{"product_id":"gstp-alternator-bracket-kit-for-chevy-small-block-sbc-265-350-driver-side-short-water-pump-adjustable-black","title":"GSTP Alternator Bracket Kit for Chevy Small-Block SBC 265-350 Driver Side Short Water Pump, Adjustable Black","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eGSTP Alternator Bracket Kit is a driver-side mounting solution that secures an alternator on Chevy small-block engines with a short water pump.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the upper arm, slider bracket and header bracket engineered to fit 265–350 small-block Chevy engines configured with short water pumps. Designed for the left (driver) side of the engine, the set provides adjustable tensioning and multiple mounting points so you can position and align the alternator precisely. Finished in black for a clean appearance, the components are made to simplify installation and restore reliable belt alignment on classic and resto-mod engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this bracket kit adapt to different small-block Chevy engines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GSTP kit accommodates common small-block Chevy displacements (265, 283, 305, 327, 350) that use short water pump setups. Slots and multiple bolt holes allow for lateral and vertical adjustment so the alternator can be aligned with various pulleys. The parts are designed to work with factory-style and many aftermarket accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits Chevy SB engines with short water pumps: 265–350 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUpper bracket length 14\" with a 4\" adjustment slot for fine alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiple mounting holes for vertical position and angle tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with standard alternator sizes and most pulley setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included and what are the key measurements I should check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package delivers three steel components: an upper alternator arm, an alternator slider bracket and a header bracket. The upper arm is approximately 14 inches long and 1 inch wide, with an adjustment slot measuring about 4 inches; small measurement variances may occur due to manual measuring. Confirm your engine’s accessory layout and bolt locations before ordering to ensure compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComponents: upper arm, slider bracket, header bracket — ready to mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUpper arm nominal size: 14\" length × 1\" width, 4\" adjustment slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for the left (driver) side installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack finish for corrosion resistance and visual consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow difficult is installation and what tools will I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is intended for straightforward installation by a home mechanic or professional shop familiar with small-block engines. Typical installation involves removing the old bracketry, positioning the header bracket, attaching the upper arm and sliding the alternator into the adjustment slot to set belt tension. Most steps require common hand tools and basic mechanical experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation: bolt-on pieces designed for quick mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTools commonly needed: ratchet set, wrenches, torque wrench, alignment check tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable slot provides easy belt tensioning without custom fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e24-hour customer support from GSTP if you run into issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this bracket work with aftermarket headers or accessories?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GSTP bracket set was engineered to clear many header designs, but fitment can vary depending on the specific aftermarket parts used. Because of the different header tube orientations and accessory sizes, verify physical clearances before final installation. If your setup uses unusually large headers or non-standard accessories, measure mounting points and compare to your engine bay dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for compatibility with a broad range of header configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure for clearance if using oversized aftermarket components\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustability helps avoid interference with nearby accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContact GSTP support for fitment troubleshooting and guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The GSTP Alternator Bracket Kit is aimed at car restorers, hot-rod builders and DIY mechanics working on Chevy small-block engines with short water pumps who need a sturdy, adjustable driver-side alternator mount. If you want reliable alignment, straightforward installation and a black-finished kit that fits popular SBC applications (265–350), this bracket set provides the core hardware to get your alternator mounted and tensioned correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this kit fit a Chevy 350 with a short water pump?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the GSTP kit supports small-block Chevy engines including the 350 when used with a short water pump configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are all mounting bolts included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The kit includes the three bracket pieces; verify whether your order contains fasteners or use existing factory bolts as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GSTP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087053140126,"sku":"B09ZTWMH4V","price":34.84,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/gstp-front-view-bracket-kit.jpg?v=1785915500","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/gstp-alternator-bracket-kit-for-chevy-small-block-sbc-265-350-driver-side-short-water-pump-adjustable-black","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}