Product Info ......Alan Grove Components

ALAN GROVE COMPONENTS INC. has specialized in fabricated specialty vehicle components for many years. Our mounting brackets are crafted from steel plate and represent our commitment to quality. All welding is T.I.G. and all edges are smoothly finished. Our brackets are guaranteed to fit and include all the necessary bolts, nuts, spacers, hardware, belt-length recommendations and "easy to follow" illustrated instructions for simple installation. Dimension requirements for our brackets are provided within each bracket description on this web site. Please refer to these before ordering. Your satisfaction continues to be our goal.

COMPRESSORS

Compressor brackets are designed for the popular Sanden 508 aftermarket compressors. These compressors are used by all of the specialty vehicle air conditioner companies. Most of these companies use our brackets as standard equipment with their air conditioning systems. The Sanden part numbers for the 508 compressors are: V groove Freon 12 - 9285, V groove Freon 134 - 4509, Serpentine Freon 12 - 9537, Serpentine Freon 134 - 4514. Aftermarket Sanden 510 and 709 compressors, while not commonly used, will also fit our brackets. Although some factory air systems use Sanden style compressors, these Will Not Work with our brackets.

ALTERNATORS

Alternator brackets are designed to accept the popular G.M. alternators, both internally and externally regulated. These include the 10SI, 12SI, and the newer CS130. On the 12 o'clock alternators, the center to center of the mounting holes must be 6-9/16" for use with our brackets. The CS130 alternators are slightly smaller in diameter than the 10SI and 12SI alternators, and are available with three different mounting ear locations as shown below. These mounting ears use a metric bolt. Our standard bracket will normally work with the CS130, 12 o'clock alternator. We can supply some brackets for the 10 or 2 o'clock alternators on a special order basis. The 2 o'clock ear is usually used on low applications, where the alternator is turned upside down. The CS130 Alternators were used on late 1980-2000 G.M. applications. The 2 o'clock alternator was used with all 2.8L V-6 applications in the late 1980's (S-10, Astro Vans etc.). The 10 o'clock alternator was used on Chevy Caprice from the late 1980's to early 1990's, and Chevy Trucks from the late 1980's to 2000. The 12 o'clock alternator was used on the 1989-93 big block Chevy applications.

SAGINAW POWER STEERING PUMPS

Chevrolet first used the attached reservoir pump in 1961 and they are still in use today in a few applications. There are a large number of pumps available that will work with our power steering pump brackets. Any pump with two attachment points on the back may be used with the correct V-8 Chevrolet power steering pump pulley. Our bracket kits are furnished with a detailed information sheet on pump applications.

CHEVROLET WATER PUMPS

Chevrolet used short water pumps on all passenger car applications thru 1968 and trucks thru 1972. Long water pumps are used on most later applications. A diagram is provided in our Dimensions page throughout this web site to show the length difference. If using a long pump we recommend the use of a 1972 or later pump, as they have a reinforced bearing area, a larger impeller and will accept a 2 groove pulley. A LONG OR SHORT WATER PUMP MAY BE USED ON ANY YEAR CHEVROLET V8 ENGINE. If overall engine length is a factor in your installation, changing from a long to a short pump will reduce the length by 1-3/8" on a small block and 1-1/2" on a big block. IMPORTANT: Short water pump crank and water pump pulleys must be used with a short pump and long water pump crank and water pump pulleys must be used with a long pump.


ALAN GROVE COMPONENTS, Available at Chucks Speed Shop

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Racing Plans

Well we had some vacation juggling to do, but I think I got it worked out that we can make the extreme 32 races at the Bend. Its a fast bracket 32 car feild with a 9.50 bump. Even as we speak my favorite cylinder head guy is trying to find me a couple 10ths. We are hoping to run the ondr race at the bend as well. And maybe squeeze in a race or to elsewhere. Now all thats left to do is everthing.

Whats Going On

A lot of people asking that question. I have returned to my full time job at the Post Office, and have set up a little shop on a part time basis. I am here Tues-Thurs 3.15 till 6 ish Friday i am here all day. (11am on) Saturday we are here at least till noon (if we are not racing) Call and leave a message, we will get back to you. I have room now to do small installs some tuning and fab work.  Right now Walker Road is a mess, but that should clear up soon. In order to keep expenses and cost down, we are currently cash only. Windsor Weekend will go on as always Sept 10-12, 2010.

Real World Pricing

I was reading the other day an interesting article about the effects of a strong Canadian Dollar on the price of goods in Canada. Large retailers could have millions of dollars inventory purchased at a less favorable rate.It sometimes takes months to replace this stock with stock purchased at a better rate. The problem is that when this happens by the time the lower price goods have hit the shelves, the US Dollar has bounced back and the retailer really has no incentive to lower the price.

I hear guys all the time say "the dollar is good lets shop in Detroit or US mail order" What they don't realize is a small business with small inventory and small overhead can work to their advantage as well. If you order from Us today we price it and pay for it based on todays exchange rate, taking advantage of today's strong dollar.

Example An autometer 3904 tach is $201.99 at Summit  plus 4.95 handling if you have a US address $24.95 plus shipping if you dont. Buying a US dollar with your credit card is about 2% So you are looking at 216.18 landed at a US address. Then you gotta get it into Canada.

My current price on that tach is $223.99 pick it up here, shipping included parts arrive every Wed and Friday.

Give Us a try, you might be suprised

Over 20 Years of Performance Parts Experience

After 12 years of managing performance centres for others, long time hot rod enthusist Chuck Fram has taken a new direction. Chuck's Speed Shop is a different type of performance centre, focusing on professional advice, good selection and on time delivery. Don't let our part time hours fool you. Every customers requests and projects are given the time and attention they deserve.

Our mission is to offer enthusiast of all types the parts and services they need with a focus on value and service. High performance cars are supposed to be an enjoyable pastime.Our goal is to help our customers enjoy building and driving their project vehicles.

Through our network of local automotive professionals, we are able to help you with every step of your Hot Rod or race car projects. These services include paint and body work, wiring and plumbing, large and small scale fabrication, chassis work, ceramic and powder coating and upholstery.

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