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Toad
30th August 2009, 07:58
Is it worth it? :ponder:

I'm trying to reduce the weight on the front right of my car, and get things better balanced, so in that sense, it could be worth it.

Take a look at this link:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/products/ProductDetail.asp?cls=MSPORT&pcode=BRI5021

Does anyone know what one would fit my car? I've no idea of the required dimensions! Does anyone know the weight of the stock alternator? They also look expensive... :(
L16_vts
30th August 2009, 08:07
noo idea to be honest. just wanted to no ure target weight? cheers
Toad
30th August 2009, 08:21
I need to lose a lot from the front right, so I'll be moving as many thing about as possible. I know this won't make a big impact, but it's a start...
L16_vts
30th August 2009, 08:24
yeah you no wot they say every bit helps, lol
AlexR
30th August 2009, 09:23
Just fit a 1.0 one.

You only need a VT* alternator if you are running power steering ;)

It fits more or less straight on. Only issues are tensioner & pulley spacings. Ive seen it done though.
Claki
30th August 2009, 09:26
thats not a lightweight alternator its just for bigger ampage
Toad
30th August 2009, 10:24
Is a 1.0 one that much lighter?
saxova
30th August 2009, 10:34
My vtr alternator bearing collapsed, so now ive got a 1.1 alternator on. 1.1 one is a little bit lighter, but like ~1kg?

Also i have power steering, and audio, And the 1.1 alternator powers everything fine.
Toad
30th August 2009, 11:44
Thanks for the info :)
jpsaxo
30th August 2009, 14:01
you could also change the pully to generate less power as you'll be rev'ing high!
Toad
30th August 2009, 15:04
How does that help exactly mate? I really ain't got a clue... :S
MiniGibbo
30th August 2009, 15:17
Light wieght pulley may save your 2 or 3 grams to be honest lol but main gain would be making the engine a little revier.
Colin
30th August 2009, 19:09
It down gears the alternator too. GMC pulley is 1kg lighter so less strain by the down gearing and the weight.

I was up at Pug1off on Sat and he has some small ones in stock Toadus :D
rushy_23
30th August 2009, 19:43
To add, move your washer bottle to the rear dear.
JamesR
30th August 2009, 19:45
Seems very expensive for what it is tbh
Toad
30th August 2009, 20:15
So Matt's got everything I need? Sounds good. :D
Toad
30th August 2009, 20:16
To add, move your washer bottle to the rear dear.

Doesn't see much water mate. ;)
Colin
30th August 2009, 20:39
So Matt's got everything I need? Sounds good. :D

Well he had some ali crank pulleys if thats what you mean :y:
Toad
30th August 2009, 20:42
I'm getting mixed up with crank pulleys and alternators. Confused completely now. lol
willsy
31st August 2009, 08:25
Doesn't see much water mate. ;)

But its still quite big and you'll lose the metal supporting bracket too. Would make more difference than fannying with an expensive alternator tbh Toady :)
KamRacing
31st August 2009, 08:35
Light wieght pulley may save your 2 or 3 grams to be honest lol but main gain would be making the engine a little revier.

we've introduced some..

lighter and gears down the alternator nicely.. since taking the pic i was inspired to get out the metal polish and they look even better now :D

http://www.kamracing.co.uk/images/500x346-kam-racing-crank-pulley-kit-citroen-saxo-vts.jpg
rushy_23
31st August 2009, 09:12
Doesn't see much water mate. ;)

Is it garaged up now then?

If thats the case completely remove it lol.