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*red70* · 12-10-2009, 10:35 AM

Ive seen a few trucks on here with a late model serpentine belt setup and also aftermarket billet set up and was wandering if some had it if they would post pics of theirs and list what type it was and how well it works. I am wanting one to hook my air and ps up to.

Thanks

my67chevytruck · 12-10-2009, 10:39 AM

Heres some good reading:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=233335

I used a serpentine setup from a '94 chevy suburban, the truck is the same as well.

you can see pics of it in my build thread.

Good Luck!

firedog · 12-10-2009, 01:11 PM

i dont have any pics handy but my serp set up is off of a 4.3 from the junkyard. Just get everything off the front of the motor including the water pump and powersteering pump it is very simple.

big_al_71 · 12-10-2009, 03:01 PM

March pulley and bracket set,,,,super happy with it...

Bpokey · 12-10-2009, 05:22 PM

I had mine given to me by my Dad. I came off of a 1995 Chevy 1500 and works great. I just had to buy the water pump (reverse rotation). I also included my cheap fan setup using fans from a Ford Taurus (Ford, I know) and some sheet metal for the shroud. The Taurus fans are cheap and plentiful.

Bpokey · 12-10-2009, 05:26 PM

Why did I post pics after big_al_71, mine really looks like a bag of ass! I will have to hit it with a few cans of spray paint. It really does work though.

fastom · 12-10-2009, 05:28 PM

Mine is a March system as well.

big_al_71 · 12-10-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Bpokey

Why did I post pics after big_al_71, mine really looks like a bag of ass! I will have to hit it with a few cans of spray paint. It really does work though.

thats funny!!!!

hey man dont sweat it I feel the same way when I see some other guys trucks in here.....then I look at my bucket

JWall · 12-10-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Bpokey

Why did I post pics after big_al_71, mine really looks like a bag of ass!

AND now add Fastom to that too....

That what I thought about after posting the set up we did on my dads also

JWall · 12-10-2009, 05:26 PM

We converted my Dads 76 over to a serpentine setup off of a 92. I think hardest part on it was getting the A/C lines and stuff switched around to fit.

LOW DOUGH · 12-10-2009, 06:19 PM

What do you get the reverse water pump off of?

I can't remember for sure what year I have, but I have the driver side of a serp setup with the power steering pump. I think it is from a 99 truck. It was my buddy's truck. He rolled it a long time ago.

big_al_71 · 12-10-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

SHOW OFF!!!

No I am not!!!

big_al_71 · 12-10-2009, 06:32 PM

SactoJim and FastTom now those are serious machines!!!!

Mine is a bucket in comparison...

Bpokey · 12-10-2009, 07:01 PM

For my water pump I just told the computer jockeys at advance auto that it was for a 1995 chevy 1500 with a 5.7. Then I had to tell them tire size, trans type, if it had disc brakes, etc...etc...etc.

Sammy · 12-10-2009, 06:32 PM

If you have that sorta cash they sure do look nice agreed. Mine came off a 93 Chevy 5.7. Removed the upper tension pully and had it powder coated with silver. Since I wasn't installing A/C I used a A/C delete pulley. And added twin Virgo Fans. Don't forget to get the upper and lower rad hoses. Especially the upper hose, in my case it was a bit longer over stock to reach the radiator. For the power steering pump swap your fitting out with your old pump fitting and that will save you from getting new line.

dukkie · 03-29-2010, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Sammy

If you have that sorta cash they sure do look nice agreed. Mine came off a 93 Chevy 5.7. Removed the upper tension pully and had it powder coated with silver. Since I wasn't installing A/C I used a A/C delete pulley. And added twin Virgo Fans. Don't forget to get the upper and lower rad hoses. Especially the upper hose, in my case it was a bit longer over stock to reach the radiator. For the power steering pump swap your fitting out with your old pump fitting and that will save you from getting new line.

Tell me more about the ac delete pully.. Do you still use the original ac braclet?

Sammy · 12-10-2009, 06:42 PM

I have seen two styles even on the 5.7 L engines. One is a two piece made of a cast. These are most common. The one I used was a one piece metal. The only draw back to the one piece is that to remove it requires removal of the water pump at it sits behind the water pump.

