Mid-Mount Alternator

[Doc76]

Looking for an accessory drive kit that could allow for a lower mounting position of the alternator. CVF only seems to sell what they call “high mount”.
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Some guys I have noticed here are successfully tucking the alternator down lower.
Any advice would be appreciated

I’ll be running a 302w platform

[CDXXVII]

I ended up adding power steering. This is the set I used for a 351 Windsor setup. Pretty sure they make a set for the 302

www.summitracing.com/parts/mch-30382


Here are a couple photos. Original setup and then with power steering.


https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=212860&d=1745208764



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[GoDadGo]

Just remember that if you are using a GM SAGINAW style pump that you need a Heidts Valve or a Flow Restrictor if your pump doesn't already have one.

https://www.jegs.com/i/Heidts/164/PS-101/10002/-1?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17335795371&gbraid=0AAAAAD6OBRGjttd0s_tdDSdRmSwgNuRwk&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2ZfABhDBARIsAHFTxGw0u71-WLZV_w91pIH7jS75FG13sfusUsVC0jLEgbAQvnPoLVj-FjQaApywEALw_wcB

https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/60791/10002/-1?_br_psugg_q=power+steering+valve

Ford style power steering racks will often feel over boosted without something to slow the flow.

[StangRacer]

https://speeddoctorracingcomponents.myshopify.com/products/sbf-8-2-9-5-deck-passenger-side-extra-low-alternator-mount

[GoDadGo]

https://speeddoctorracingcomponents.myshopify.com/products/sbf-8-2-9-5-deck-passenger-side-extra-low-alternator-mount

That mount may interfere with the 4" on the round tube chassis cars; however, it may be the a good solution for the MK-5 and Gen-3 Type-65 Coupe.

[Doc76]

Just remember that if you are using a GM SAGINAW style pump that you need a Heidts Valve or a Flow Restrictor if your pump doesn't already have one.

https://www.jegs.com/i/Heidts/164/PS-101/10002/-1?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17335795371&gbraid=0AAAAAD6OBRGjttd0s_tdDSdRmSwgNuRwk&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2ZfABhDBARIsAHFTxGw0u71-WLZV_w91pIH7jS75FG13sfusUsVC0jLEgbAQvnPoLVj-FjQaApywEALw_wcB

https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/60791/10002/-1?_br_psugg_q=power+steering+valve

Ford style power steering racks will often feel over boosted without something to slow the flow.

Thanks
I did not know this. Do you have a suggestion where a good place to mount that is? (I tend to tuck things up out of the way)

[GoDadGo]

Thanks
I did not know this.

My wife's cousin and I learned this the hard way when we installed a SBC in a Fox Body Mustang many, many, many moons ago.
The new rack and pinions may be preset to deal with the increased pressure of the Saginaw Pump.
It is just a concern that stuck with me from 30-35 years ago.

[Doc76]

I ended up adding power steering. This is the set I used for a 351 Windsor setup. Pretty sure they make a set for the 302

www.summitracing.com/parts/mch-30382


Here are a couple photos. Original setup and then with power steering.


https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=212860&d=1745208764



https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/e83799fb-771a-4076-bcd3-7d330d5ee4d9-jpeg.370284/
Thanks
Sent you a PM

[Mike.Bray]

This also works for adjusting the pressure and allows you to fine tune the feel.

https://classicperform.com/shop/90400

[CDXXVII]

You can get a Saginaw pump already valved for a Mustang Power Steering Pump.

Here is the one I used. Nothing special needed to run it.

www.summitracing.com/parts/tff-6174b

"With 850 psi valve for use with Mustang II rack."

[Doc76]

I wonder if the PS pumps in the CVF or March kits already address this?
The Blueprint crate engines come “drop in ready” and I haven’t seen anything on this until now.

[Doc76]

Anyone know the pressure requirements for the non-Mustang 2?
The OB said “ The rack is the stock 1989 to 1993 mustang not a mustang second generation”