engine compartment. These are just some of the problems we have run into on the different systems out there on the market. Just cuz the product is for sale or you get a good deal does not mean it is not JUNK.
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True.. I guess you just need to be careful where you buy stuff. Had the same issue with "new or used" vette suspension parts. I get great deals on GM brackets at
www.smcperformance.com
The low/tight mounting of the f-body alternator caused clearance issues with my steering rack that I have to fix.
There's little chance that an f-body pulley arrangement will make the engine "to long". However it might have other issues with fitment in the space.
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