posted 12-23-2014 06:55 PM                  

Many of you know that belt tension is important on our cars. Improperly tensioned belts have been reported to fail within a few miles of their installation, sometimes resulting in damage. For me, this is inexpensive insurance.

Anyone that attends the annual East Coast Posse Maintenance Session who wishes to utilize this tool will have access to it. Just bring new belts with you.

posted 12-23-2014 07:10 PM                  

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Originally posted by JeraneW:
Gee Andria, would this help me relieve some of my tension?

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No, it would only help gauge just how much you have.

posted 12-24-2014 03:40 PM                  

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Originally posted by jimsutton:
That is a nice one . The one I have is not so fancy but works .. The Prowler has 2 adjusters one on each side of motor Don't use a impact on the AC adjusting bolt it can crack the pulley housing base I have seen this best to use hand tool when adjusting them ..

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Even though I have known some people that use the "Tighten it until it wrings off, then back off half a turn method", I am not a subscriber to it myself.

Typically I am not a big user of impact tools unless removing lug nuts or bolts larger than 1/2"x20 thread.

When reinstalling, I always start by hand. If I use an automated device, it is only to get the nut/bolt close then I tighten by hand and finish with a torque wrench if the situation calls for it.

posted 12-24-2014 03:48 PM                  

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Originally posted by padroo:
Andria, what is the setting suppose to be? Loaded question.

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catfish posted 02-25-2010 07:49 PM
"the correct belt tension is serp-190 ft lbs and a/c is 150 ft lbs."

posted 12-24-2014 10:15 PM                  

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Originally posted by alrtg:
catfish posted 02-25-2010 07:49 PM
"the correct belt tension is serp-190 ft lbs and a/c is 150 ft lbs."

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Those numbers are correct for new belts but used belts are both set to 120 lbs.