'59 Plymouth Forum

Hello,

usually the right exhaust manifold has a special support where the generator can be mount. My 361 came without it. Does somebody know why? Is the manifold not correct or maybe some cars came with a different manifold – but why?

Thanks

Stefan

Looking thru the 1959 Mopar Parts Book, on page 9-12, they reference the part as #1739 597 for engines numbered up to 47334. Then they changed it to Part # 1946 969. My guess it the original design was prone to cracking, so they eliminated the generator attachment points.
I do not know how the later models attached their generators! Something for all 361 owners to check on their cars!

I would venture a guess that the manifold is from a later B-block. What is the casting # on your manifold, Stefan? ---John

Stefan, you said your engine was from an a/c car.
For those engines, the original exhaust manifold part is 1854 990. In a 1959 Plymouth with 361 and factory a/c, the generator and compressor may get moved around.
I cannot use my car as example. Yes, it is a '59 Plymouth. Yes, it has factory a/c, but the 361 engine is out of a 1961 Chrysler. For those interested, on this engine the generator bolts in part to the exhaust manifold.

The # on the manifold shows 2205535

well, there you have it! The manifold is from a newer car (early to mid-60's, right John?)

Thanks Roger & John, I'll have to make a bracket.

That's it, Roger, first used in '63 with Alternator application, hence, no Generator mount. I'm sure I have the correct manifold if you consider going that route. ---John