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Old Nov 2, 2019 | 07:39 PM
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Swap locations of AC and Alternator

Hi,
I have the 87 305 engine and I recently replaced the AC system with an after market Classic Air unit. It works perfect. However I do not like the routing of the AC hoses . My question is, can I place the alternator on the drivers side and the AC compressor on the passenger side? Is this feasible??

Louis
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Old Nov 2, 2019 | 10:23 PM
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Re: Swap locations of AC and Alternator

88-92 use a serp belt with the components setup like that. Just upgrade to that.
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Old Nov 2, 2019 | 10:25 PM
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Re: Swap locations of AC and Alternator

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88-92 use a serp belt with the components setup like that. Just upgrade to that.

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Old Nov 3, 2019 | 08:19 AM
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Re: Swap locations of AC and Alternator

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88-92 use a serp belt with the components setup like that. Just upgrade to that.
I did exactly that to the 87 LG4 Firebird I swapped to a 355 TPI.
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Old Nov 3, 2019 | 08:34 AM
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Re: Swap locations of AC and Alternator

Thanks Guys, this will be a spring time project. Car is going to bed for the winter.

Louis
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