I can’t seem to find any reputable company that makes a makes a good high output alternator, somewhere around 150-200 amps or more. I’m looking to upgrade my audio system, and the stock 90 amp alternator won’t cut it.
Found this cable in the trunk, looks like it fits where the bracket goes on the transmission pan but I’m not sure, I have no experience or knowledge on what modifications people do on classics. A second opinion would be helpful
Also unsure why the previous owner would use cable over the rod linkage. Clearance issues maybe? The car has headers but it looked like the OEM rods would still fit? Should I forget trying to make this work and find the OEM linkage (if this even is the cable linkage)?
Car is a ‘70 Impala 350 SBC with a 3 speed automatic
He wanted a project car and got a 1988 Camaro with a V6 auto. $300, but doesn’t run, has no title, suspension is almost nonexistent, and he has no tools or experience with cars.
Told him this was a terrible decision but he said it doesn’t matter because it looks cool. I’m pretty sure the previous owner used this for parts for his other cars as well.
Probably has a ton of back fees and he didn’t ask owner anything before taking it home. There’s just so many better cost effective options out there
1970 Chevy Impala, pretty sure it’s a 350 small block with a 3 speed auto, but I would like an idea on what I’m getting into (helping to fix with a friend for his project). It’s already been purchased, just would like to understand a little more about what’s visually done with the motor and the basics on what we should start with.
It turns over but doesn’t start, previous owner said it was a “timing issue.” I’ve never worked on old cars like these, but I’m hoping they’re relatively simple
I’ll get a good look at this thing soon