Its finally in etch prime! Woohoo

[damienengland]

Had some more fun yesterday with the build.

Got the springs fitted (Pedders 2090) and started bolting on other bits like new power steering pump and alternator. A little bit disappointed with the alternator, i opted for a new Aeroflow unit as its got a 100A rating, unfortunately it doesn't fit the bracket properly so will probably have to get a spacer.

Also revisited the A/C bracket as it happened to hit the rack and pinion dust cover when the engine got fitted. Figured i could just scallop it a bit and send back for powder coating again. Have now found that the A/C compressor wont slide in yet, as the hydraulic lines on the steering rack run a bit too high. Will have to get them tinkered with to get the compressor in. Its going to be very tight down there!

More pics below

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[axistr]

Managed to find a photo which might help. I also had to move the A/C belt tensioner bracket up higher. I tossed the V pulley and used a 6pk type idler.


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