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2002z28ssconv
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MAY 11, 11:49 PM
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Just got mine too. It took a little more than an hour to install it, but it wasn't complicated. Some of that time was spent getting the old alternator off and a new one on. If you're not replacing the alternator it would be a lot easier. I installed it on an 88 GT with 5 speed Getrag. I didn't loosen the dog bone and didn't support the engine with anything. No problems whatsoever.
The squeek is GONE GONE GONE!!! It so wierd driving the car without having to turn everything electrical off during startup.
Thanks again DRunner! 
*** EDIT *** Don't forget to add me to the map under Florida...  [This message has been edited by 2002z28ssconv (edited 05-11-2008).]
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N3M3S1S
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MAY 14, 03:24 PM
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Just sent payment today after work. Looks like I'll be the first Delaware addition to the map. =)
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Dodgerunner
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MAY 14, 10:50 PM
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And it's in the mail..!
Check out the New link by the US map to the Guest world map.
I have not found all the locations yet. (poor record keeping) but getting close...
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Patrick
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MAY 15, 02:02 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Dodgerunner:
I have parts for more kits but am out of assembled brackets right now.
Am planning on putting more together and hope to have them done by 5-15-08.
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Are you on schedule for the assembled brackets? I'd like to change the "2" over Vancouver BC to a "3" on your map. 
One other question - Do you or can you ship using USPS? I have my US purchases sent to Blaine Washington 98230 as I can't receive items shipped by private carriers such as UPS or FedEx.[This message has been edited by Patrick (edited 05-15-2008).]
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Dodgerunner
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MAY 15, 08:23 AM
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I have two requests I'm waiting for replies on. One to Alberta and one to the US.
If I don't hear back from them by next week they are up for grabs... Been a busy week with 4 request.
Otherwise I'll have a couple more done over the weekend.
I always ship USPS priority mail since it is the lowest cost for me.
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Patrick
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MAY 15, 02:23 PM
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Okay, great.
I don’t know what procedure is in place here regarding who's next in line, but whenever a bracket becomes available, just let me know (PM or email) and I’ll fire off a PayPal payment immediately. Thanks.
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Patrick
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MAY 15, 05:39 PM
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DR, I've tried three times to reply to your PM, but everytime I get an "internal server error". Anyway, it's just the bracket I need, thanks.
I have a question though in regards to the use of this setup with power pulleys. As you probably know, Rodney Dickman sells his Power Pulley Kit with an idler pulley.
Obviously, anyone using your bracket with a tensioner doesn't require the idler pulley, but if your setup will work with these pulleys, what is the best way to determine the belt length required? It would be great to hear from someone who's actually installed this combination of components.
I have no idea if Rodney will sell his pulleys without the rest of the items shown. If not, does anyone know of other sources for these pulleys, just the pulleys?
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Patrick
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MAY 15, 06:21 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Patrick:
I have no idea if Rodney will sell his pulleys without the rest of the items shown.
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I've emailed Rodney and I'll report back on his response. It's possible he may wish to comment here directly as I included a link to this thread.
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Dodgerunner
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MAY 15, 08:57 PM
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What I would do to get a measurement is install the pulleys, space the tensioner or whatever you are using to the position you want it.
I then run a tape measure around the belt route and read the length.
I check one I had mounted that takes the 45" belt. With a tape measure run around the belt path it measured 45.5" so guess it was subtracting the 1/2 inch from the length.
Then find a belt closest to your length.
Along with Rodneys there are a couple links on the fierosails.com site regarding a couple other vendors that sell pulleys for a fiero.
http://www.streetbeatcustom...-pulleys-gm-car.html[This message has been edited by Dodgerunner (edited 05-16-2008).]
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Dodgerunner
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MAY 16, 11:19 PM
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I finally have some stock built up.
Have four brackets and parts for one kit left in stock.
I am going to start sanding my 85GT to paint it so will probably not be making any more for several weeks.
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