Alternator

[ultimaCZ]

Would need some advice. I run a standard 450HP American Speed engine in my GTR.
The alternator which was supplied by AS seems to be a cheap, low quality component, used on early Corvettes. Also the way it is fixed to the motor is not ideal (I don´t understand anything about cars and engines but my mechanic is desparate...). I had already 2 breakdowns within the first 5.000km and want to replace it now by some top-quality, high-performance part. Can anybody advise on a suitable part which would fit without too many modifications? Any photos available of an improved alternator configuration? Especially concerning the fixings and the belt?
Thank you,
Peter

[Steve_D]

The fixing method is not ideal as the alt. is not normally mounted low down.
Ask on www.chevytalk.org/threads/postlist.php?Cat=&Board=UBB64 for the best make.
Steve

[brammo]

The best outfit with a 74 amp alternator with a low mount that is not to low (they call it mid mount) is East Coast Electric in the US.

www.ecae.com/kits.html They dont have a picture of the appropriate one, but they have a kit for 350 US that works with the Ultima, even with the hard shift linkage.

Hope this helps.

Craig

[Doz]

Have you spoken to the factory? I am aware that they have an upgrade.

doz