The CVF Racing Reaper all-inclusive serpentine system is a billet aluminum 8-rib drive for the Chevy LT1 Generation V engine. It uses a one-piece billet bracket with billet spacers and stainless steel hardware, and a black anodized hub adapter attaches the crank pulley to the OEM balancer.
The Reaper is CNC machined in the USA, carries a CVF lifetime warranty, and this version is offered in polished aluminum or C3 ceramic clear coat.
Specifications:
- Engine: Chevy LT1 Generation V
- Belt: 8-rib serpentine
- Mounting position: mid mount
- Water pump: LS1 high-flow aluminum, reverse rotation
- Alternator: 1-wire CS130, 160 amp standard (upgradable to 300 amp)
- Power steering: GM Type II pump
- A/C compressor: Sanden Peanut 7B10 style with 8-rib clutch
- Configurations: A/C, power steering and alternator; power steering and alternator; A/C and alternator; alternator only
- Hardware: stainless steel
- Finish: Polished or C3 Clear Coat
- Power steering choices: none (non-power steering applications), GM Type II pump with remote reservoir, GM Type II pump with attached reservoir, Hydroboost pump with attached reservoir, Hydroboost pump with remote reservoir
- Part number: LT1V-REAPER
Included in Every Configuration:
- High-flow aluminum LS1 water pump
- 160 amp 1-wire CS130 alternator
- Premium 8-rib belt
- 8-rib water pump pulley
- 8-rib crank pulley
- 8-rib alternator pulley
- Spring-loaded belt tensioner with adjustable bracket
- One-piece billet aluminum bracket
- Black anodized hub adapter for attaching the crank pulley to the OEM balancer
- Billet alternator fan
- Stainless steel mounting hardware
- Billet spacers (anodized clear)
Included by Configuration:
- Sanden style Peanut compressor with 8-rib clutch, polished A/C compressor fitting and billet compressor clutch cover (A/C configurations)
- GM Type II power steering pump, 8-rib power steering pulley and polished remote mount reservoir with mounting bracket (power steering configurations)
Not Included: Power steering lines from the pump to the reservoir are not included.
Application Notes:
- CVF recommends the remote power steering reservoir on all GM applications for A-arm clearance.
- Compatible with Hydroboost.
- Requires electric cooling fans.
- The alternator amperage and power steering pump type choices are selected separately when ordering.
- Optional add-ons offered by CVF (attached reservoir styles, power steering line kits and billet thermostat housings) are sold separately and are not part of this kit.
FAQ
What engine does the CVF Racing LT1V-REAPER fit?
It is built for the Chevy LT1 Generation V engine.
How does the crank pulley mount?
A black anodized hub adapter attaches the crank pulley to the OEM balancer.
Does the Reaper require electric fans?
Yes. CVF states this system requires electric cooling fans.
Which power steering reservoir is recommended?
CVF recommends the remote power steering reservoir on all GM applications for A-arm clearance. Power steering lines from the pump to the reservoir are not included.
Is the Reaper compatible with Hydroboost?
Yes. CVF lists it as compatible with Hydroboost.
