Pack 2, stage 14

[Mark A]

 

Fitting the alternator and attaching the belts

Steps 1-6 deal with the assembly of the alternator. This is a pretty straightforward job, starting with the alternator fan. Press fit the fan onto the cover, then locate the alternator front, and using an EP screw, screw the fan assembly onto the alternator front. Next, locate the rear of the alternator. It’s easy to find, as it is prewired. Taking note of the pin on the alternator front and the corresponding socket in the rear body, press fit  the two parts together.

Next, we add the top alternator bracket to the block. Use a DM screw to attach the bracket to the block, leaving the bracket somewhat loose. (Steps 7-8)

In steps 9-12, the alternator is fitted Start with the lower bracket, then attach the upper bracket. Now, firmly tighten the screw holding the bracket to the block.

Now, get ready to herd snakes! The next steps (13-26) deal with the rear cable shield, and its 3 parts. I really don’t have much to add here, as the directions are very well laid out. The only suggestion I might have is that is step 18, don’t trim too much cable off. I snipped off bits until I was happy and it all fit under the cable shield.

The next steps are simple; Apply the sticker to the upper part of the transmission, then mount the transmission onto the engine block with 2 DM screws.

 

Now, we build the power steering pump and pulley. Assemble the pump as shown in the build guide. There are no real tricks to the assembly, mount the bracket with two AP screws. Mount the pump assembly to the left side of the engine block with two lubricated screws.

Next, we mount the belts onto the block. This is easy work again and goes without troubles.

 

With that, the stage is done! It looks like a motor now!