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Broadfield · 02-12-2012, 06:18 PM

Not much of an update, but I figure I might as well post them if I have them. Installed the KRC LS steam port fittings. These replace the OEM hard lines and make it easy to integrate into the rest of the AN setup. The driver's side will "T" off at the passenger side and then into the surge tank.

I also snapped some pics of the alternator bracket even though I have had it for a few months. Now I just need to find the correct alternator to work with it

va240dude · 02-12-2012, 06:24 PM

Toby, you should do a 240Z...I've always loved them! I can't wait to see this coupe in person when I get back from Japan. I'm definitely making the trip so you can do a few interior mods for me!!!!

Beejis60 · 02-12-2012, 09:59 PM

What alt. bracket is that? Have any plans for the alternator itself at all? I assume you wanna run the lightest one you can find? That's what I would do anyway...

Darren · 02-12-2012, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by CamryOnBronze

Post numero uno!

Thanks I did read that but it's been so long that my Alzheimer's kicked in

Looks great Toby, builds like yours and damon's inspire the rest of us to attain that next level

Broadfield · 02-12-2012, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by va240dude

Toby, you should do a 240Z...I've always loved them! I can't wait to see this coupe in person when I get back from Japan. I'm definitely making the trip so you can do a few interior mods for me!!!!

That would be great if we could meet in person!

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Originally Posted by Beejis60

What alt. bracket is that? Have any plans for the alternator itself at all? I assume you wanna run the lightest one you can find? That's what I would do anyway...

KRC bracket... I will want to run a 95 or higher. I'm not all that worried about a high output alternator as I will not be running any high current audio or the like... unless of course I get a good deal on one.

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Originally Posted by Darren

Looks great Toby, builds like yours and damon's inspire the rest of us to attain that next level

Thanks Darren

Beejis60 · 02-13-2012, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Broadfield

KRC bracket... I will want to run a 95 or higher. I'm not all that worried about a high output alternator as I will not be running any high current audio or the like... unless of course I get a good deal on one.

FWIW, the honda d-series alternator is extremely light.

Broadfield · 02-13-2012, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Beejis60

FWIW, the honda d-series alternator is extremely light.

Uhhh, I'm not really sure how that's going to line up with a General Motors bracket and proper spacing!?! I'm not all that concerned with ultra weight savings.

CamryOnBronze · 02-13-2012, 09:07 AM

Change of plans: Honda D-Series swap.

kyles1988 · 02-13-2012, 09:16 AM

It's the only logical solution. all about the weight savings BREH.

codyace · 02-13-2012, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Broadfield

Uhhh, I'm not really sure how that's going to line up with a General Motors bracket and proper spacing!?! I'm not all that concerned with ultra weight savings.

They make those super small drag race ones you see...100amp output IIRC. I forget the brand name, but you should be able to find it through summitt or what not.

delado · 02-13-2012, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Beejis60

FWIW, the honda d-series alternator is extremely light.

Beejis60 · 02-13-2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by CamryOnBronze

Change of plans: Honda D-Series swap.

Just the alternator. That's what I plan to do if it lines up right.

EazyS13 · 02-13-2012, 07:31 PM

quality build with quality parts, motor sure looks pretty man

Darren · 02-14-2012, 08:26 AM

Honda D-series alternators suck for Honda D-series motors, they will suck more for a v8...

Beejis60 · 02-14-2012, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Darren

Honda D-series alternators suck for Honda D-series motors, they will suck more for a v8...

Used one on my K series for road racing with zero problems; granted I rebuilt it and cleaned it to the level of cleanliness Broadfield seems to be anal about achieving.
Anyway, back to reality since he's not interested in running one.

Big Zee · 02-14-2012, 06:26 PM

why not use a GM one ? on a GM motor ? seems like common sense to me.

moar updates Mr. Toby!! its more inspiration to work on my car haha, which I really should...

Broadfield · 02-14-2012, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Zee

why not use a GM one ? on a GM motor ? seems like common sense to me.

