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Kwik Performance Inc.  |  SKU: K10438

LT Truck (14-19) AC-Alt/PS Bracket - K10438

$580.00 USD
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Description

AC/Alternator/Power Steering Bracket System for Chevy LT Gen 5 Truck Engines (L83, L86, 2014-19)

Here’s how to add a power steering pump and Sanden AC compressor to your 2014-2019 LT truck engine.

Here’s the problem this bracket kit solves:  The L83 and L86 engine donor trucks used electric power steering assist and also used a variable displacement AC compressor.  Your project vehicle probably has hydraulic power steering and maybe an aftermarket AC system.  This bracket kit gives you a Type 2 power steering pump and a place to add a Sanden AC compressor

What you might find unusual is mounting the power steering pump on the passenger’s side of the engine. We do that because these engines have an offset water pump taking up space on the driver’s side. There is a potential location low on the driver’s side where GM put a vacuum pump. We know hotrodders may remove that pump but we figured GM put there for a reason and we didn’t want to force builders to remove it.

The solution to a power steering pump on the passenger’s side is simply longer PS hoses and we offer a custom kit that will work great with C10 and C1500 OBS (1988-98) trucks and has been used on front steer GM cars as well.

    What's Included / Other requirements

    What's included:

    Bracket made of 6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminum (brushed satin finish)

    All necessary spacers and zinc coated fasteners

    Power Steering Pump

    Idler Pulleys

    What else is required to complete the installation:

    GM LT Gen 5 engine with Truck/SUV (L83 or L86 2014-2019) harmonic balancer and water pump

    LT Truck alternator

    Six-rib belt (Gates K061115)

    Complete Gates belt chart available.

    Alternator rating and PS pulley diameters can change suggested lengths.

    Always check tensioner marks for correct fitment.

    Sanden SD709 AC compressor (also known as SD7H15)

    We recommend the 709 over the 508 compressor for smoother operation and slightly more cooling capacity.

    View the SD7H15 AC compressor: (Kwik Performance PN 10300-01).

    Power Steering hose kit

    View our Hose Kit: (Kwik Performance PN K10549).

    Installation Instructions

    LT Truck (14-19) AC-Alt/PS Instructions

    Gates Belt Chart (Part number and length)

    FAQs

    Why relocate the AC compressor for an LT swap?

    GM made a fantastic engine with the LT design, but they didn’t always put the accessories in the best location for us engine-swapping hotrodders.
    By locating the AC compressor just outside the passenger side cylinder head you solve the possible frame clearance issues with chassis such as:







    Why use a genuine Sanden AC compressor?

    Many OEM AC compressors are a “variable displacement” design and don’t work well with older OEM or aftermarket AC systems

    The OEM compressors have a 4-groove pulley instead of the 6-groove needed when moving the compressor to a higher location

    Sanden is the aftermarket standard for AC compressors, recommended by most major AC manufacturersWhy you should use a Kwik Performance product:

    Properly engineered using OEM reference drawings

    Computer tested with FEA (finite element analysis) software

    Field tested on shop test engines and in real-world test vehicles

    Backed by a no-hassle warranty and return policy

    Tech support before, during and after the sale

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    Kwik Performance Inc.

    LT Truck (14-19) AC-Alt/PS Bracket - K10438

    $580.00 USD

    AC/Alternator/Power Steering Bracket System for Chevy LT Gen 5 Truck Engines (L83, L86, 2014-19)

    Here’s how to add a power steering pump and Sanden AC compressor to your 2014-2019 LT truck engine.

    Here’s the problem this bracket kit solves:  The L83 and L86 engine donor trucks used electric power steering assist and also used a variable displacement AC compressor.  Your project vehicle probably has hydraulic power steering and maybe an aftermarket AC system.  This bracket kit gives you a Type 2 power steering pump and a place to add a Sanden AC compressor

    What you might find unusual is mounting the power steering pump on the passenger’s side of the engine. We do that because these engines have an offset water pump taking up space on the driver’s side. There is a potential location low on the driver’s side where GM put a vacuum pump. We know hotrodders may remove that pump but we figured GM put there for a reason and we didn’t want to force builders to remove it.

    The solution to a power steering pump on the passenger’s side is simply longer PS hoses and we offer a custom kit that will work great with C10 and C1500 OBS (1988-98) trucks and has been used on front steer GM cars as well.

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