RV2 to Sanden conversion?

Charrlie_S,

I think the new Sanden I mock up in the photos is termed "shorty" on hot rod sites like HAMB. I recall PN SD7H15 (box marked SD5). I don't think they have a shorter one, and I need to lose >1/2" to stay out of my fan and shroud in that location. I understand all V-belt Sanden clutches have 2 grooves. I have other Sanden SD708's that look slightly longer.

The compressor in the stock photo is factory for the RAM Van, and what the bracket I have was intended for. Its bolt pattern is slightly different than a Sanden, but some filing and bending made it fit.

I will try another approach. Just yesterday, I bought a York to Sanden adapter on ebay for $45. I knew they existed, but usually $75 and steel. I will see if aluminum as it looked in the photo. My Dart had a Tecumseh compressor when I got it, a heavy beast but same bolt pattern as a York so this adapter should bolt to my original bracket. I will see if the Sanden bumps into the head or valve cover. If not, I can worry about routing the belt to a pulley since all that changed when I switched to the aluminum water pump.

I am not worried about collecting too many Sandens since I plan to switch my 2 Mercedes to that from the factory R2, which is a GM compressor notorious for seizing up (happened to me). Personally, I wouldn't haul a Mopar RV2 around either. While very reliable, it is a massive chunk of iron.