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Old 03-06-2003, 11:36 AM
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Power Steering bypass, How to?

I have a 95 Z that is lightened and I run skinny's at the track. The PS is not needed but how do I get rid of it? Most of the time all I need is a way to run the alternator by it self. Any suggestions?
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Do you have AC? Did you want to delete PS permanantly?

If so, I have a bracket that can help you out.

I have a working model of a different variation to retain power steering, I just haven't had it set up for production as of this time.

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How much for the low mount alternator bracket? I am assuming that is the braket you have for sale if you have deleted you ps and ac.
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Originally posted by steve10
Do you have AC? Did you want to delete PS permanantly?

If so, I have a bracket that can help you out.

I have a working model of a different variation to retain power steering, I just haven't had it set up for production as of this time.

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I have A/C and would like to have it available when it gets over 100 degrees outside but the Power steering I could do without permanently. My thoughts were to remove the AIR pump and mount a smaller lighter alternator there with a belt to the crank and no other accessories most of the time. I'm not sure if this will work and if so how? Another thought would be to remove the A/C completely and drive a different car when it's 100+. Then put the alternator in place of the a/c compressor and run crank to Alt only. I'm not sure if that would work either. Has anyone done something similar on an LT1?
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Originally posted by Tekprodave
Another thought would be to remove the A/C completely and drive a different car when it's 100+. Then put the alternator in place of the a/c compressor and run crank to Alt only. I'm not sure if that would work either. Has anyone done something similar on an LT1?
That's basically what steve was talking about - and yes people have done it - it works very well. Buy the kit - he's already done R&D, so it bolts right on...
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Originally posted by speedmiser
That's basically what steve was talking about - and yes people have done it - it works very well. Buy the kit - he's already done R&D, so it bolts right on...
Kewl, so how much is it? Go easy on me now. The "Hot Rod" budget is tight these days.

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mail has been sent. All information and pics are listed on my website.

Feel free to call me if you need more help.

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mail has been sent. All information and pics are listed on my website.

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That's the ticket. Thanks Steve. I'll order one up when I'm ready. If I did it now my wife would kill me.
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BTW Steve the stock alternator is huge and weighs a friggen ton. Do you or anyone else know of a smaller/lighter unit? I don't need 140amp either since I've got no stereo, no interior lighting, etc.
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steve10, tired e-mailing you a couple times.. but i will try here.. I need one of these brakets and in need to know how long it will take to get it to me once you recive the payment and can i pay by credit card so i don't have to wait for the money to get to you.
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lt1camaroman,

I've recieved the emails and responded promply within a few hours of each. Maybe your e-mail preferences have my address blocked...not sure. Give me a call or email me your telephone number and I can take care of you. If you need me to fax you information, I can do that also.

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Thanks for the quick reply.. I will give you a call on monday then.. unless your open on sunday..
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we all have to have a day off sometime:-) Monday will be fine. Check your private messages.

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Hey Steve,

I have another question. How does the alternator mount with your kit. Does it mount to the original bracket or do you remove the huge accessory bracket and use your unit?
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