A/C Bracket SBC Short Pump Low Prof./Vette-Cam

The A/C Bracket SBC Short Pump Low Profile Vette-Cam is a purpose-built air conditioning mounting solution designed for small block Chevy engines equipped with short water pumps and Sanden 508 compressors. This bracket solves a critical packaging challenge faced by performance and street rod builders: fitting modern air conditioning systems into tight engine bays without sacrificing underhood clearance or camshaft geometry. Whether you're upgrading a classic Corvette, restoring a vintage muscle car, or building a compact engine combo, this low-profile design maintains essential A/C functionality while preserving the aggressive cam profiles and tight valve train geometry that define high-performance small block builds.

Engineered from steel and finished in natural (unpainted) form, this bracket delivers the structural rigidity required to support a Sanden 508 compressor under sustained load while maintaining a compact footprint that won't interfere with Vette-style camshaft profiles or short water pump installations. The passenger-side mounting configuration positions the compressor for optimal belt routing and minimal obstruction of valve covers and intake manifolds—critical considerations when working within the confined spaces of small block applications. The low-profile design significantly reduces vertical and horizontal protrusion, allowing builders to retain factory or custom cooling systems, intake components, and headers without costly fabrication workarounds.

This bracket is essential for small block Chevy engine builders prioritizing both drivability and underhood aesthetics without compromise. Installation pairs seamlessly with Sanden 508 compressors, short water pump housings, and aggressive cam profiles where standard A/C brackets would create clearance conflicts or require destructive modifications. The steel construction ensures long-term reliability under thermal cycling and vibration typical of high-rpm performance environments. Weighing just over 5 pounds and dimensioned to fit standard engine bay constraints, this bracket represents the solution for builders seeking OEM-style air conditioning integration on modified small blocks without extensive custom welding or fabrication.