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Can An Alternator Be Lowered?


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#1 HUBBA.HUBBA

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Posted 11 February 2018 - 03:53 PM

Just wondered before i start bending bits of metal and drilling holes, is there a kit that lowers the alternator anywhere. Need to lower it about 10-15mm to squeeze a new intercooler in.

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Posted 11 February 2018 - 05:17 PM

cosworth intercooler?



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Posted 11 February 2018 - 05:55 PM

No. It's a Citroen/Peugeot one.

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Posted 11 February 2018 - 06:23 PM

This type.
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Posted 12 February 2018 - 10:03 PM

looks a like it would never fit. :/ Not fancy a 2wd cosworth intercooler? much easier.



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Posted 13 February 2018 - 03:08 PM

It'll fit....somehow!

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Posted 13 February 2018 - 03:16 PM

move the washer bottle. it does not need to be in the engine bay.



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Posted 13 February 2018 - 08:20 PM

That's not my car. Just an example of one that uses that intercooler




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