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Old Jun 5, 2010 | 11:57 PM
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Default got an alternator that fits!

after making various brackets etc.. for the original one i have now got a small alternator that fits
it is still a tight fit but should just miss the water pipe too
it getting crowded around that area
trying something different takes alot of time
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 08:13 AM
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its the silly thing that get overlooked i found

got all the engine and box ready to run just couldnt find a starter motor to turn it over

didnt even give it a thought.

happy days that you got it sorted it can be a royal pain in the .....

whats next then?
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 08:21 AM
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Have I missed something, what was the problem? lol
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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something is in the way of where the standard alternator fits
still got loads left before it turns over
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 12:31 PM
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engine conversion?
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by nigel b
something is in the way of where the standard alternator fits
wastegate????
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 02:46 PM
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standard 1.6cvh
mines internal wastegate
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 03:13 PM
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standard?????

dry sump pump then?
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