V-belt vs. Serp.
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From: Boise, ID
Car: 90 Camaro RS
Engine: 6.3L 383 V8
Transmission: 700R4
V-belt vs. Serp.
Hey guys got a question for you. My car is going on a diet. I'm thinking about ditching the serpentine system for my car and switching to a v-belt set up. I'm not running smog or A/C and I wanna open up the engine bay more(less weight). If I do swap, can I keep my current alt. and power steering pump by just changing the pulleys? What are the best spots to have them(mid mount, High mount alt.)? Pros/ cons, advice all welcome.
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From: Littleton, CO USA
Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
Transmission: 4L80E/4L80E
Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
You can't keep your water pump, because it will need to turn the opposite way.
Sounds like a good downgrade to me. Want to save weight? Get an aluminum water pump.
Sounds like a good downgrade to me. Want to save weight? Get an aluminum water pump.
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