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  1. viper11511

    viper11511 Karting

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    #1 viper11511, Aug 31, 2014
    Hello. I noticed a pretty noticeable belt squeal yesterday when I backed my car out cold. It then went away. I did some searching and there are some posts regarding possible loose belt or tensioner going bad. Problem is, I had the belt and tensioner replaced about 200 miles ago due to tensioner failure. The shop mentioned belt was a bear to put on and now very tight. I felt the belt and there is maybe an inch of movement. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
     
  2. pnicholasen

    pnicholasen Formula 3

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    #2 pnicholasen, Aug 31, 2014
    Often new accessory belts (Alternator and A/C compressor) stretch a bit with the initial break in period. Hopefully you'll find one is a little slack and a quick tightening will put things right.
     
  3. viper11511

    viper11511 Karting

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    #3 viper11511, Aug 31, 2014
    Thank you very much for the reply. If I need to make an adjustment do you happen to have some instructions for me? Thanks again!
     
  4. taz355

    taz355 F1 Veteran
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    #4 taz355, Sep 1, 2014
    Probably an alternator belt check it to see how loose it is. Look up in the sticky section about alternator replacement it gives all the descriptions.
     

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