**WIDESIDE72** · 12-10-2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Sammy

I have seen two styles even on the 5.7 L engines. One is a two piece made of a cast. These are most common. The one I used was a one piece metal. The only draw back to the one piece is that to remove it requires removal of the water pump at it sits behind the water pump.

A reminder for anyone heading out to the wrecking yard to pull a serpentine setup. On the 90-95 aluminum bracket set ups, (possibly others as well) steering pump pulley puller. You can rent these from Auto Zone. you have to pull the pump to get to ONE bolt behind the PS pump. I left this bolt out when I put the setup on a 78 truck. I did not drill the hole on the pass head. Also, I used studs on all the other mounting points. I bought an AC delete pulley from Rock Auto to carry as backup, due to prior bad experience with R4 compressors

I am thinking of using a set up off a 97 Vortec truck for my 72, even though the alt. is on the pass side and AC compressor is on the driver side unlike original, as the compressor is the more efficient Delphi

wpvtx · 12-11-2009, 12:58 AM

It is a nice setup to change over too.

68C15 · 12-11-2009, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by wpvtx

It is a nice setup to change over too.

although it will work your belt routing is wrong. the tensioner is not supplying enough tension on the water pump. the belt should go from crank, WP, PS, alt, tens., AC.

chevy_mike · 12-10-2009, 08:27 PM

I pulled all of this off a '94 S10 Blazer with the 4.3L engine. Everything bolts on and lines up but there is one hole missing on the pass. side head, if you are using pre '88 head (IIRV).

I figured out where I needed the hole, made a jig, drilled and tapped it. Worked perfect.

Now I just need to finish cleaning all the brackets and engine up.

I also order a A/C delete pulley since I won't have A/C right away. It replaced the A/C compressor with an idler pulley.

Jim_PA · 12-11-2009, 01:09 AM

I guess I fail to see the advantage. Seems like a much more intricate setup than the trusty old v-belt and pulleys

**WIDESIDE72** · 12-11-2009, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim_PA

I guess I fail to see the advantage. Seems like a much more intricate setup than the trusty old v-belt and pulleys

The water pump has to be a reverse rotation pump and be run by the "backside" or flat side of the belt to work correctly.

Jim_PA · 12-11-2009, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

The water pump has to be a reverse rotation pump and be run by the "backside" or flat side of the belt to work correctly.

I was referring to a serpentine swap in general.

hchad18 · 12-11-2009, 08:12 PM

Also on the car one the a/c and the alt set a little lower and apart. The truck version is up and together. I made a new pulley bracket for my smog pump area idler pulley because I thought it looked empty. I have one off a 91 blazer given to me because neighbor found a powder coated and chrome one. I think they look clean

12-10-2009, 10:35 AM	#1
red70 Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kingston, TN Posts: 178	Serpentine Setup Ive seen a few trucks on here with a late model serpentine belt setup and also aftermarket billet set up and was wandering if some had it if they would post pics of theirs and list what type it was and how well it works. I am wanting one to hook my air and ps up to. Thanks

12-10-2009, 10:39 AM	#2
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Serpentine Setup Heres some good reading: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=233335 I used a serpentine setup from a '94 chevy suburban, the truck is the same as well. you can see pics of it in my build thread. Good Luck! __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

12-10-2009, 01:11 PM	#3
firedog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Festus, Missouri Posts: 1,005	Re: Serpentine Setup i dont have any pics handy but my serp set up is off of a 4.3 from the junkyard. Just get everything off the front of the motor including the water pump and powersteering pump it is very simple. __________________ SOLD 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet 350/350 combo Tach/tilt/buddy buckets Bagged/18" Wheels Black on Black Project "Pandemic" the Farm Rat 1927 Chevy Capitol Truck Rat rod '30 Model A Frame Dual Carb 5.3 LS http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=804162 2007 GMC 4 DOOR 2WD BUILT 5.3 STAGE 3 CAM 93 TUNE LIFTED 22X12 WHEELS 33" TIRES 2023 Jeep RENEGADE Wifes ride

12-10-2009, 03:01 PM	#4
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Serpentine Setup March pulley and bracket set,,,,super happy with it... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

12-10-2009, 05:22 PM	#5
Bpokey Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Belle Chasse LA Posts: 147	Re: Serpentine Setup I had mine given to me by my Dad. I came off of a 1995 Chevy 1500 and works great. I just had to buy the water pump (reverse rotation). I also included my cheap fan setup using fans from a Ford Taurus (Ford, I know) and some sheet metal for the shroud. The Taurus fans are cheap and plentiful. Attached Images

12-10-2009, 05:26 PM	#6
Bpokey Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Belle Chasse LA Posts: 147	Re: Serpentine Setup Why did I post pics after big_al_71, mine really looks like a bag of ass! I will have to hit it with a few cans of spray paint. It really does work though.

