[C320-list] Changing Engine Belts...

[Pat Ireland]

Did not use a tensioner.   It was difficult to lever the alternator out, so
take care not to cause damage.  And be sure to check the belt tension after
run in.

Pat, 801

On Tue, May 18, 2010 at 2:35 PM, Jon Vez <jonvez at comcast.net> wrote:

> I plan on changing my engine belts this season. Although I've regularly had
> to loosen the raw water belt to change the impeller, I've never had to
> loosen the alternator side. Additionally, given these will be new belts
> they
> are going to be stiffer. My question is can this be done without a belt
> tensioner? I'm comfortable with knowing the right tension, I'm just not
> sure
> if I can achieve this without the use of a tensioner. Thanks in advance.
>
>
>
> Regards,
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>
>
> Jon Vez
>
> Solstice #582
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