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EZ4U2C · 02-20-2007, 04:18 PM

Can someone tell me why some motors have the alternator mounted the right and some on the left. I know if there is AC on the motor then of course it most likely is on the other side. But I've seen motors ( 350's) without factory air have them on different sides. I just don't understand...............

centsless · 02-20-2007, 04:52 PM

Depends on the year/model. Most older Chevrolet's with the short water pump were on the drivers side, while the newer ones with the long water pump are on the passenger side. I'm sure that someone will chime in with a more specific answer.....

1968SWBBigBlock · 02-20-2007, 04:57 PM

I think it had more to do with what year the body was made and how they ran the electric wiring. IE prior to internal regulators most of the alts are on the drivers side per the best of my brain power.

Longhorn Man · 02-23-2007, 04:33 PM

all 67 - 72 GM trucks, with a small block, had the alt on the dvr side. If it is mounted on the other side, then it is not as original. This includes all trucks with or without power steering, and/or A/C.

Big Block · 02-23-2007, 04:47 PM

When GM switched to the internal regulator they also switched to the long water pump. 1973 chevy trucks started mounting alt on passenger side of engine. I'm talking about pre 72 chevy trucks had external regulators and short water pumps. 73 and newer chevy trucks had internal regulators and long water pumps.

whatnow123 · 02-23-2007, 04:50 PM

I think they did this just to confuse the hell outa people. I'm trying to get the alt on the drivers side, compressor on the passenger side, then toss in long or short water pump brackets...a power steering pump, now I need the 2 grooved water pump pulleys and 3 grooved crank pulleys and everything has to be suited for either a short or long water pump. It's been a complete and total PIA in my opinion. One would think that this would be fairly easy.... as many combinations as the lottery

Longhorn Man · 02-23-2007, 05:04 PM

trucks and corevetts were the only ones to maintian the short pump after 69.

Big Block · 02-23-2007, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

trucks and corevetts were the only ones to maintian the short pump after 69.

I think the 70 Impala had short pump. The 71 Impala went to a long pump.

jimmydean · 02-23-2007, 05:14 PM

I switched mine because I didn't like the way it was mounted on the driver side.

02-20-2007, 04:18 PM	#1
EZ4U2C Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 257	Why this side or that? Can someone tell me why some motors have the alternator mounted the right and some on the left. I know if there is AC on the motor then of course it most likely is on the other side. But I've seen motors ( 350's) without factory air have them on different sides. I just don't understand............... __________________ God loved me so much he gave me John 3:16 Buy American and bring our jobs back home. Trust what you believe in and believe in what you trust. Don't blame the gun, Blame the person who made you use it! _____________________________________________ 1970 swb 2002 Harley Davidson Road King Classic 2004 Dodge 4x4

02-20-2007, 04:52 PM	#2
centsless sufficiently talented fool Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Forest Hill, MD Posts: 2,231	Re: Why this side or that? Depends on the year/model. Most older Chevrolet's with the short water pump were on the drivers side, while the newer ones with the long water pump are on the passenger side. I'm sure that someone will chime in with a more specific answer..... __________________ "it's impossible to be surrounded by idiots when you are part of the circle" 2003 Suburban 2002 Pontiac Montana 1981 Corvette 1966 Impala Convertible Click here to support the board

02-20-2007, 04:57 PM	#3
1968SWBBigBlock Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,643	Re: Why this side or that? I think it had more to do with what year the body was made and how they ran the electric wiring. IE prior to internal regulators most of the alts are on the drivers side per the best of my brain power. __________________ 1968 SWB 454 + .040, 490HP x 540 FT pounds of Torque 10-1 Kb Forged pistons, recon rods w/ ARP wave loc bolts 781 heads Ported with 2.19/1.88 SSTvalves Lunati 60204 cam, Micro Trol lifters, Ported Edelbrock Performer Rpm manifold armor coated, Pertronix Triple Strike Ignition Holley 770 Street Avenger carb,Headers armor coated Built by Watson Ruppel Performance in Sarahsville Ohio. Hardshift Tranny Built Turbo 350,TSI 10" 3000 stall 12 Bolt Eaton Posi 4.10 Richmond Gears moser axles 18.5" x 31" Hoosier Pro Street Radials ET Classic 5 Wheels - polished Power Steering, Power Brakes,Disc Brakes,Tach & Gauge Dash, Tilt,Factory Air (gone) Custom Paint & Body Work Special thanks to my wife, my son and my money tree

02-23-2007, 04:33 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Why this side or that? all 67 - 72 GM trucks, with a small block, had the alt on the dvr side. If it is mounted on the other side, then it is not as original. This includes all trucks with or without power steering, and/or A/C.

02-23-2007, 04:47 PM	#5
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Re: Why this side or that? When GM switched to the internal regulator they also switched to the long water pump. 1973 chevy trucks started mounting alt on passenger side of engine. I'm talking about pre 72 chevy trucks had external regulators and short water pumps. 73 and newer chevy trucks had internal regulators and long water pumps. Last edited by Big Block; 02-23-2007 at 05:13 PM.

02-23-2007, 04:50 PM	#6
whatnow123 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 835	Re: Why this side or that? I think they did this just to confuse the hell outa people. I'm trying to get the alt on the drivers side, compressor on the passenger side, then toss in long or short water pump brackets...a power steering pump, now I need the 2 grooved water pump pulleys and 3 grooved crank pulleys and everything has to be suited for either a short or long water pump. It's been a complete and total PIA in my opinion. One would think that this would be fairly easy.... as many combinations as the lottery __________________ 67 Short Step, 355, 700R 4.11 posi rear, 4/6 drop Discs on all 4 corners. Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219094 Last edited by whatnow123; 02-23-2007 at 05:08 PM.

02-23-2007, 05:04 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Why this side or that? trucks and corevetts were the only ones to maintian the short pump after 69.

02-23-2007, 05:14 PM	#9
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Why this side or that? I switched mine because I didn't like the way it was mounted on the driver side. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

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