As the title states, I'm attempting to relocate my alternator on my '79 to the big open space on the passenger side where the A/C would go. Car never had it, and I would really like to be able to gain easier access to my PS reservoir. I know we have the short water pump which rules out the alternator brackets for the same year Camaros and Firebirds; and I have priced the bracket through Alan Grove Brackets (which in all likelihood I'll end up buying). I'd really like to keep the engine compartment looking original if possible, hence the apprehension to buy a billet piece. I just figured with the GM small block being probably the most popular engine on the planet, that maybe someone knows some magical combination of OEM parts that will make this work. Any feedback from anyone who has undertaken this would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers  

Brian

 

1976 Silver/Firethorn.  L48, 4spd.  Original 2 bolt, vortec heads, 9.4:1 CR, Speed Pro Cam: 224/224@0.050, 112 LSA, Eagle Steel Crank.

But thanks a lot for your input.

I like your thinking with the mid 60's 327 passenger manifold.....might be hard to track down. But it has got me thinking about the bracket for that manifold. If memory serves me, you can get after market alternator brackets for mounting off of headers. They usually attach at the front two header bolts, and then your adjustable pivoting alternator bracket mounts off that. This might give me the adjust ability I need to line up with the drive pulley. I'll definitely look into it.

Thanks for the idea, much appreciated.