Engineering question re Alternator mount modification

[heinz wittenbecher]

I'm considering another approach to get my serpentine belt to line up better
now that the pulley is staying on. Rather than modifying the puller, the
following came to mind.

I'm considering replacing the 3 bolts that hold the alternator bracket to
the head with 3 studs and then but a 1/4 inch spacer on the stud (washers)
before placing the bracket back on, thereby moving the alternator a 1/4 inch
forward which should once again line everything up.

The question: Will this add unacceptable strain to the head area? The studs
will go in almost a full inch and the belt should be perfectly lined up,
perhaps reducing any strain that may currently be experienced by running
with a pulley that is slightly out of line?

TIA for you comments

Heinz

 

[heinz wittenbecher]

> I assume
> the other brackets and braces can be made to fit and will be reinstalled,
> right?

Yup, only diff will be that the bracket is shimmed with 4 washers at each
mount point.

> If so, and if I understand you correctly, I say go for it. You sound
> like you know what you're doing anyways.

Sometimes...
But it sure is nice to have "bounce" board to explorer for potential flaws.

Heinz

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> Rick Staples
> '75 Eleganza
> Louisville, CO
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