12-10-2009, 05:28 PM	#7
fastom That's right, it's Copper!! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Central California Posts: 558	Re: Serpentine Setup Mine is a March system as well. Attached Images __________________ Tom: 1968 Chevy SWB ZZ383 W/700R4 Gen-II Compact Vintage Air System PPG paint, Mandarin Copper and Vanilla Shake. http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/fastom Stupid should hurt and eventually become fatal! Last edited by fastom; 12-10-2009 at 05:29 PM.

12-10-2009, 05:26 PM	#10
JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: Serpentine Setup We converted my Dads 76 over to a serpentine setup off of a 92. I think hardest part on it was getting the A/C lines and stuff switched around to fit. __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB

12-10-2009, 06:19 PM	#11
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: Serpentine Setup What do you get the reverse water pump off of? I can't remember for sure what year I have, but I have the driver side of a serp setup with the power steering pump. I think it is from a 99 truck. It was my buddy's truck. He rolled it a long time ago. Last edited by LOW DOUGH; 12-10-2009 at 06:19 PM.

12-10-2009, 06:32 PM	#13
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Serpentine Setup SactoJim and FastTom now those are serious machines!!!! Mine is a bucket in comparison... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

12-10-2009, 07:01 PM	#14
Bpokey Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Belle Chasse LA Posts: 147	Re: Serpentine Setup For my water pump I just told the computer jockeys at advance auto that it was for a 1995 chevy 1500 with a 5.7. Then I had to tell them tire size, trans type, if it had disc brakes, etc...etc...etc.

12-10-2009, 06:32 PM	#15
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Serpentine Setup If you have that sorta cash they sure do look nice agreed. Mine came off a 93 Chevy 5.7. Removed the upper tension pully and had it powder coated with silver. Since I wasn't installing A/C I used a A/C delete pulley. And added twin Virgo Fans. Don't forget to get the upper and lower rad hoses. Especially the upper hose, in my case it was a bit longer over stock to reach the radiator. For the power steering pump swap your fitting out with your old pump fitting and that will save you from getting new line. Attached Images __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

12-10-2009, 06:42 PM	#17
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Serpentine Setup I have seen two styles even on the 5.7 L engines. One is a two piece made of a cast. These are most common. The one I used was a one piece metal. The only draw back to the one piece is that to remove it requires removal of the water pump at it sits behind the water pump. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

12-11-2009, 12:58 AM	#19
wpvtx Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Burnsville MN Posts: 51	Re: Serpentine Setup It is a nice setup to change over too. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Chevy K10 350 CID with 4 speed 4" lift with 86 Dana 44 Front disk brakes Electric fan/Internal regulated Alt.

12-10-2009, 08:27 PM	#21
chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: Serpentine Setup I pulled all of this off a '94 S10 Blazer with the 4.3L engine. Everything bolts on and lines up but there is one hole missing on the pass. side head, if you are using pre '88 head (IIRV). I figured out where I needed the hole, made a jig, drilled and tapped it. Worked perfect. Now I just need to finish cleaning all the brackets and engine up. I also order a A/C delete pulley since I won't have A/C right away. It replaced the A/C compressor with an idler pulley. __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often... Last edited by chevy_mike; 12-10-2009 at 08:28 PM.



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12-11-2009, 01:09 AM	#22
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Serpentine Setup I guess I fail to see the advantage. Seems like a much more intricate setup than the trusty old v-belt and pulleys

12-11-2009, 08:12 PM	#25
hchad18 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 372	Re: Serpentine Setup Also on the car one the a/c and the alt set a little lower and apart. The truck version is up and together. I made a new pulley bracket for my smog pump area idler pulley because I thought it looked empty. I have one off a 91 blazer given to me because neighbor found a powder coated and chrome one. I think they look clean

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