Why can't my generator move?

[BillLee/Chandler, TX]

Originally Posted by Sparky

My generator is shown in the attached picture. The circled areas show where the generator housing nearly touches the engine at the top and the water pipe at the bottom. Right now everything works fine and the fan belt tension is good, but there is no adjustment possible if the belt wears. Also I have to remove the generator pulley to remove or install the belt. This is a '29 radiator. What's wrong?

You may have the wrong water pipe. Check out the Judging Standards, page 3-7.