I'm not sure what all of the nonsense about the Honda alternator etc. is!?! When I said I need to figure out which alternator I need it's because I don't which y-body alternator this bracket was designed for. This bracket was manufactured for the V8 Supercar series in Australia... so a Holden. But who knows what alternator it was designed for. I just need to take the time to figure it out. This alternator thing was definitely blown way out of proportion.

future · 02-14-2012, 08:06 PM

Thats a gto. So wouldn't you siMply use a gto alt?

Prime · 02-14-2012, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by future

Thats a gto. So wouldn't you siMply use a gto alt?

Holden is a brand, not a model. The man knows what he's doing, just wait for the awesome. I don't get the debate about decisions that aren't ours to make...

future · 02-14-2012, 08:23 PM

No. Dont act like i dont know what I'm saying. The holden is the make of the aussie gto. Same shit. Same engine as our gto, same fcking car actually. So how is it that when i say "why cant you simply use a gto alt?" i am wrong? Its just a assumption

silviasteve · 02-14-2012, 08:29 PM

Learn how to form a complete sentence and you won't get singled out.

Also keep up the quality work Toby you're already putting all other ls swaps to shame.

Broadfield · 02-14-2012, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by future

Thats a gto. So wouldn't you siMply use a gto alt?

It's not that easy... or it could be, who knows. But it's a dedicated race car. So just because it's a particular model of car doesn't mean they used the alternator setup off that particular model. They may have used the mounting points of a different GM alternator setup because it offered some benefit over the mounting setup of said model of car. I'm sure it's not going to be that difficult. I'll probably take the bracket into the local auto parts store and have them grab a C6 and CTS-V alternator off the rack, see if either lines up with the mounting bracket and if it has the correct spacing for the pulley. If one of them works then I will know what vehicle I can use as a reference point if I want to order a race alternator, high output alternator etc.

future · 02-14-2012, 09:07 PM

Thanks for clarifying, keep on with the baller build

scottie · 02-14-2012, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Broadfield

It's not that easy... or it could be, who knows. But it's a dedicated race car. So just because it's a particular model of car doesn't mean they used the alternator setup off that particular model. They may have used the mounting points of a different GM alternator setup because it offered some benefit over the mounting setup of said model of car. I'm sure it's not going to be that difficult. I'll probably take the bracket into the local auto parts store and have them grab a C6 and CTS-V alternator off the rack, see if either lines up with the mounting bracket and if it has the correct spacing for the pulley. If one of them works then I will know what vehicle I can use as a reference point if I want to order a race alternator, high output alternator etc.

I'll get pics of mine with the factory GTO alternator. I think if you call KRC they have the Delphi alternator they technically made the bracket for.

Beejis60 · 02-14-2012, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by future

No. Dont act like i dont know what I'm saying. The holden is the make of the aussie gto. Same shit. Same engine as our gto, same fcking car actually. So how is it that when i say "why cant you simply use a gto alt?" i am wrong? Its just a assumption

Some of the holden LS motors develop different numbers.

Broadfield · 02-14-2012, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by scottie

I'll get pics of mine with the factory GTO alternator. I think if you call KRC they have the Delphi alternator they technically made the bracket for.

Yeah I asked Norm at KRC when I bought the bracket months ago, but he wasn't 100% sure. He started spouting out a lot of alternator part #'s saying it may be this or that. I was going to just email him and see if he had more of a concrete part # this time around.

Drift_This · 02-15-2012, 12:10 AM

Norm at KRC is the shit. Super helpful. Definitely helped me with all my dumb questions

Memberofthe600hpkaclub · 02-15-2012, 06:43 AM

Really? All this debate over a alternator?

twin_vector_turbo · 02-19-2012, 07:01 PM

An ATI Super Damper would look pretty sick on your engine.

Broadfield · 02-19-2012, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by twin_vector_turbo

An ATI Super Damper would look pretty sick on your engine.

Yeah it's in the plans, but I just don't have the money for it this year. Believe it or not I'm not made of money.

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Beejis60 BANNED Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: in a house Posts: 564 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	What alt. bracket is that? Have any plans for the alternator itself at all? I assume you wanna run the lightest one you can find? That's what I would do anyway...

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