New alternator bracket done (and installed)

With all the new parts on the car, I've had a few teething problems. 

One issue was the old alternator bracket. Someone butchered it when they upgraded the car from the generator to an alternator. It was ridiculously heavy and had clearance problems; causing the alternator to vibrate against the steering column.

Barry dropped by and provided a helping hand. 

We used the original Lotus alternator tensioner arm and made a new lower “F” bracket using two pieces of 5/8" steel. Each is drilled appropriately and bent into an "L" shape (see below). Everything is held together with grade 8 bolts and lock washers.

The combination of the old and new parts works perfectly - the car fired on the first pull and the voltage is steady.

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So, I’m down to servicing the carbs & getting the new muffler on. Then I’ll take the car for it's inaugural drive.