Alternator adjustment bracket

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Dimetrodon
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Alternator adjustment bracket

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I removed the air conditioning compressor from my 89’ LN106 2.8 3L. The compressor mounting bracket also doubles as the alternator adjustment bracket. At this point I want to swap out this massive piece of useless metal for a simpler alternator adjustment bracket. I’ve seen a few 2.8 3L owners that have swapped out to this simpler bracket, but for the life of me I cannot find out where the these brackets can be found used or new. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!
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It seems like a lot of schlep to replace something that is working fine. I get your point about being big and clunky, but the weight difference is negligible and won't make any difference to performance or consumption. Just my 2c worth.
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Another suggestion is to put the compressor back and turn it into an onboard air compressor. I have seen this done, and it works a charm, pumps a tyre in seconds.
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Re: Alternator adjustment bracket

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Try a scrap yard in your area? It's a pretty simple shape to replicate as a laser cut and bent part too.
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